Having trouble with your 1996 Lincoln car remote? It can be frustrating when your key fob stops working, leaving you struggling with manual locks. Fortunately, programming or reprogramming your Lincoln Town Car remote is a straightforward process you can often handle yourself. This guide provides a simple, step-by-step walkthrough to get your keyless entry system back in action.
Programming Your 1996 Lincoln Car Remote: A Step-by-Step Guide
Before you begin, you’ll need to locate your Lincoln’s permanent keyless entry code. This 5-digit code is crucial for initiating the programming sequence. It’s typically found in one of three places:
- Owner’s Manual Package: Check for a keyless entry code card within your owner’s manual package.
- Trunk Label: Look for a computer-printed label inside the trunk, often on the right side lift-support arm.
- Keyless Entry Control Module: This module (part number F6AB-13C791-AA) is located in the driver’s door and may have the code on it.
Once you have your 5-digit code, follow these steps to program your 1996 Lincoln car remote:
Step 1: Enter the Permanent Code
Go to your Lincoln Town Car and locate the keyless entry keypad on the driver’s side door. Enter your 5-digit permanent code into the keypad.
Step 2: Initiate Programming Mode
After entering the code, press the “1-2” button on the keypad. If successful, the door locks will cycle, locking and then unlocking. This indicates that your Lincoln Town Car has entered the key fob programming mode and is ready to learn the signal from your remote transmitter.
Step 3: Program the First Remote
Within 7 seconds of the door locks cycling, take your first remote key fob and press any button. If the programming is successful for this remote, the door locks will cycle again (lock/unlock) to confirm.
Step 4: Program Additional Remotes (Optional)
If you have additional remotes you want to program (you can program up to 4 remotes per car), repeat Step 3 with each additional remote. Remember to do this within 7 seconds of the previous successful programming confirmation (door lock cycle).
Step 5: Exit Programming Mode
To finalize the programming process and exit the programming mode, simultaneously press the “7-8” and “9-0” buttons on the driver’s door keypad. Alternatively, if you do nothing for 7 seconds after the last remote programming, the system will automatically exit programming mode.
Alt text: Programming a 1996 Lincoln Town Car remote using the door keypad, key fob in hand.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Battery Check: Ensure your remote key fob has a good battery. The 1996 Lincoln Town Car remote typically uses a CR1616 battery. Make sure to install it with the ‘+’ side facing down against the plastic.
- Timing: The 7-second window between steps is crucial. If the locks don’t cycle, you might be too slow. Try the process again, ensuring you press the buttons within the time limit.
- Code Accuracy: Double-check that you’ve entered the correct 5-digit permanent code. An incorrect code will prevent you from entering programming mode.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully program your 1996 Lincoln car remote and regain the convenience of keyless entry. If you continue to experience issues, it might be worth consulting a professional mechanic or your local Lincoln dealer for further assistance.
