Replacing The Batteries - Lincoln 1997 Town Car Owner's Manual

Replacing the Batteries

The remote entry transmitter is powered by two
coin type three-volt lithium 1616 batteries
(included) that should last for several years of
normal use. If you notice a significant decrease in
operating range, the batteries should be replaced.
Replacement batteries can be purchased at most
pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
NOTE: The operating range of the remote entry
system can also be affected by weather conditions
(such as very cold temperatures) or structures
around the vehicle (buildings, other vehicles, radio
and TV towers, etc.). Typical operating range will
allow you to be up to 33 feet (10 meters) away
from your vehicle.
The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the
batteries by twisting a thin coin between the two
halves of the transmitter. DO NOT TAKE THE
FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART.
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When installing the new batteries, be sure to place
the positive (+) side down as marked. Snap the two
halves back together.
Replacement/additional transmitters
In the event a transmitter is lost, a new one may
be purchased from your dealer. To program the
new transmitter:
Additional transmitters may be purchased from your
dealer (remote entry system will work with up to
four transmitters). To program additional
transmitters to your vehicle, use the following
procedure for replacement transmitters.
1. Enter the factory keyless entry code. Your
personal code will not allow programming.
2. Press the 1/2 button.