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How to Replace the Replacement Key Battery For the Saab 93 Saab owners must follow a set of specific steps to add an additional ignition key This requires a handheld computer called Tech2 that is operated by the dealer A new key and transponder need to be bought and programmed to the car It is recommended to rotate your keys in order that one doesnt get damaged faster than the other This will also help to keep your keys in pristine condition Replacement Case The new key fobs do not look like the older Saab keys They feature electronic components which make it hard to duplicate This has made stealing cars considerably more difficult than it was a few years ago It has also made it more costly to replace keys that were lost Saab 93 owners should have two working keys If one gets lost it costs a lot to add another to the vehicle because it requires replacing the CIM module and programming the locking cylinders Dealers charge between 100 and 200 for this There are some ways around these high cost Some parts suppliers will find the code from an extra key usually the same one that opens the doors and turns off the ignition and cut a brand new key blade out of metal for just a fraction of dealer cost The key however must be identical to the original one in order to function in your car Follow these steps to replace the case Youll require an openfaced screwdriver and patience With the screwdriver you can pry apart the plastic and then take off the emergency key Once the case is open remove the electronic components and place them into the new case Be sure to put the correct badge and key back into the case as well Replacement Battery The replacement battery for the Saab 93 is a cheap part that can be replaced easily and quickly This YouTube video by Cyclone Cyd shows how to replace the battery of the remote fob with just four steps This tutorial will work with any modern Saab key fob However the process could differ slightly The button is typically located next to the Saab logo on the back of the fob This button is usually located just below the Saab logo on the back of the fob Use a flathead to insert the screwdriver into the tiny hole on this button This will allow you to open the fobs case so that you can replace the battery After saab keys is installed you can reassemble the remote key fob and then program it to your car The entire process should not exceed an hour This is a simple process that doesnt require any special tools If you lose a key the process will be more complicated but it can still be accomplished The dealer will have to verify the VIN of the car and then request a replacement key blade and a TWICE module with the proper unique code The dealer will then need to program the key using MDI a brand new software tool Replacement Key Fob The key fob is a device that locks and unlocks your car It is equipped with an internal battery The batteries last for a period of and they will eventually fail This is a problem that occurs in all vehicles The good news is that you can replace the battery in most key fobs without having to replace the entire case Amazon sells replacement fobs with all the electronic components in place It is easy to open the case and replace the batteries Its important to note that youll need take out the emergency key first and you can do this by putting the screwdriver of a small flathead into the slot that is located in the middle of the case The case will split once you rotate the screwdriver around it If youre about to replace your keys ensure that you have a spare as this can reduce your total cost by a substantial amount If you have a spare you can ask the dealer to cut an entirely new key and then program it to the car which is cheaper than replacing the whole key fob If you dont have a spare one you can add another key to your car but this requires a lot research and effort The cost for adding a second key is several hundred dollars and it also requires programming of the cars computer This can be accomplished by a professional however its a costly option for the majority of owners Replacement Ignition The current SAAB 93 is an alarm system that is more sophisticated built on a keycode If you lose only one key it may be costly to get another one since the car needs to have a specific computer installed and be programmed to accept a brand new key Most locksmiths cannot do this and even a dealer will charge several hundreds of dollars just to program the new key If youve lost the only working key a dealer will replace the computer in your car known as the CIM or SAAB TWICE to make a replacement and they will charge you a premium price for it Instead we can reprogram the EEPROM of your current car computer to prepare it for an additional key saving you over 50 of the amount you pay at a dealership If you have owned a SAAB 93 a long time youre aware that the ignition keys arent very durable They can get extremely sticky and the buttons can fall off of them at times so you should consider purchasing a new one if yours isnt working as it should Its not as difficult as it appears to replace the ignition key With the proper tools it can be accomplished in a short time
