1998 Explorer uses a PATS II system with a transponder in the keyhead.
yes but if the key has a chip in it then you will have to go to a dealership for tehm to program you a new one.
On a 1995 Ford Explorer : No ( at least my 1995 Ford Explorer XLT doesn't )
yes
On a 1998 Ford Explorer : Yes ( as long as none of the key cylinders has been changed )
yes
yes
Call the Dealer, the keys are programmable only buy the Ford dealer.
Before 1998 - no. 1998 and after - yes.
Its a programmable chip inside of the key .
No. None of the explorers of that era do. It provably does have a security system though. There are plenty sights on how that works.
no.........
On my 1996 Explorer, when you set the park brake, the DRL lights shut off.