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How to Replace the Replacement Key Battery For the Saab 9-3 Saab owners must follow a set of special steps to install a second ignition key. This requires the use of a handheld computer, known as Tech-2, to be used by the dealer. Then the transponder must be replaced and a key must be purchased. Make saab 93 key to rotate your keys in order to prevent one from wearing out faster than another. This will keep your keys in pristine condition. Replacement Case The new key fobs do not look like the old Saab keys. They're equipped with electronic devices which make it hard to copy. This has made stealing cars much more difficult than it was just a few years ago. It has also made it more expensive to replace keys lost. Saab 9-3 owners should have two working keys. If one is lost, it costs a lot to purchase a new one for the car, as it requires replacing the CIM module and reprogramming the locking cylinders. Dealers charge between $100-$200 for this. There are options to avoid these costs. Some parts suppliers can look up the code from an extra key (usually the same one that opens the doors and turns the ignition) and cut a brand new metal key blade at less than the dealer's cost. The key must, however, be the same as the original in order to function in your car. Follow these steps to replace the case. You will need a flathead screwdriver and some patience. With the screwdriver slowly tear the plastic away and separate the emergency key from the case. Once the case is open, remove the electronics and place them inside the new case. Make sure you insert the correct key and badge inside the case. Replacement Battery The Saab 9-3 replacement battery is a cheap component that can be easily and quickly replaced. This video tutorial on DIY from YouTube Cyclone Cyd shows how to replace the battery for the remote key fob in only four steps. This tutorial can be used with any modern Saab key fob. However, the procedure may differ slightly. The button is typically located close to the Saab logo on the back of the fob. This button is typically located on the back of the fob just below the Saab Logo. Then you will need a flathead screwdriver into the small hole of this button. This should be enough to open the case in order to change the battery. Once you have installed the new batteries CR1632, you can put back together the remote key fob. Then, you can program it into your car. The entire process should not take more than a half hour at the most. This is a very easy process that doesn't require any special tools. The process can be a bit more complex if you lose your key, but still possible. The dealer will have to verify the VIN of the car, and then order a replacement key blade and a TWICE module with the exact unique code. Then, they'll have to cut the replacement key and then program it using an innovative software tool called MDI. Replacement Key Fob The key fob is the piece that locks and unlocks your car. It is equipped with a battery inside. Batteries are able to last for a short time and eventually die. It's a common issue for all vehicles. The good news is you can replace the battery on most key fobs without having to replace the entire case. Amazon sells replacement fobs that already have all the electronics installed. You can simply remove the case and replace the batteries. It's important to note that you'll have to remove the emergency key first. you can accomplish this by inserting the screwdriver of a small flathead into the slot that is located in the middle of the case. The case will split as you move the screwdriver around it. When you are ready to replace the keys make sure you have a spare, because this can cut down your total cost by a significant amount. If you have an additional key, request the dealer to cut it and program it for your car. This is a lot less expensive than purchasing a new key fob. If you do not have a spare key car key, you can add another key to your car, but it requires a lot of research and effort. It costs a few hundred bucks to add an additional car key. The computer in the vehicle must also be programmed. Professionals can accomplish this however it's a costly option. Replacement Ignition The new SAAB 9-3 has an advanced alarm system based on a key code. This means that should you lose only one working key, adding another one can be very expensive as the car has to have a computer module installed and it must also be specifically programmed to accept an additional key. Dealers can even charge hundreds of dollars to program a new key when they are not able to do it. If you've lost your sole 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 the highest price for it. We can reprogram the EEPROM in your car computer to make it prepared for a new key. This will save you more than 50% off what you would pay at a dealer. If you've been a long time owner of a 03-11 SAAB 9-3, then you probably are aware that the ignition key isn't all that durable. They can be extremely sticky, and the buttons can fall off at times, so you should consider getting a replacement if yours isn't working as it should. It's not as difficult as it seems to replace the ignition key. With the right tools, it is able to be accomplished in a short time.