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If your Ford Explorer key fob isn't
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working, don't worry. Let's go through
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some simple steps to fix it. First,
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check the battery. Most issues come from
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a dead battery inside the fob. Flip your
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key fob over. Look for a small notch and
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use a coin to gently pry it open. Once
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inside, take note of the battery type,
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Replace it with a fresh one, making sure
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the plus side faces up. Snap the fob
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back together. Still not working? Try
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getting closer to your vehicle.
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Sometimes interference or weak signal
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can cause issues, especially in crowded
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parking lots. If it's still dead, try
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reprogramming the fob. Get inside your
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Explorer, close all the doors, and put
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the key in the ignition. Turn the key
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from off to run eight times within 10
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seconds, ending on run. You should hear
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the lock cycle. That means you're in
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programming mode. Press any button on
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your fob. The lock should cycle again,
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confirming the reset. If none of these
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steps work, your fob may be damaged, or
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the issue could be with the car's
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receiver. In that case, it's best to
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visit a Ford dealership or a trusted
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auto locksmith for professional help.
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So, before you panic or call for
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expensive help, try these easy steps
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first. You might just save yourself some
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time and money. Thanks for watching.