Ford Explorer Key Replacement
Lost or need a spare key for your Ford Explorer? Our mobile locksmith cuts and programs it at your location in Las Vegas — no dealer tow, no after-hours surcharge, firm price before any work starts.
Replacing the key for a Ford Explorer costs about $270 all-in with Rhinox — cut and programmed at your vehicle, usually in 20–30 minutes. No dealer tow and no after-hours surcharge. Las Vegas 24/7 — call (702) 356-0352.
The Ford Explorer has spanned over three decades and six generations (1993–2025), meaning the key technology ranges from a basic transponder key on early models all the way to a push-button Smart Key with PEPS remote on the latest trims. With 41 distinct key variants on hand — including Remote Flip Keys, Remote Head Keys, Keyless Entry Remotes, and Smart Keys across FCC IDs like M3N-A2C931423, CWTWB1U345, and M3N5WY8610 — our Las Vegas mobile locksmith team can cut and program the exact unit your Explorer needs on the spot. No dealership appointment, no tow truck, no waiting.
Keys that fit your Ford Explorer
Match your key to the photos — the FCC number is printed on the back. We program the exact one on-site.
Smart Key4-button · 2023–2025FCC: M3N-A3C108397
Smart Key5-button · 2024–2025FCC: M3N-A3C108397
Smart Key5-button · 2022–2024FCC: M3N-A3C054339
Remote Flip Key3-button · 2016–2022FCC: N5F-A08TAA
Smart Key5-button · 2018–2022FCC: M3N-A2C93142600
Smart Key5-button · 2018–2022FCC: M3N-A2C931426
Smart Key4-button · 2018–2022FCC: M3N-A2C931423
Smart Key4-button · 2018–2022FCC: M3N-A2C93142300
Smart Key3-button · 2018–2022FCC: M3N-A2C93142300
Smart Key4-button · 2018–2022FCC: M3N-A2C931426
Smart Key5-button · 2011–2021FCC: M3N5WY8609
Remote Flip Key4-button · 2016–2019FCC: N5F-A08TAA
Smart Key5-button · 2016–2017FCC: M3N-A2C31243300
Smart Key4-button · 2016–2017FCC: M3N-A2C31243300
Smart Key4-button · 2016–2017FCC: M3N-A2C31243800
Keyless Entry Remote3-button · 2016–2017FCC: CWTWB1U0009
Remote Flip Key3-button · 2016–2017FCC: M3N-A2C31243800
Smart Key3-button · 2016FCC: M3N-A2C31243800
Keyless Entry Remote3-button · 1998–2015FCC: CWTWB1U345
Remote Head Key4-button · 2001–2015FCC: CWTWB1U331
Remote Head Key3-button · 2001–2015FCC: CWTWB1U793
Remote Head Key4-button · 2007–2015FCC: CWTWB1U793
Remote Head Key4-button · 2003–2015
Remote Head Key5-button · 2012–2015FCC: CWTWB1U793
Remote Head Key4-button · 2013–2015FCC: OUC6000022
Smart Key4-button · 2011–2015FCC: M3N5WY8609
Smart Key5-button · 2011–2015FCC: M3N5WY8610
Remote Head Key5-button · 2012–2015FCC: OUCD6000022
Remote Head Key6-button · 2003–2015FCC: X32-RHKFO
Remote Head Key3-button · 2003–2015
Remote Flip Key4-button · 1998–2012FCC: CWTWB1U331
Keyless Entry Remote4-button · 1998–2012FCC: CWTWB1U311
Remote Head Key3-button · 2001–2012FCC: OUCD6000022
Remote Head Key4-button · 2007–2012FCC: OUCD6000022
Keyless Entry Remote4-button · 2000–2010FCC: CWTWB1U331
Keyless Entry Remote4-button · 2002–2010FCC: CWTWB1U322
Keyless Entry Remote3-button · 1998–2006FCC: CWTWB1U331
Keyless Entry Remote4-button · 1993–1997FCC: GQ43VT4T
Keyless Entry Remote3-button · 1993–1997FCC: GQ43VT4T
Transponder Keyno buttons · 1998–2025
Emergency Keyno buttons · 1996–2017Key replacement by year
Which Key Type Does Your Ford Explorer Use?
