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Saab Key Programming

Saab cars produced since 1994 use an immobilizer system that is based on a set of keys. Adding an extra key requires an entirely new transponder and programming. This is usually done by the dealer using a special Tech2 diagnostic tool.

The issue is that it can be extremely expensive. You should always keep a spare set of keys in your possession.

Transponder key

The transponder key is a key with an electronic chip that transmits a signal to the car when it is inserted into the ignition. The car will then check the signal to see if it matches the one on the key. If the signals are in sync, the car will unlock and begin. This is a great way to deter auto theft and keep your vehicle safe from thieves.

Transponder keys may be a popular addition to cars, but they are not as safe as traditional metal keys. The metal portion of a traditional keys can be easily cut and copied, whereas transponders have an electronic chip that safeguards it. This chip contains an individual code that is programmed into the car's computers to identify it.

The car will recognize the Saab keyfob, and allow it to turn on. The car can only recognize the key fob if it is equipped with an unmodified chip and has been programmed to match. Otherwise, the car would reject the key and won't start.

It is vital to have an extra Saab key. This is particularly important if you live in a rural area, where there are a lot of car thieves. You can get a brand new key for your saab ignition key by visiting the dealership without paying their high costs. You can get a replacement key made on the spot for less than half of the cost you would pay at an auto dealer.

Key for Wired

Saab cars are usually delivered with two keys. If you have only one, you need to purchase an additional key as quickly as you can. This is because if it's lost, the car will need a new CIM and the locking cylinders replaced. This could be expensive particularly if you are purchasing a used vehicle.

The next step is to wire the wires for the column and row to the microcontroller. This is the most difficult part of the project and will require a great amount of soldering. It's not a standard way to do it, however, you should plan how to route and connect each column and row. There are 22 microcontroller wires as well as pins to connect to this keyboard. It has five rows and 17 columns.

After the columns and rows are soldered, it's the time to connect them to key switches. To do this, put a diode across each pin on the key switch and solder it. This will protect the pins of the key switch from current and stop them from being shorted. The diode will only allow the current to flow in a single direction, and it comes with a a black band visual indicator that indicates which way the current will flow.

Some of the tools available at auto parts stores -- such as the Autel MaxiIM IM608 PRO and IM508 -- could assist customers at the shop or DIY customers in certain instances program replacement keys and restore lost Saab key immobilizer data Sanabria says. The tools connect to the OBD port and automatically guide the user through the process, making it more simple than replacing the computer inside the vehicle.

Jump starting the battery

Most people keep a set of jumper cables in their trunk to use in an emergency, but jumping a battery on newer cars might not be the best choice. They have numerous digital and computer systems that communicate with one another. A surge in voltage when the battery is connected to another could cause damage to the components and render your vehicle unusable.

Connect the cables to the vehicle operating. Allow it to run for two minutes. Attach the red clip to the positive terminal of the good battery (it will have "POS" or "+" on it). Attach the other end to a clear, unpainted metal surface underneath the hood of the affected vehicle. The engine block is a great choice. The black cable is not to be connected to the negative terminal of the dead battery. This could create sparks, which would ignite the gasoline that is in the engine compartment.

Once the cables are connected, start the vehicle and let it run for approximately five minutes. Then, disconnect the cables in reverse. Keep in mind that the battery on the saab 9-3 key fob replacement 9-3 gets recharged during your drive, which means it can take a while to get the battery back to its original level. It's a good idea to purchase a spare key fob as soon as you can, since replacing the one that works requires the installation of a new computer module and a special program to convince it that your missing keys aren't attempting to steal the car.

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Saab owners typically only have one car key, and if that is lost, they'll be charged. The reason for this is that it's expensive to add a new key, and it involves replacing the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE on older models, as well as programming. It is best to have a backup key in the event of theft or other disaster and the best option is to purchase an extra key as soon as you are able to. Even it's "new", it will not function.

Most locksmiths can't help you when you only have one working key and the dealer will charge you high fees to replace the computer in your car to make a new replacement. We can reset and reprogram the computer's EEEPROM to get it ready to accept a replacement key without the need to replace the entire system. That can help you save money. It's also less expensive than waiting until you lose your only key.