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Ford Explorer battery dead in DIFC – need a reliable service

I'm in a bit of a spot here. Parked my Explorer in the DIFC this morning for a meeting and when I came back, the car was completely dead – no lights, no central locking, absolutely nothing. I managed to get a jump start from a colleague, but now the dash is lit up with warnings and the start-stop system isn't working, which I know is a sign the battery management system is confused. I've heard that modern Fords with their smart charging systems need the battery to be properly registered or coded to the car's computer when it's replaced, otherwise it can cause all sorts of electrical issues. Since I'm stuck here in DIFC, I'm looking for a service that can do a proper job. I've seen a few options online, including https://batteryzoneuae.com/tailored-ford-battery-replacement/, which seems to offer the full service with genuine batteries and on-site installation, but I'm not sure how long it would take them to get to me. Has anyone used a mobile battery service around this area and can recommend one that does a proper job with the registration? I really need to get this sorted today before I end up stranded again.