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Saab Car Key Replacement Most drivers will have to replace their Saab keys. Like other vehicles, Saabs need special keys with a chip to identify them. If you are unable to replace one of them the car won't start unless you have the other. You can save a lot by purchasing it yourself, instead of paying the dealer. Keys Having your car keys stolen or lost can be extremely stressful and inconvenient particularly if you have one working key. This problem can be resolved by a expert locksmith. AutoLocks Ltd can repair your SAAB keys quickly and effectively. saab key fob provide our services for 75 per cent less than the dealer. The 03-11 SAAB owners have a distinct issue with their car keys. The key fobs aren't that durable and they tend to break down quite easily. Many people don't own an extra, which could pose a risk to safety in an emergency. You'll pay around $400 to the dealer if you wish to purchase an additional key. You'll need a new key, a transponder and the existing key programmed. This process is done with the special tool known as a Tech-2, which dealers have. It's a simple procedure however, you'll need mechanical expertise to make the key. It's best to leave this to experts. The first step is removing the emergency key from its case. Insert a flathead in the middle slot of your key fob. After a few minutes of work the key should split open. Remotes The newest Saab cars don't use traditional keys made from metal for security. Instead, they use an immobilizer system that is built around recognition of a chip that is embedded in each key. This is the reason why the car only starts when a specific type of key (called”key-fob” or “key-fob”) is used to unlock it and insert it into the ignition. It is for this reason that a Saab owner should always carry an extra. The traditional metal keys can be copied easily but the issue is that the electronic part of a key-fob must be matched to a specific vehicle in order for it to work. This matching is performed in the car's computer module, which are called CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE (Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics). If you lose your sole working key and you lose it, it will cost the dealer a substantial amount to replace these modules and program the new key. A locksmith at your local can reprogram the EEPROM on the computer of your car and create you a new key, thereby saving you 50 percent or more than what dealerships charge! If you have lost your only key, it's vital to contact us immediately to ensure that we can avoid the costly fees that a dealer would ask for. Transponders A transponder, also known as an electronic chip, is a small electronic chip that is embedded in the key-fob. It transmits an individual coded message. It is part of the immobilizer which stops thieves from using a stolen vehicle key to open the door. The transponder signal from the key are picked up by the receiver close to the ignition. This receiver decodes the serial numbers of the transmission. If the number matches the car's serial number, it starts. Transponder keys can be found in most cars manufactured in the last two decades. These are also used in airplanes. Air traffic control utilizes them to identify friendly aircraft through an encoded signal, IFF (Identification Friends or Foe). Certain aircraft are equipped transponders operating in mode C or S which transmit the identification codes and altitudes to ATC. They also offer collision avoidance systems. The metal parts of a standard Saab Key are easy to duplicate. However the microchip that communicates with the immobilizer may be difficult to duplicate. If you own one of these, it is essential to keep it safe. Everyone who owns a Saab must have at minimum two keys that function for their car. If you lose the only one and you lose it, it will cost an enormous amount to replace it. You'll need a brand new, specialized computer module as well as the cost of a second key as well as programming to convince the car you aren't trying to take it. Immobilizers Immobilizers offer an additional layer of protection against hotwiring. They stop the engine from being started without ensuring that the transponder on the key fob is in order. The majority of cars equipped with immobilizers display a warning symbol in the instrument cluster to indicate that the key isn't inside. If you lose your keyfob you'll need to visit an authorized dealer to deactivate it and purchase a new one. These systems rely on encryption of information between the transponder system and the car. However, recent studies have found that these encryption codes are too easy for computers to break. Therefore, they are able to be manipulated by hackers who can read the messages that go back and forward on the CAN bus. These systems are much higher-tech than the standard immobilizers, which use a fixed code. Modern versions have a system that changes or rolls codes to ensure that the systems are secure. The problem with these is that hackers are still able to find ways to hack the code, and then use the key to start your car. To overcome this issue, the DST80 has a longer code to make it more difficult to guess. Sadly, researchers were able to break this too. Therefore, it's crucial to keep your key fob in your pocket when you're not using it.