How To Change Battery In 2013 Ford Explorer Key Fob. Note the battery on the back cover. Leverage this off with a coin or flathead screwdriver to gain access to two 3-volt batteries.

Insert the new battery with facing downward and the - facing upward. Remove Cables - How to disconnect the cables the right way. Remove the back of the fob to reveal a second panel equipped with a metal back-up key.
Use the metal key to pry away the back cover.
Press the release switch and slide out the metal key with your fingernail. The first step is to locate the notch in the bottom left corner of the combination car key and remote control fob closest to the red Panic button. After reading a bit online it looks like I should try to hold the fob - Answered by a verified Ford Mechanic. Remove the back of the fob to reveal a second panel equipped with a metal back-up key.
