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I think the Dealers are trying to sell you a new key... Posted by MI-Roger [Email] ![]() ![]() In Reply to: Keys and seats, nyc AERO, Thu, 1 Jun 2006 09:46:24 Members do not see ads below this line. - Help Keep This Site Online - Signup |
As far as I know, the TWICE unit (anti-theft computer) can be programmed to accept a maximum of 4 keys during its life. To program the computer to accept an additional key you MUST have one of the exisitng keys in your possession as it is used in the programming sequence. The computer has no way of knowing if the additional key is a "New from Sweden" key or a used e-Bay key. These steps will allow your car's TWICE unit to accept the electronic anti-theft signal from the e-Bay key.
The e-Bay key must also have a machined slot to match your existing lock cylinders. I understand that this part can be bought separately from the entire key. I was told by my Dealer last night that these key shafts have to be cut in Sweden because no US Dealers own the $15,000 machine to cut the slots! The cost of a new shaft from Sweden (machined to match my new 9-3SC) was quoted at $100.
Are we both being hosed with this last bit of information? I don't know, and asked this question today on the 9-3SS board. A $100 machined key shaft snapped into your all-in-one fob may still be cheaper than ordering a complete key and fob combination from the Dealer.
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_______________________________________ Saabs owned: 2008 9-5 Aero Sedan, sold at 227K miles 2006 9-3SC 2.0T - Wife's daily driver 2000 Viggen Convertible - Sold May, 2022 1964 Quantum IV Formula Car - Retirement project 2000 9-5lpt Sedan, sold at 318K miles
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