The answer depends on the model year. 1993–1995 Explorers typically use a basic Emergency Key or early transponder with no remote. Mid-generation models (roughly 1996–2010) moved to standalone Keyless Entry Remotes and Transponder Keys on FCC IDs such as CWTWB1U311, GQ43VT4T, and OUC6000022 at 315 MHz. Later generations stepped up to Remote Flip Keys and Remote Head Keys, while 2020–2025 Explorers use a full Smart Key system with FCC IDs like M3N-A3C108397 operating at 902 MHz for passive entry and push-button start. Knowing your exact year and trim before you call lets us load the correct one of our 41 stocked variants and get you driving faster — see all key fob options we program.
Lost All Your Explorer Keys? Here's What Happens Next
Losing every key to your Explorer is the worst-case scenario because the vehicle's immobilizer has no working key to reference during programming — a process called 'all-keys-lost' — which requires specialized EEPROM or OBD pin-read equipment that dealers often charge a premium for. Our mobile units carry that equipment and come to your Las Vegas location 24/7, so there is no need to flat-bed the SUV to a dealership. If you are already locked out, our car lockout service gets the door open first so we can then cut and program the replacement key right there in your driveway or parking lot. The all-in installed price shown above covers the complete service — parts and labor.
What Changes the Price and How to Get It Done Fast in Las Vegas
Three things shift the final cost: the key type your specific Explorer requires (a basic transponder costs far less than a 902 MHz Smart Key), whether you need one key or a spare set, and whether it is an all-keys-lost situation requiring extra labor. Our key parts start at roughly $3 for the component alone; the installed price shown above reflects the complete on-site job with no hidden fees. To move as fast as possible, have your VIN and proof of ownership ready when you call or request service here — that lets us pull the correct FCC ID and cut the blade before we even arrive. We run 24-hour locksmith service in Las Vegas every day, so a late-night lost-key situation on the Strip or a morning lockout in Summerlin gets the same fast response.
Ford Explorer key questions
How much does a 1993–2025 Ford Explorer key replacement cost?
A replacement key for a 1993–2025 Ford Explorer typically runs around $270 installed by our mobile technician — cut, programmed, and tested at your location in Las Vegas. The firm price is confirmed on-site before any work starts; there is no after-hours surcharge.
Can you make a Ford Explorer key without the original?
Yes. Even with all keys lost, we can originate a new key for your Ford Explorer by accessing the immobilizer directly — no dealer tow required. It costs a bit more than copying an existing key, so keeping a spare is the cheapest insurance.
Do you program push-to-start smart keys for the Ford Explorer?
Yes — we cut and program proximity smart keys (FCC M3N-A3C108397, M3N-A3C054339, N5F-A08TAA, M3N-A2C93142600) on-site, so your Explorer starts and locks normally before we leave.
Which key does my 1993–2025 Ford Explorer use?
Depending on the exact build, your Explorer uses one of: Smart Key, Remote Flip Key, Keyless Entry Remote, Remote Head Key. Match your key to the photos above, or send us the FCC number printed on the back and we'll load the right one.
Can a locksmith program a Ford Explorer Smart Key without going to the dealer?
Yes. A qualified automotive locksmith with the right diagnostic equipment can program Smart Keys for 2020–2025 Ford Explorers using the same OBD-level tools the dealer uses. Our Las Vegas mobile service carries the hardware needed for FCC IDs like M3N-A3C108397 and M3N-A2C931423, so programming is done on-site at the installed price shown above. No dealer visit or tow is required.
How do I know which FCC ID my Ford Explorer key fob uses?
The FCC ID is printed on the back label of your existing remote — look for identifiers like CWTWB1U793, M3N5WY8610, or OUCD6000022, depending on your model year and trim. If you have no working key to reference, provide your full VIN when you contact us and we will cross-reference it against our records for your exact Explorer variant. We stock 41 distinct Explorer key variants, so we can identify and supply the correct one quickly.
How long does Ford Explorer key replacement take with a mobile locksmith in Las Vegas?
For most Explorer key types, the full cut-and-program process takes 20–45 minutes on-site once the technician arrives. All-keys-lost situations on newer Explorers with Smart Key systems can take slightly longer due to the additional security steps required. We dispatch 24/7 across the Las Vegas valley — including the Strip, Henderson, Summerlin, and North Las Vegas — so response time is typically under an hour.
Get your Ford Explorer key today
A mobile technician comes to you, cuts and programs the key, and confirms the firm price first. Same price day or night.