How to change battery in Saab 9-3 key fob, new quality case and resynchronise to car, Saab 9-3 9-5 2002 on. Original equipment quality from aftermarket facsimile.
The Saab 4-button remotes are somewhat prone to deterioration. The buttons on the case wear out and the switches on the PCB fail. It’s also necessary to replace batteries on a regular basis if one is to avoid being stuck unable to get into a locked car. SO in this video I show you how to replace the battery, how to replace the case and finally resynch the remote to the car.
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The new case I used in this video, is a very close copy of the original one with a hard shell and soft buttons. Quite cheap too at only around £8 for case, key blade and spare pcb switches. Worldwide delivery available from here: http://bit.ly/Saab_Key_Case
And this is the add-on service for having the key blade cut: http://bit.ly/Key_cut_service
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00:00 Introduction 00:27 Caution! 00:37 Preparation 1 00:41 Preparation 2 00:51 Key removal 00:57 Preparation 3 01:22 How to open remote 02:12 How to replace battery 02:23 Battery handling precautions 02:50 Reassemble case 03:25 Replacement case 04:40 Two types key blades 05:06 Transfer pcb to new case 05:40 Clean pcb 08:07 Back out at car 08:20 Start resynchronisation procedure 09:06 Key in ignition 09:45 Check remote operation 09:55 Locking system top tip 10:22 Car won’t lock! 11:01 Outro
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“You have been warned” – but warned about what?? If your car is locked, the remote doesn’t work and the key won’t unlock the door, that’s TROUBLE. You are LOCKED OUT and you will have no option but to smash a window to get in AND will have to get someone with Tech2 out to the car to replace the CIM and program a new key. Likely cost around £1000 or so.
Of course, if you keep a spare remote/key and check it’s operation regularly, that will save you from the above hassle and expense.
Do not fall into the trap of thinking I’m being overdramatic for effect. Over the last 4-5 years I’ve been active on Saab forums, I’ve seen this happen to a few people.
The best defense: keep a WORKING spare.
Thanks for such a thorough and helpful explanation…brilliant!
Do you know if there are schematics for these keys available? I have two of them, the only two programmed, that have broken buttons on them. I was going to see if I could get new buttons micro soldered onto those boards before replacing the key housing / batteries
My question is where did you get a double din kit for a 2004 saab 9-3 Aero 4 door sedan?
Hi Cyd, i need help with my saab 9-3 04 i got Check Engine Light and P1312 code O2S. Switch point Rich senson 1, do you know what i need to check ??, coil packs, spark plugs gap, ionization module, O2 Sensor or something else? i want my saab fine again it loses power on full throttle and the Turbo gauge goes down when reach the last white line, it doesn't pass to red lines, yesterday i start the car and the engine sounds very strange, like a steam motor and it has no power to drive uphill.
Hello Cyd, i have a 55 plate 93 with only one key. I`m scared that I will misplace it and be left walking. How can i get and reprograme an extra key as a spare. thank you in advance.
Hey Cyd, Loving your videos man! They definitely help me with DIY around my car. Just wondering, what do you smoke?
What if you completely lost the key, what would you recommend? Could you get a key from another saab?
Hello Cyd, thank you for your very helpful videos. I wonder if I might be able to ask for some guidance on Toyota Aygo 05, if so should I email you. I will source finest coffee beans in leu of your thoughts.
My case was £3 on Ebay lol. Cheap rubbish but does the job for now.
I'm new to saab and love your videos I own a 2.2 tid as my first car
So if one door latch has failed, not the door switch but latch.. would that stop me from locking the car or unlock ? My problem started intermittently my twice is dry, ignition barrel pop up good becasuse my key diffrent from yours with the blade., fob works boot 99% , iv looked at door wire harnes and plugs cleaned them up. And ive disconnected battery.i used to be able to lock the doors with key then enter car manual set alarm off and insert key and turn. It resyncs but give it half hour or so and the lock or unlock wont work at all. I have 2 conected transponders so the car display says and 2 keys which have been restored. PLEASE i have had this issue on my saab 9-5 2.0T 2005 sallon on only 38000 miles i have had this major issue for 6 month now. any thoughs are greatly appreciated, paul.
Thanks for this, I've bought a couple of crap quality ones that don't snap back together. And the key cutting service will be getting tried asap. Thanks for the links.
Another great vid! Very useful tips.
Really good, thanks