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How to Reduce Your Saab Key Replacement Cost

You can save a significant amount of money by getting your spare key before you lose the one you have. When you only have one key, it's 2X-10X the cost to make the new one.

It's simple, inexpensive and easy to change the battery in your SAAB 9-3 remote. Here's how.

Cost of a Key Replacement

The 03-11 SAAB 9-3 is a great car but the ignition key can be prone to wear down. The case may become sticky and the buttons can be pushed out, which can be a major inconvenience when you're driving around. This is the reason it's best to replace the key fob as soon as you notice any problems. This could help you save money over the long term and is also more efficient than procrastinating.

You can replace a SAAB's key fob yourself for less than $100. You'll need the replacement key fob that can be used with your car and also an additional battery. To replace the battery, you'll need remove the electronic components of your SAAB 9-3 keyfob. After removing the electronics you can simply replace the battery and then synchronize your key fob to your car.

SAAB keys with remote start systems require particular attention since they come with transponders that need to be programmed specifically for your vehicle. You'll require the dealer-grade Tech 2 tool or its equivalent for your Saab model to accomplish this. This tool can analyze the codes from your keys that you have and use the information to program your new key. If you don't have a spare key available, this procedure is more involved and can cost you as much as $500 from the dealer.

It is best to locate an expert locksmith who is associated with Saabs. They can create keys at a lower price than the dealer. They also offer other services such as key duplication and replacement which means you'll keep a backup car key in the event that yours gets damaged or lost.

The majority of European cars made after 2000 come with immobilizer systems, which rely on a microchip embedded into the key to start and recognize your car. These keys are more expensive to duplicate because they have an embedded chip. However, there are a few exceptions. VATS keys, for instance (which are mechanical, with an internal resistor) do not require programming and workshop can be duplicated fairly cheaply. Most BMWs, Mercedes and Porsches produced after 2000 will require a dealer to assist with key duplicates. This is due to the fact that these manufacturers do not permit dealers to join NASTF which is the organization that makes the tools that other locksmiths for automobiles use to make keys to replace for their customers.

Cost of a Replacement Remote

If you own a Saab car that has keyless entry, it may be important to have an extra key or remote. You can use it in the event that your primary key is lost or damaged. If you have insurance that covers key add-ons this can help reduce the cost of a replacement remote.

The majority of car keys made after 2000 are programmed by the dealer or locksmith. They are typically stored in a tiny EEPROM that can only be read by a computer specially designed for this purpose. This means that if you require a new key for your vehicle, you have to visit the dealer. The good news is that the dealer will not cost the same amount as locksmiths.

The saab 9-3 key 9-3s are beautiful vehicles and a large number of them are still in operation in the present. The ignition key is probably the biggest problem with these cars. The key is small and poorly designed, and is easy to lose it or get stuck. In reality, a lot of people are left without a functioning key after only a few years of owning a car.

Luckily, you can get an extra key for your SAAB and it can be done fairly quickly. First, you need to remove the emergency key. It's a simple task that you can perform yourself, and you don't need any tools. You must be careful, though in case you force it too hard then you could damage the electronics inside of it.

The next step is to locate a store where you can get an OEM replacement key case for your SAAB. You might not be able to find these cases easily, but if you know where look, you should have no trouble finding one. If you find a replacement case you'll need it cut and programmed to fit your car.

The process of obtaining an entirely new key for your SAAB can be expensive but it's worth it in the long run. It's cheaper than having to replace the entire vehicle, and it can save you a significant amount of time. If you're only left with one key that works, workshop it's ideal to replace it as soon as you can. You never know when it will be lost, and this can cause a lot of stress and cost.