Saab Car Key Replacement
Most drivers will have to replace their Saab keys. Saabs require special keys with chips that can identify them.
If you lose one of these cars, your car won't be able to start unless you have the other. But you can save a lot of money by purchasing it yourself instead of paying a dealer.
Keys
Having your car keys stolen or lost can be extremely stressful and inconvenient particularly if you have one working key. Fortunately, this issue is easily resolved by an experienced locksmith. If you're in need an SAAB key replacement, you can rely on AutoLocks LTD to get the job done quickly and efficiently. We offer our services for 75 per cent less than the dealer.
The 03-11 SAAB owners have a unique problem with their car keys. Key fobs like these aren't robust and tend to break quite easily. Many people do not have a spare, which can be a safety risk in an emergency.
You'll have to pay about $400 to the dealer to purchase an additional key. You will need to buy a new key as well as a transponder, as well as have the existing one programmed to the car. This process is done with an instrument called a Tech-2, which the dealer has. It's a straightforward process however, you'll need mechanical expertise to make the key. This is why it's better to leave it to professionals. The first step is to take the emergency key from its case. Insert a flathead into the slot that is in the middle of your key fob. After a little work you should be able to split the key.
Remotes
The newest Saab automobiles do not use traditional keys made of metal for security. Instead, they use an immobilizer that works on the recognition of a special chip built into every key. This is why a certain type of key is needed to unlock the car, and then insert it into the ignition. This is the reason that a Saab owner should always have a spare.
The traditional metal keys are easy to copy, but the real issue is that the electronic part of a key-fob has to be matched to a specific vehicle in order to function. This is done within the car's computer modules and are referred to as CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics). The dealer will charge you for replacing the modules and program a new one in case you lose only one key.
A local locksmith can reprogram the EEPROM in your car's computer, and give you a new key, saving you up to 50 percent or more than dealers charge! We recommend you call us as soon as you can if you lose your key. This will help you save money by not having to pay a dealership.
Transponders
A transponder is an electronic device in a key fob which emits a unique coded signal. It's part of the immobilizer which stops thieves from using a stolen vehicle key to start the car. saab ignition key replacement The Keylab are detected by a receiver near the ignition that decodes the serial number from the transmission. If the number matches the car's serial number, it starts. Most cars manufactured in the last two decades utilize transponder keys.
They are also utilized on airplanes. ATC uses them to identify friendly aircraft with a coded signal, IFF (Identification of Friend or Foe). Some aircraft are equipped with transponders operating in mode C or S which transmit the identification codes and altitudes to ATC. They also have systems to avoid collisions.
The metal parts of a standard Saab key are easy to duplicate, however the microchip that communicates with the immobilizer is difficult to copy. If you have one of these, it is very important to keep it safe.
Every Saab owner must have two keys working. If you lose the only one, it will cost you an enormous amount to replace it. You will need a new, specialized computer module as well as the cost of a second key and programming to convince the car you aren't trying to take it.
Immobilizers
Immobilizers are an additional layer of protection against hotwiring. They're designed to prevent the engine from running unless the transponder is on the proper key fob. In addition the majority of cars equipped with immobilizers will also have a warning symbol on the instrument cluster which indicates the key isn't contained. If you lose your key fob, you'll need to take it to an authorized dealer to have it removed from the system and obtain another one.
These systems are founded on encryption of data that is transmitted between the transponder and the car's system. However, recent studies have discovered that these encryption sequences are too easy for computers to crack. Therefore, they are able to be bypassed by hackers who are able to read the messages that are sent back and back on the CAN bus.
These systems are far superior to the traditional immobilizers that use an unchanging code. The latest models come with a system of changing or rolling codes to make them more secure. The issue with these versions is that hackers can still find ways to break the code, and then use the key to start your car. To address this problem the DST80 was created with a more lengthy sequence to make it harder to deduce. Researchers were also able break it. This is why it's essential to keep your key fob in your pocket when you're not using it.