Ford Explorer: Remote Control / Replacing the Battery

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Owners Manual / Keys and Remote Controls / Remote Control / Replacing the Battery

Note: Refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries.

Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board.

Note: Replacing the battery does not erase the programmed key from your vehicle. Your remote control should operate normally.

A message appears in the information display when the remote control battery is low. See Information Messages.

Integrated Keyhead Transmitter

The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery.

Press the button to release the key blade before beginning the procedure.

Insert a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, in the position shown and gently push the clip.
Press the clip down to release the battery cover.
Carefully remove the cover.

Note: Do not touch the battery contacts or the printed circuit board with the screwdriver.
Insert the screwdriver as shown to release the battery.
Remove the battery.
Install a new battery with the + facing upward.
Reinstall the battery cover.

Intelligent Access Key

The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery.

Push the release button and pull the key blade out.
Twist a thin coin under the tab hidden behind the key blade head to remove the battery cover.
Insert a suitable tool, for example a screwdriver, in the position shown and carefully remove the battery.
Install a new battery with the + facing upward.
Reinstall the battery housing cover onto the transmitter and install the key blade.

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