How to unlock the front door of a Saab?
If you are locked out of the car you need to get in to do this. Best option is to unlock the doors using the second key. If you only have one key… Press the Saab logo on the key and pull out the metal traditional key. Unlock the left hand front door (passenger side in UK). THE ALARM WILL SOUND.
Why does my Saab 9-3 Sports Saloon not lock?
Sometimes when the CR2032 battery in the 9-3 Sports Saloon is changed, the key buttons don’t seem to work the remote locking. This is probably due to the key losing synchronisation. To synchronise the ignition key in this car, it needs to be placed in the ignition key hole. You should hear the steering lock operate.
Why is my Remote key not working on my Saab?
There is another issue that could cause this problem, when removing the ignition key from the centre consol, the barrel of the lock should pop up flush with the outer rim of the lock, however in some older cars the barrel does not quite finish its travel and will stop about a 1 mm short of the top.
How do you change the key on a Saab?
Press the Saab logo on the key and pull out the metal traditional key. Unlock the left hand front door (passenger side in UK). THE ALARM WILL SOUND. Get in and put the key in the ignition switch as normal. The alarm should stop. The key should now be synchronised and you can use it normally.
Why is my Saab 9-3 door lock not working?
The central locking door lock mechanisms on Saab 9-3s (and 9-5s) are known to occasionally malfunction/stop working. When you hit the central locking button on the remote, the affected door often won’t lock (or won’t unlock if it was already locked). The issue tends to start out intermittent and then worsen with time.
How to get a key fob for a Saab?
I would prefer a flat key and a key fob (I see plenty of key fobs on ebay). 1) Get one or two of the key fobs on ebay. 2) Get my current key duplicated by a locksmith (just the metal part on a blank they will presumably have and be able to cut). 3) Go to my dealer and get them to marry the key fobs to the TWICE / DICE / Whatever.
What was the Saab 93 Tid 2001 model?
That was on a Saab 93 Tid 2001 model. I think you are worth your fifth star, You certainly solved my problem with an unresponsive remote cental lock. A little wiggling got the barral to rise up into the flush position – and lo and behold, the remote did its business.
Where is the door card on a Saab 9-3?
To access the door locking mechanism, we need to remove the door card and disconnect some cabling etc. There are two screws holding the door card in place, both located under the inner handle. You need to carefully prise the handle apart to access them: The two screws have Torx heads, you’ll need a long driver to reach the middle one.