2018 Ford Explorer
Emergency Key Replacement in Ventura County

Q: How do I know you are not a scam locksmith?

Scam locksmiths are a real problem for Ford owners especially. One person got locked out and the locksmith opened the car without ever confirming the price, then charged $129 and disappeared behind untraceable phone numbers with no online listing. An F-150 owner searching for a key replacement said all they found on marketplace were scammers trying to get personal info. EZ Car Keyz has over 100,000 followers across YouTube and TikTok where you can watch us do exactly this work on Ford and other vehicles. We give you a firm price on the phone, show up in a marked vehicle, and the price does not change.

Q: Will the replacement key work exactly like the original?

Yes. We program the transponder through the PATS security system, sync the remote lock, unlock, and all other functions specific to your 2018 Ford Explorer smart key. The key is tested on every function before we leave. A Ford tech warned that many aftermarket keys from Amazon only unlock doors but will not start the engine because they operate on the wrong frequency. We stock Ford-correct keys verified for your exact model year so that does not happen.

Q: What battery does the 2018 Ford Explorer key fob use?

The 2018 Ford Explorer uses a CR2450 or CR2032 battery. You can pick one up at most auto parts stores or pharmacies for a few dollars. When we make a replacement key, we always install a fresh battery so you are starting with a full charge. If your Ford is showing key not detected or the fob seems weak, try a fresh name brand battery before assuming the key needs to be replaced. One Explorer owner fixed the issue by simply reseating the battery in the fob.

Q: What happens if something goes wrong after you leave?

Every key we make comes with a warranty covering both the hardware and the programming. If the key stops working, you call us and we take care of it. One Ford owner spent five days waiting at the dealer for a key programming job, paid more than expected, and then had to troubleshoot the issue themselves using a YouTube video. A Ford dealer tech admitted they charge the programming fee even if an aftermarket key fails to program. With us, if there is an issue, we come back out and make it right.

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2018 Ford Explorer Smart key Replacement - Fast, Affordable & Professional

The dealer timeline for a 2018 Ford Explorer key replacement is measured in days. You call, they check the schedule, and the earliest opening might be two or three business days out. Then you tow the car in, they order the key blank if they don't stock it, and you wait. Some dealers quote 3 to 5 business days from first call to keys in hand.

A dad at daycare pickup in Simi Valley called the dealer on a Monday. His Explorer needed a new smart key and they told him Thursday. He had a toddler, no backup vehicle, and three days without a car wasn't going to work.

I was at the daycare lot that same Monday afternoon. I connected my Smart Pro and ran the Ford smart key programming sequence. His fob, FCC ID M3N-A2C931426, was a 5-button proximity key that I cut, programmed, and tested on-site. Lock, unlock, push to start, all confirmed.

Monday call, Monday fix. His total was 281. Dealer quoted 478 plus a tow. He picked up his kid that afternoon like nothing happened.

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Are you licensed and insured to work on Ford vehicles?▼

Yes. EZ Car Keyz is a California BSIS licensed locksmith company (LCO#6792), fully insured, and NASTF Vehicle Security Professional certified. That NASTF certification means we have been vetted to access manufacturer security data for Ford and other makes. Ford's PATS system on newer models requires security credentials that most general locksmiths do not have. We operate under a real business name with a physical presence, verifiable reviews, and over eight years of experience.

How do I know you are not a scam locksmith?▼

Will the replacement key work exactly like the original?▼

What battery does the 2018 Ford Explorer key fob use?▼

What happens if something goes wrong after you leave?▼

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