I changed the battery now my alarm wont respond to the fob, nothing in my manual about it either?How would I reset car alarm fob on saab 9-3 convertible, 1999 model?The Alarm remote communicates with a control module located under the drivers front seat. The range is typically around 25 feet depending on the type of transmitter that you have. The left button is used to arm or disarm the car. The right button is used to lock or unlock the trunk.
The battery life is about 3 years under normal use. Use the distance at which the remote functions to determine the battery strength. On the newer cars the SID unit will read %26quot;REPLACE KEY BATTERY%26quot; when the battery warning is activated by the remote. To replace the batteries simply push off the back housing by pressing downwards. On the newer remotes you may have to insert a small pin on the side of the remote housing to release the cover or remove screws on the back side of the remote. Remove the batteries and replace them. Most newer remotes are powered by a 3V lithium battey. You can buy them at radio shack. After the batteries have been changed you must press the remote 5 times in a row to re-activate the remote.How would I reset car alarm fob on saab 9-3 convertible, 1999 model?stand next to the car and keep pressing the unlock button. it may take like 8 times.
