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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key FobEvery car must have a key fob with the ability to lock and unlock your car. The batteries contained in these devices are able to last for, and they can go bad.You can add a second key on the Saab 93 for about $400 in case you don't have two. This involves buying a new TWICE module at the dealer and installing it with a special hand-held computer called Tech2. TheKeyLab .Keys ReplacementA lot of used Saabs have only one key. It is recommended, as soon as you can, to buy a spare one. This is less expensive than replacing the entire vehicle in case you lose it. It is also important to rotate your keys frequently to avoid all the wear and tear and to keep them clean.If you lose your keys, you will need a new key along with an additional program to convince your car that you aren't trying to steal it. The replacement of these modules can be more than $400 and the components are ordered via mail so it's not an immediate job for most locksmiths or even dealers.The good news is, most modern Saab vehicles can have a second key that can be added to the system. This is possible without replacing the original computer. The dealer will employ a handheld device called Tech-2 to program the second key into the vehicle. Some garages that are independent can do this as well but the process is more complicated and they will have to reprogram the EEPROM in your car's computer to accept the new key.Key fobs to replace the replacement keySaab owners whose last key was lost or stolen will have to replace it as soon as possible. The steps involved in getting an additional working Saab 9-3 key fob require the dealer's service department. This can cost hundreds of dollars, which includes the cost of a brand new key, a new TWICE module (theft alert integrated central electronics) and reprogramming the system to convince the vehicle that the second key is not a stolen one.The process is less expensive when you have an extra. The new key has to be compatible to the original TWICE module and a pre-owned key is not likely to work in this manner, however a genuine OEM replacement can typically be obtained from the dealer at only a fraction of the price.It is easy to remove the case from a new SAAB Key Fob. Utilize a flathead to pry the case open and be sure to avoid damaging the electronics inside. After removing the battery and electronics you can then replace the case with the shell of the original key fob. Be sure to align the two parts and gently press them together, allowing them to click into the right position. After the new key is installed and synchronized, you can use it again. It's important to note that acquiring a new key is more difficult than simply replacing the emergency key, and will require dealer help with a special tool known as the Tech-2.Replacement Ignition KeysIf your car's ignition key doesn't start when you turn it on or it doesn't turn on when you press the starter button, you must first ensure the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from accelerating when the lock for your transmission fails or your manual transmission slams out of gear.In most cases, it's the electronics in the key fob which control how the car recognises the key after it's been inserted into the ignition. The metal key itself is relatively easy to copy, but the electronic part inside the key fob is what allows the car to recognize the key.The addition of a second key to a Saab car requires a special transmitter along with a transponder along with it, and some sort of special programming of the vehicle to convince the computer that it is not trying to steal the vehicle. This is not something a locksmith could do, it has to be done by a dealer or through an electronic handheld computer called Tech2. Tech2.If you already have a working key fob, adding another will not cost more than $200. The other expense is the actual fabrication of the key made of metal, in the event that you require it. Many dealers can do this as well, but it may take some time to get the key and the car programmed.Replacement RemotesThe Saab 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver outward, with logical layouts and a tactile feel to the controls. 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