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08 October 2019 #1
- Join Date
- 26 Aug 2019
- Location
- Kansas City, MO
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- 1
- Saab(s)
- 2003 9-3 SE Convertible
Buy or not buy - "bad" twice
I found a 2001 9-5 (don't know what sub model yet) that the seller (non-Saab person) said its "something they call a bad twice box". I am VERY new to Saab.
The seller does have a key, obviously the car doesn't run, but before I pay $200 to have it towed home I'd like to understand the process of fixing this.
I am guessing the twice can either need to be reprogrammed or replaced (damaged).
If it's needs reprogramming (I don't have a Tech 2) can I pull it and send it out somewhere? Are there places that do reprogramming?
If it's needs replacement I have to replace not just the twice but the key(?) and ignition(?)?
Any additional info and/or questions I haven't brought up I would appreciate the input.
Thanks,
Jim
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08 October 2019 #2
- Join Date
- 10 Apr 2017
- Location
- Denham, England
- Posts
- 541
- Saab(s)
- 2011 2.0 9-5 Aero
TWICE = Theft Warning Integrated Central Electronics. You can replace the box but you will need a "Tech 2" device to marry it to the vehicle.
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