The 2017 Ford Explorer's key fob or transmitter battery can be changed by separating the back and front sides of the fob. Turn over the Explorer's key to locate a small switch at the top of the plastic panel. Depress with finger or a small flathead screwdriver to release. Remove the back of the fob to reveal a second panel equipped with a metal back-up key. Leverage this off with a coin or flathead screwdriver to gain access to two 3-volt batteries. The 3-volt CR2025's can be purchased from any general retailer and are the same batteries used in watches and small mechanical devices. Pop out the Explorer's two used CR2025's using the same flathead screwdriver and replace. Repeat steps in reverse order to close the remote.
Melinda J.
April 9, 2020
Start by removing remote plastic cover. Put the side cover on the bottom. The batteries are not yet to be seen. Insert a flat screwdriver into the slot and twist for remote opening. You should be able to pry out the key fob two bits. Remove the battery first. You will see a white piece of paper underneath it. Remove the paper, and remove the battery from the bottom. Swap batteries for both. To pop the batteries, use a flat screwdriver. Slide in two new batteries on the cr2025. Make sure you face the negative-) (side.
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