2001 Saab 9-5 Key broke off in ignition

2001 SAAB 9-5
110,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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Can I just replace the ignition, or do I have to replace the whole security system. If so, can the old system be reprogrammed? This is a very costly repair, and I need alternatives
May 27, 2009 at 8:08 PM
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The key can be extracted.

Take a coping saw blade and grind the blade at one end to a point . You grind off the back of the blade keeping the teeth intact.

Taper the grind over an inch or two long.

The other end tape with duct or electrical tape to use as a handle.

The teeth should be pointed into a pulling direction towards the handle.

Fish the tool into the switch and pull out the broken key.
May 27, 2009 at 8:27 PM
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