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How to Replace a Saab 93 Key Fob Every car should be equipped with a key fob and a transmitter/remote that can lock and unlock your car. The batteries in these devices could be faulty. You can add a second key on a Saab 93 for about $400 in case you don't have two. This involves purchasing a brand-new TWICE module from a dealer and installing it with a hand-held computer, called Tech2. Tech2. Key Replacement Many used Saabs come with one key. It is recommended, as soon as you can, to purchase a spare key. This will be less expensive than replacing the entire vehicle if you lose it. It is essential to rotate the keys in order to avoid wear and tear. If you have lost your only key, you'll have to replace the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics) module together with a new key and a special program to convince the car you are not trying to steal it. These modules can cost more than $400 to replace and are only accessible via mail order. Most locksmiths or dealers are not able to replace the module within the same day. The good news is that the majority of modern Saab vehicles can have a second key added to the system without having to replace the original computer inside the vehicle. how to open a saab 93 without a key will make use of a handheld computer called Tech-2 to program the second key into the vehicle. Some independent garages are able to do this, but the process is more complex. They will need to re-program your existing car computer's EEPROM so it will accept the new key. Replacement key fobs Saab owners who have lost their last key or had it stolen need the replacement as soon as they can. The steps to get a working 9-3 Saab key fob will require the dealer's service department. It could cost hundreds of dollars, which includes the price of a new key, a brand new TWICE module (theft alert integrated central electronics) and reprogramming to convince your car that the extra key is not a stolen one. If you have a spare key, however, the process is a lot less expensive. The new key has to be identical to the original Module. A second-hand one is not compatible. However, a genuine OEM replacement can be purchased from a dealer at just a fraction of what it will cost. Getting the case for a new SAAB key fob is easy. You can make use of a flathead screwdriver to break open the case, however, be cautious not to damage the electronics inside. After removing the electronics and battery, you can replace the case with the shell of the previous key fob. Make sure that you align the two pieces and gently press them together so that they click into their place. When the new fob is installed and synchronized, you can use it again. It's important to note that acquiring the new key is more complex than simply replacing the emergency key, and requires the dealer's assistance using a tool called the Tech-2. Keys for replacement ignition The first step is to ensure that the transmission is in Park. This will stop your car from moving if the lock in your transmission fails or if your manual transmission pops into gear. In the majority of cases, it's the electronics on the key fob, which determines how the car recognizes the key once it's put into the ignition. The key's metal material is relatively simple to copy but the electronic component that is in the key fob what allows the car to recognize the key. This is not something a locksmith can do. It has to be handled by a dealer, or a specific handheld computer referred to as a Tech2. This is not something that a locksmith can do, it needs to be done through a dealer or an electronic handheld computer called a Tech2. If you already have a functioning key fob, adding another shouldn't cost more than $200. The other expense is the actual manufacturing of the key in metal, should you require it. Many dealers can do this, but it may take a few weeks to get the key and the car programmed. Replacement Remotes The Saab 9-3's cabin is designed from the driver's perspective outward and features logical layouts as well as the feel of the controls. The dashboard wraps around the driver and includes an exciting turbo vacuum gauge to add an individual touch to its instrumentation. Leather-wrapped steering wheel features audio, cruise control, and phone controls. The console in between the seats has one cupholder and the knobs for the Bose audio and dual-zone climate controls are arranged logically. A touch-screen display can be used to combine music and navigation functions, but it can be distracting while driving. In terms of power the 9-3 is an impressive performer. The base low pressure turbo model takes about 8 seconds to reach speeds of 60 mph while the more powerful Viggen can reach 60 mph in just 6.9 seconds. The handling of this car is a major element to its success. Despite its hefty 60/40 front-to rear weight distribution The Turbo X feels agile and comfortable on two-lane highways. Fuel economy is the main negative aspect of this car's dynamic. The turbocharged 2.0-liter motor gets around 27 mpg when in the city and 35 on the highway. The Turbo X special edition with more power will be available for 2008 only. The model comes with a unique rear seat that folds flat onto the floor, adding to the cargo capacity. It also has a unique rear spoiler, and an aggressive bumper.