A smart key is the type of key your 2013 Ford Explorer uses. It contains a programmed chip that communicates with your vehicle's PATS immobilizer system to verify it is an authorized key before the engine will start. It also has 5 buttons for remote lock, unlock, and other functions. Without proper programming, even a perfectly cut key will be rejected by your Ford's security system. Scam locksmiths sometimes claim your Ford needs an ECU replacement or full lock swap when a qualified tech can simply program the key through PATS.

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Q: What equipment do you use to program Ford keys?

We use professional grade tools including Autel immobilizer programmers with Ford PATS capability, Ford FDRS diagnostic software with NASTF credentials for 2021 and newer models, and Lishi HU101 picks and decoders for non-destructive entry. A tech on a Ford forum explained that even Snap-on and Launch scan tools cannot handle PATS on newer F-150s, but Ford IDS and FDRS have no issues. Some cheaper aftermarket programmers have actually removed Ford AKL functions entirely. If a locksmith cannot tell you what tool they use on your specific Ford, that is a sign they may not have the capability.

Q: What is the FCC ID for the 2013 Ford Explorer key?

The FCC ID is M3N-5WY8609, M3N5WY8609, OUC6000022, OUCD6000022, CWTWB1U331. This is the identifier printed on the back of your key fob that tells us exactly which key your vehicle requires. It ensures we match the correct blank, chip frequency, and remote protocol so the key programs correctly on the first attempt. A legitimate locksmith will ask you for this number or look it up by your VIN before arriving. If someone shows up with a generic key and tries to make it work, that is not how professional Ford key programming is done.

Q: How many reviews do you have and where can I read them?

EZ Car Keyz has verified reviews on Google and Yelp from real customers across Simi Valley, close to Strathearn Historical Park. We also have over 113,000 YouTube subscribers and 62,000 TikTok followers who watch us do this work on camera. You can see us programming Ford, Toyota, Honda, and other makes in real time on those channels. Ford owners in forums say they search Google for local mobile automotive locksmiths and compare real customer reviews before calling. Our reputation is built on years of documented work you can verify before you pick up the phone.

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I'm already in Simi Valley with Ford key blanks, transponder chips, and programming tools loaded in the van right now. I don't order parts when you call. The HU101 blanks, the older H-key blanks, the aftermarket fob housings, the CR2032 batteries, and the emergency blades are all sitting in labeled drawers six feet behind my driver's seat.

A couple at the movies near Strathearn Historical Park on a Friday night came out to find their 2013 Ford Explorer wouldn't start. The key fob was completely dead and neither of them knew about the backup start procedure. They figured they'd have to leave the car there overnight and deal with it in the morning. They called me just to ask if anything could be done that late.

I was 15 minutes away and I had the right blank for their smart key already stocked. Their fob, FCC ID M3N-5WY8609, was a 5-button remote that just needed a fresh CR2032 battery and a quick reprogram using my VVDI Key Tool. The fob's remote range came back immediately and the push-to-start responded on the first press. They both seemed pretty relieved when I told them the fix was that simple.

They drove home that Friday night. Total was 95. The dealer would have been 200 plus a wait until Monday. When everything is stocked, a call at 9pm on a Friday is the same as a call at 9am on a Tuesday.

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“They responded instantly, showed up within an hour, and arrived exactly when they said they would. Made a copy and programmed a fob for my 2014 car with a worn ignition in about 15 minutes. The new key works perfectly and feels like a dealer key.”

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Look for three things. First, a real business name, physical address, and verifiable reviews on Google and Yelp. One scam victim reported the phone numbers did not match any online listings and they could not locate the company online at all. Second, ask for a firm price on the phone for your specific Ford model. A legitimate locksmith will ask your year, make, and model and give you a comprehensive out-the-door price. Third, ask about their state license. In California, every locksmith company must have a BSIS license number they can give you on the spot.

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