2017 Ford Explorer
Key Replacement - Save vs Dealer in San Diego
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2017 Ford Explorer Smart Key Replacement - Fast, Affordable & Professional
Worst case on a 2017 Ford Explorer is an all-keys-lost smart key where the car battery dies during programming and the body control module throws errors. It happens more than you'd think. A power interruption mid-security-handshake can lock the BCM into a fault state that makes some locksmiths pack up and tell you to tow it to the dealer.
A customer at a mechanic shop in Rancho Bernardo had exactly that situation. Another locksmith had attempted a key replacement on his Explorer, the car battery dropped voltage during programming, and the BCM went into security lockout. The other tech left. The mechanic called me.
I brought my ACDP bench tool as backup. I stabilized the battery with my jump pack first, then cleared the fault codes with my IM608 before starting a clean programming sequence. His smart key, FCC ID M3N-A2C31243300, was a 5-button proximity fob. The "key not detected" error cleared once the BCM reset, and the new fob learned on the first attempt. I showed the shop team what went wrong so they'd know to warn customers about battery voltage if it ever came up again.
Total job time was about an hour and a half, which is longer than normal. His bill was $255. The alternative was a flatbed to the dealer, a multi-day wait, and $438 or more. I carry backup tools and backup power specifically for when the first approach hits a wall.
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“The dealership quoted me $600 for a new Honda key. EZ Car Keyz did it for $225, same day, cut and programmed at my house. Works perfectly. Everyone should know this is an option.”
“A+ service at an even better price. Tim was a lifesaver. I lost my original and only key for my Audi and he was willing to come to my location at 8pm the same day. He worked fast, communicated clearly, and made sure everything worked before leaving.”
“I called over 40 locksmiths trying to get a key made for my Audi A6 and nobody could do it. Tim made it easy, fast, and affordable. He showed up with a smile and got the job done without any stress. Absolute wizard with keys.”
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