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How to Replace the Replacement Key Battery For the Saab 9-3 Saab owners have to follow a series of specific steps to add an additional ignition key. It requires dealer service using the handheld computer known as Tech-2. Then it is necessary to purchase a new transponder. key have to be purchased. Rotate your keys to prevent one from wearing out more than the other. This will keep your keys in perfect condition. Replacement Case The new key fobs are not like the old Saab keys. They're equipped with electronic devices that make them difficult to duplicate. This has made stealing car keys significantly more difficult than 20 years ago. It also makes it more expensive to replace keys lost. Every owner of a Saab 9-3 should have at least two functioning keys. If one gets lost, it is expensive to add another to the vehicle because it requires replacing the CIM module, and then reprogramming the locking cylinders. Dealers usually charge between $100 and $200 for this. There are some ways around these high cost. Some parts providers will search for the code from a spare key (usually the same one that opens the doors and turns on the ignition) and cut a brand new metal key blade for less than the dealer's cost. The key, however, must be the same as the original one to function properly within your car. You can also replace the case yourself by following these steps. You'll require a flathead and a lot of patience. Utilizing the screwdriver, slowly pull the plastic apart and then separate the emergency key from the case. Once the case is open, remove the electronic components and put them in your new case. Put the correct key and badge into the case. Replacement Battery The Saab 9-3 replacement battery is a budget part that can be quickly and easily replaced. This YouTube tutorial for DIY Cyclone Cyd shows how to replace the remote key fob battery in only four steps. This tutorial should work for any modern saab key fob though the process may vary slightly. The first step is to locate the button that releases the backup key within the fob. This button is typically located on the back of the fob, just below the Saab Logo. Use a flathead screwdriver to insert the screwdriver in the small hole in this button. This should be enough to unlock the fob's case to allow you to replace the battery. Once you have installed the new batteries CR1632, you can rebuild the remote key fob. Then, you can program it into your car. The entire process shouldn't take more than one hour. This is a simple process that doesn't require any special tools. The process is more complex if you lose your key, but still possible. saab key fob programming must first read the VIN of the vehicle and then order an additional TWICE module and key blade with the correct unique code. The dealer will then need to program the key using MDI, a brand new software tool. Replacement Key Fob The key fob comes with an internal battery that is used to lock and unlock your vehicle. They have a limited life span and will eventually fail. This is a problem that happens with all cars and the good news is that you can change the batteries in most key fobs without replacing the whole case. You can purchase fobs replacements on Amazon that include all the electronics already installed, which means you can simply open the case and replace the old batteries. You'll need to remove the emergency key before you can replace the batteries. To do this, you need to insert a small screwdriver that is flat into the slot in the middle of the. The case will split once you turn the screwdriver around it. If you're ready to change your keys, keep a spare in your possession. This will save you lots of money. If you do have a spare, you can request that the dealer cut the new key and program it into your car, which is cheaper than replacing the whole key fob. It is possible to add another key to your car even if you don't have one, but it takes lots of research and effort. The cost for adding a second key is around a hundred dollars and it also requires the programming of the car's computer. Professionals can do this however it's a costly option. Replacement Ignition The new SAAB 9-3 features an advanced alarm system that is based on a key code. This means that if you lose your only functioning key, getting another key can be extremely expensive since the car has to have a computer module added and it must also be specifically programmed to accept an extra key. Dealers can charge hundreds of dollars to program an entirely new key, when they are not able to complete the task. Dealers will charge you the highest price to replace your car computer (also known as the CIM or SAAB twice) if you lose your sole working key. We can reprogram the current EEPROM inside your car's computer so that it's prepared for a new key. This will save you more than 50% on the cost you would pay an auto dealer. If you've been an owner of a 03-11 SAAB 9-3, you likely are aware that the ignition key isn't all that durable. If your ignition key is not working correctly, you should consider replacing it. They can become sticky and the buttons have been known to fall off. Fortunately, replacing the ignition key isn't as complicated as it sounds and can be done quickly with the appropriate tools.