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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob Every car must have a remote/transmitter to lock or unlock your vehicle. The batteries inside these devices could be faulty. If you're thinking of purchasing a Saab 93 and don't have two keys, you can get one for around $400. This involves buying a TWICE module at the dealer, then installing it using a specific handheld device dubbed Tech2. Tech2. Keys Replacement Many used Saabs have one key. It is recommended, as soon as you can to buy a spare key. This is less expensive than replacing the entire vehicle in case you lose it. It is also important to rotate your keys regularly so that they don't get all the wear and tear and also to keep them clean. If you lose your only key, you'll need to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module as well as a new key and special programming to convince the car you're not trying to steal it. These modules can cost up to $400 to replace and are only available via mail or by phone. Most locksmiths and dealers cannot do the job on the same day. The good news is, most modern Saab vehicles can have a secondary key added to the system. This is possible without replacing the original computer. The dealer will make use of a handheld computer called Tech-2 to program the second key into the vehicle. Some garages that are independent may also be able to do this but the process is more complicated. saab key fob programming must reprogram your existing car's EEPROM so it will accept the new key. Key Fobs Replacement Saab owners who have lost their previous key or had it stolen must get to replace it as quickly as possible. The steps involved in getting an additional working Saab 9-3 key fob are handled by the dealer's service department and can cost hundreds of dollars, which includes the cost of a brand new key, a brand new TWICE module (theft warning with integrated central electronics) and reprogramming the system to convince the vehicle that the second key isn't stolen. The process is cheaper in the event that you have a spare. The new key must be identical to the original Module. An old one is not compatible. However an authentic OEM replacement can be purchased from the dealer for only a fraction of the price it will cost. It is easy to take the case from a new SAAB Key Fob. You can make use of a flathead screwdriver pry the case open, but be careful not to scratch the electronics inside. After you have removed the batteries and electronics then you can replace the case with the shell from the old key fob. Make sure that you align the two pieces and gently press them together so that they click into the right position. Once everything is fitted then you can resynchronize your new fob. It is important to know that installing a key can be more complex than replacing the emergency key. The dealer will need to use a tool known as the Tech-2. Keys for replacement ignition First, ensure that the transmission is in Park. This will prevent your car from spinning away in the event that the lock on your transmission fails or the manual transmission slams out of gear. Most of the time the issue lies with the electronic components inside the key fob that control how the car recognizes the key when it's put into the ignition cylinder. The key made of metal is easy to copy but it is the electronic component of the key fob that makes the car recognize keys. Making an additional key for a Saab car requires a specific transmitter and a transponder along with it, and some sort of programming specific to the car to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. Locksmiths are not able perform this. It can only be done through a dealer, or a handheld computer known as Tech2. The good news is that, if you already have one key fob that works, the cost of adding another should be under $200 or so. The other expense is the actual making of the metal key, if you need it. Many dealers can do this as well, but it may take several weeks to receive the key and the car programmed. Replacement Remotes The cabin of the Saab 9-3 has been designed with the driver in mind. It features logical layouts as well as a tactile feel. Its dashboard arcs around the driver, with the fun turbo vacuum gauge that gives an unique look to its instrumentation. Leather-wrapped steering wheel features audio, cruise control, and phone controls. The console between the seats is equipped with one cupholder and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are laid out in a way that is logical. A touch-screen display can be used to combine navigation and music functions, however the system could be distracting while driving. In terms of power, the 9-3 is a capable performer. Its base low pressure turbo model takes approximately 8 seconds to reach speeds of 60 mph, while the more powerful Viggen can do it in just 6.9 second. One of the keys to this car's success is its superb handling. Despite its 60/40 weight distribution front-to-rear, the Turbo X is agile and well-balanced when driving on two-lane highways. The only downside to this car's amazing performance is its poor fuel economy. It's rated at around 27 mpg city and 35 mpg highway when using the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. A special version Turbo X version with more power is available in 2008, but only for. This model has a distinctive rear seat that folds flat to the floor, adding to cargo capacity. It also has a unique rear spoiler, and an aggressive bumper.