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Saab Car Key Replacement
Saab car key replacement is something that all drivers will have to deal with in the near future. Saabs require special keys with a chip that identifies them.
If you fail to replace one of these, you won't be capable of starting your vehicle until you've got the second. You can save a lot by purchasing it yourself, instead of paying a dealer.
Keys
It can be a very stressful experience to lose your car keys stolen, or even lose keys. This is especially the case if you possess one key. This issue is easily solved by a experienced locksmith. AutoLocks Ltd can repair your SAAB keys quickly and efficiently. We provide our services at 75% less than a dealer.
The 03-11 SAAB owners have a unique issue with their car keys. saab ignition key tend to break easily and are not very durable. Many people don't own an extra one, which could be a safety risk in an emergency.
It will cost you around $400 to the dealer if you want to add a second key. You'll require a new key, transponder, and to have the existing key programmed. This is done using the special tool known as Tech-2. Tech-2 which dealers own. It's a simple procedure, but you'll need some mechanical skills to add the key. It is recommended to leave this to an expert. The first step is removing the emergency key from its case. Install a flathead into the slot in the middle of your key fob. After a short amount of work the key should split open.
Remotes
Modern Saab automobiles do not have keys made of steel to secure their cars. Instead, they employ an immobilizer that is built on recognition of the key and a specific chip that is embedded in each key. This is why a particular type of key is required to unlock the car, and then insert it into the ignition. It is for this reason that the Saab owner should always have a spare.
The traditional metal keys are easy to copy but the issue is that the electronic part of a key-fob needs to be connected to a specific vehicle in order for it to function. This matching is performed in the car's computer components and are referred to as CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics). If you lose your only working key and you lose it, it will cost the dealer a considerable amount to replace these modules and program the new key.
Local locksmiths can modify the EEPROM chip inside your car computer to make a new key. This could cost you as much as 50% of the cost dealer charges. We suggest you contact us as soon as you can when you lose your keys. This will allow you to save money by not having to pay the dealership.
Transponders
A transponder or electronic chip, is a tiny electronic chip that is placed in the key-fob. It sends an unicoded message. It is part of the immobilizer system to prevent thieves from using a stolen key to start your vehicle. The transponder signals from the keys are picked up by the receiver that is located near the ignition. This receiver decodes the serial numbers from the transmission. If the numbers match, the car starts. The majority of cars built in the last two decades utilize transponder keys.
They are also utilized in aircrafts. Air traffic control uses them to identify friendly aircraft with a coded signal, IFF (Identification of Friend or Foe). Certain aircraft are equipped transponders in the mode C or S, which transmit the identification codes and altitudes to ATC. They also support systems for collision avoidance.
The metal components of a typical Saab key are simple to duplicate, however the microchip that is connected to the immobilizer is hard to copy. It is important to secure these keys if you own one.
Every Saab owner must have two keys working. If you lose just one that you have, it will cost a lot to replace it. You'll have to purchase a special computer module, a second key, and program the car to convince it you are not trying to steal it.
Immobilizers
Immobilizers are an additional layer of protection against hotwiring. They are designed to stop the engine from starting until they have the transponder on the proper key fob. In addition the majority of cars equipped with immobilizers will also display a warning symbol on the instrument cluster that shows the key isn't in. If you lose your keyfob you'll have to visit an authorized dealer to deactivate it and get a new one.
These systems are based on encryption of the information that is sent between the transponder and the car's systems. However, recent research has shown that these encryption sequences are too easy for computers to break. Consequently, they can easily be snuffed out by hackers who can detect the messages that travel back and forward on the CAN bus.
These systems are more advanced than conventional immobilizers, which rely on an unchanging code. Modern versions have a system that alters or rolls codes to ensure that the systems are secure. Hackers can still hack these codes and use keys to start your car. To fix this issue the DST80 has an extended code that makes it harder to figure out. Researchers were also able to get it to work. Therefore, it's crucial to always keep your key fob in your pocket when you're not using it.