This largely depends on whether or not You need the keys progRammed. If You already have two keys, You can purchase a third key from a reputable vendor for $50 to $150, and progRam it Yourself. Simply insert one of the keys, set the ignition to Run, turn off the car and then, repeat the process with each new key to sync it to the car. If You dont have two keys already, Youll need a dealership or a locksmith to progRam the keys manually. In that case, Youll likely need to pay for thirty minutes to an hour of labor. The price of that can vary dRamatically depending on Your locality, so its best to call ahead to get an idea of the prices.
The cost of a replacement key depends on the year of your ford explorer, since the oldest models work without a transponder, and more recent explorers use a remote key fob, while mid-year models have transponder keys; price of a replacement runs from under $100 to several hundreds.
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