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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 a new key as well as transponder have to be purchased and then programmed to the car. Rotate your keys to stop one from deteriorating faster than the other. This will help keep your keys in pristine condition. Replacement Case The new key fobs aren't like the old Saab keys. They have electronics that make it difficult to duplicate. This has made stealing car keys much more difficult than it was twenty years ago. It also makes it more expensive to replace lost keys. Saab 9-3 owners should have two keys that work. If one is lost it costs a fortune to add another to the car, as it requires replacing the CIM module and reprogramming the locking cylinders. Dealers usually charge between $100 and $200 to complete this. There are several ways to get around the high price. Some parts dealers 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 metal key blade for only a fraction of the dealer's cost. The key must be exactly the identical to the original one for it to function in your vehicle. You can also change the case yourself by following these steps. You'll require a flathead and a lot of patience. With the screwdriver, break away the plastic and take out the emergency key. Once the case is open, remove the electronic components and put them in the new case. Make sure you put the correct key and badge back into the case as well. Replacement Battery The Saab 9-3 replacement battery is a low-cost part that can be quickly and easily replaced. Cyclone's YouTube video Cyd demonstrates how to replace the battery of the remote fob with just four simple steps. This tutorial can be used with any modern Saab key fob. However, the procedure could differ slightly. The first step is to locate the button that will release the backup key inside the fob. It is usually located next to the Saab logo on the back of the fob. Use a flathead to insert the screwdriver into the tiny hole in this button. This will allow you to open the case of the fob to allow you to replace the battery. After you have installed the new batteries CR1632, it is possible to reassemble the remote key fob. You can then program it into your car. The whole process should not exceed an hour. It's a simple process that doesn't require any special tools. If saab ignition key lose a key the process will be a bit more involved but it is still able to be accomplished. The dealer will first need to read the VIN of the vehicle and then order the replacement TWICE module as well as key blade with the correct unique code. The dealer will then need to program the key using MDI an innovative software tool. Replacement Key Fob The key fob has a battery that is used to lock and unlock your vehicle. The batteries last for a certain time that is a long time, and they eventually fail. It is a common problem in all vehicles. The good thing is that you can change the batteries in most key fobs, and not have to replace the entire case. You can buy replacement fobs on Amazon that have all the electronics already installed, which means you can just pop open the case and replace the old batteries. It is important to remember that you will need to take out the emergency key first, and you can do this by inserting the small screwdriver flathead into the slot that is located in the middle of the case. Use the screwdriver to move around the case, and it will split open, making it easy to remove. When you are ready to replace the keys ensure that you have a spare, as this can reduce the total cost by a significant amount. If you have an additional key, ask the dealer to cut the key and program it for your car. This is much less expensive than purchasing a brand new key fob. If you do not have a spare key you can add an additional key to your car, however it requires a lot of research and effort. The cost of adding a second key is several hundred dollars and it also requires programming of the car's computer. Professionals can do this but it's not a cheap option. Replacement Ignition As opposed to earlier Saab cars, the modern SAAB 9-3 models use an extremely sophisticated alarm system that is dependent on a coded keys. If you lose your only key, it may be costly to get another one, as the car has to be equipped with a specific computer and be programmed to accept a new key. Dealers can charge hundreds of dollars to program a new key in the event that they are unable to complete the task. Dealers will charge you the highest price to replace your car's computer (also known as the CIM or SAAB twice) when you lose the only working key. We can reprogramme the existing EEPROM inside your car's computer to make it ready for an additional key. This will save you more than 50% on what you would have to pay a dealer. If you have owned a SAAB 9-3 quite a while you're aware that the ignition keys aren't very durable. They can get extremely sticky and the buttons can fall off every now and then which is why you should think about purchasing a new one if yours isn't performing as it should. It's good to know that replacing the ignition key isn't as difficult as it sounds and can be done quickly using the proper tools.