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saab spare key Key Programming

Saab cars manufactured since 1994 use an immobilizer system based on keys that are coded. Adding an extra key requires an entirely new transponder and programming. This is usually handled by the dealer using the Tech2 diagnostic tool.

The problem is that this can be extremely expensive. It is always advisable to keep an extra set of keys available.

Transponder key

The transponder key is a key with an electronic chip that sends a signal back to the car when it is inserted into ignition. The car then checks to see if the signal matches the one on the key. If the signals match then the car will be able to open and start. This is a great method to stop auto theft and keep your vehicle safe from thieves.

Transponder keys are a popular addition to automobiles, but they are not as secure as traditional metal keys. The metal component of a traditional key is easily cut or copied, while the transponder is protected by an electronic chip that protects it. This chip contains a unique code that is programmed into the car's computer to identify it.

The car will recognize the Saab keyfob, and allow it to turn on. However, it can only do so if the key fob has a non-modified chip that has been programmed to match the original. If not, the car will refuse to accept the key and will not start.

It is crucial to have an extra saab 9 3 key replacement key. This is particularly important especially if you reside in a rural area where there are a lot of car burglars. The good news is that it's possible to get a replacement key for your Saab without needing to visit a dealer and pay the high costs that they ask. You can get the replacement key on the spot at a fraction of the cost you would pay at the dealership.

Wired key

Saab cars usually come with two keys when new. If you only have one, you should get an additional key as soon as you can. This is because if the key is lost the car will require a new CIM and the locking cylinders replaced. This could be expensive especially if purchasing a used vehicle.

The next step is to connect the column and row wires to the microcontroller. This is the most difficult component of the project and will require lots of soldering. There is no standard method to do this, but it is crucial to plan the routes you'll use to solder the rows and columns. For this keyboard, there are five rows and 17 columns. So there will be 22 microcontroller wires and pins to connect.

After the columns and rows are soldered, it's the time to connect them to key switches. To do this, put an inverter over each pin on the key switch and solder it. This will shield the pins from current, and prevent them from getting shorted. A diode allows current to only flow in only one direction. It comes with a visual indicator, saab key replacement Bristol a black band, that indicates the direction in which current will flow.

Sanabria says that some of the tools available in auto parts stores, like the Autel MaxiIM IM608PRO and the IM508 can assist customers shopping or DIY customers to program replacement keys and restore the immobilizer's data. The tools connect to OBD ports and guide the customer through each step which makes the process much easier than replacing the vehicle's computer.

Jump-starting the battery

Most people keep a few sets of jumper cables in their trunks for emergency situations however, jumping a battery for newer vehicles might not be the best option. These vehicles are equipped with computers and digital devices which communicate with one another. A voltage spike when the battery is connected to another can fry the components and render your vehicle undriveable.

Start the vehicle you are using and Saab key replacement Bristol allow it to run for around two minutes before connecting the cables to the non-working one. Attach the red clip to the positive terminal on the good battery (it will have "POS" or "+" on it). Attach the other end of the black cable to a clean, unpainted metal surface beneath the damaged car's hood. The engine block is a good option. The black cable is not to be connected to the negative terminal of the dead battery. This could result in sparks that could ignite the gasoline that is in the engine compartment.

Once the cables are connected the vehicle that is disabled and let it run for about five minutes before you disconnect the cables in reverse order. Be aware that the battery in your saab key replacement bristol 9-3 is charged when you drive, and it may take some time for the battery to go back down again. It's a good idea purchase a spare key fob as soon as you can, because replacing the sole working one requires the installation of a brand new computer module and special programming to convince it that your missing keys aren't in the process of trying to steal the car.

Replacement case

Many Saab owners have only one key for their vehicle and if they lose it, key, it will cost them. The reason is that it's expensive to buy a new key, and it involves replacing the CIM (Column Integration Module) or TWICE on older models, plus programming. It's best to have a second key in the event of theft or any other catastrophe and the best option is to purchase a second key as soon as you can. Even it's "new", it won't work.

Most locksmiths cannot help you if you have only one working key and the dealer will charge you top dollar to replace the computer in your vehicle for a replacement. However, we can reset and re-program your computer's EEPROM to prepare it to accept the new key, without replacing the whole system. That can save you a lot of money. It's cheaper to do this rather than wait until you loose the only key.