My keyless entry is not working untill I am less then ten feet away, usually within arms reach to the drivers door. I would like to check the receivers attena but dont know where it is and have not been able to find it. Anyone know where it may be located.

Content Theft Deterrent (CTD) Description and Operation When armed, the content theft deterrent (CTD) system is designed to deter vehicle content theft by pulsing the horns and exterior lamps for approximately 30 seconds when an unauthorized vehicle entry is detected. However, the CTD system does not affect engine starting.
An unauthorized entry can be any of the following with the CTD system armed:
• When any door is opened without first being unlocked using the UNLOCK command from the keyless entry transmitter
• Unauthorized entry into the underhood area (if equipped)
• Unauthorized entry into the rear compartment
• After a battery reconnect, if the battery was disconnected with the CTD system armed
The components of the CTD system are:
• Body Control Module (BCM)
• Remote Control Door Lock Receiver (RCDLR)
• Security indicator
• Door ajar switches
• Rear compartment lid ajar switch
• Hood ajar switch (if equipped)

Arming the CTD System
Use the following procedure in order to arm the system:
Place the shift lever in P (park).
Turn OFF the ignition.
Open any door.
Important: The system is not armed if the doors are locked manually; the remote keyless entry transmitter must be used to arm the content theft deterrent (CTD) system.
Lock the doors using the LOCK button on the transmitter. The system is in standby mode and will not start the arming timer until all doors are closed.
The system will begin the arm sequence immediately after the last door is closed. If the keyless entry transmitter is used to arm the system after the vehicle doors are closed, the arm sequence will begin as soon as the LOCK command is received by the transmitter.
Locking the Vehicle Without Arming the CTD System
Locking the vehicle may be accomplished without arming the content theft deterrent (CTD) system. Use of the manual door locks or using the key to lock the doors will lock the vehicle, but will not arm the CTD system.
Disarming an Armed System/Silencing an Alarm
If system arming has been requested by the keyless entry transmitter, it must be disarmed.
Important: Using the power door unlock switch or manually unlocking the doors does not disable the content theft deterrent (CTD) arm mode. Also, disconnecting the battery or pulling fuses does not disable the arm mode, since the BCM stores the CTD mode status in memory.
• To disarm the CTD system in standby mode, perform one of the following:
- Press the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter.
- Insert a valid key into the ignition and switch to the ON position.
• To disarm the CTD system in the armed mode (non-event) or when activated (during an alarm event):
Press the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry transmitter.

your keyless entry has a battery in it but these batteries are like a flash light, they go flat

low battery = weak transmitter.

Keyless Entry
The keyless entry system consists of the following:

• smart entry control(SEC)/timer module
• keyless entry remote transmitters
• power door lock actuators
• body side door power door lock actuator
• liftgate actuator
• power door lock switches
• door ajar switches
• Principles of Operation
  All doors can be locked at once by turning the door key lock switch to the locked position. An individual door can be unlocked by moving the door key lock switch to the unlocked position and turning it again within five seconds; all the doors (including the liftgate) will unlock.
  The smart lock system is designed to keep the driver from locking his keys in the car. It will lock and then unlock all the doors if the smart entry control(SEC)/timer module detects the following conditions:
  
  • The ignition key still in the ignition.
  • A front door is open.
  • A door lock switch has been pushed to the lock position.
  The panic feature has a duration of 30 seconds from the last time the PANIC button is pressed. When locking the doors from the remote transmitter, the horn chirp/lamp flash feature can be disabled or enabled by holding the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons for two seconds. The hazards will flash three times to confirm that the feature has be enabled or disabled.

The control module probably see's an input that shouldn't be there . lock Switch , door ajar etc... Don't think it has anything to do with the remote . Some part stores have a tester to see if signal from the remote is working . Or the dealer ! Take it an see if your remote is sending a signal without you pressing any buttons .
If it is you need a new one .

The keyless entry system is controlled by the (GEM) - generic electronic module .
Keyless Entry The electronic door lock system has two main components:

• generic electronic module (GEM)(14B204)
• keyless entry remote transmitter (15K601)
• NOTE: Battery power and ground must be remove before disconnecting the GEM connectors to avoid setting false codes.
  Power Locks Operation The power locks feature allows the customer to lock and unlock the doors via momentary switches located on the driver and passenger door. When the GEM detects a momentary press of the driver or passenger lock button, the GEM will supply power to the driver or passenger lock actuators for approximately 250 ms from relays internal to the GEM. When the GEM detects a momentary press of the driver or passenger unlock button, the GEM will supply power to the driver or passenger unlock actuators for approximately 250 ms from relays internal to the GEM.
  Remote Keyless Entry Door Locks Operation The remote entry feature allows the customer to unlock the driver door, unlock all doors, and lock all doors using a valid remote transmitter as long as the ignition switch is not in RUN or START. The driver door is unlocked whenever the GEM detects a valid remote transmitter unlock transmission. All the doors are unlocked when the GEM detects a second valid remote transmitter unlock transmission within three seconds of the first transmission. All the doors are locked when the GEM detects a valid remote transmitter lock transmission. If the GEM detects a second valid remote transmitter lock transmission within three seconds of the first transmission, the doors will lock again, the horn will sound for 20 ms and the parking lamps will flash for 200 ms to indicate the doors are locked. If the GEM detects the driver or passenger door is ajar during the second lock transmission, the doors are locked again and the horn is sounded twice. If the GEM detects a valid remote transmitter lock transmission within three seconds of detecting a valid remote transmitter unlock transmission, the GEM will lock all the doors
• • The doors do not lock/unlock using the remote transmitter
  • Ignition switch.
  • GEM.
  • Remote transmitter.
  • Remote transmitter batteries.
  • GO to Pinpoint Test C .
  You followed the program instructions to the letter ? Programming -Keyless Entry Remote Transmitter NOTE: All keyless entry remote transmitters (15K601) must be programmed at the same time.
  NOTE: All previous transmitter identification codes (TIC's) will be erased when programming mode is entered.
  NOTE: To program (or reprogram) the keyless entry remote transmitters into the generic electronic module (GEM)(14B204), perform the following steps.
  
  1. Turn the ignition from OFF to RUN eight times within 10 seconds, ending in RUN. If the GEM has successfully entered program mode, it will lock and unlock all the doors.
  1. NOTE: The first TIC must be entered within 7.5 seconds of entering the program mode and additional TICs must be entered within 7.5 seconds of the first TIC. The programming mode is exited whenever the timing constraints are not met.
     Press any button on a keyless entry remote transmitter, and the doors will lock and then unlock to confirm that each keyless entry remote transmitter has been programmed.
  1. If the door locks do not respond for any keyless entry remote transmitter, wait for several seconds and press the button again.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, or wait up to five minutes after step 1, to exit program mode. If a keyless entry remote transmitter has been programmed (or reprogrammed), the GEM will lock and unlock all the doors one last time.
  1. Take an have the vehicle checked for DTC'S

B1396 Power Door Lock Circuit Short to Battery GEM GO to Pinpoint Test B . B1397 Power Door Unlock Circuit Short to Battery GEM

Try reprogramming the remotes. Here are the instructions for the procedure. Hope it helps. Cobra!
Programming NOTE: All keyless entry remote transmitters (15K601) must be programmed at the same time.
NOTE: To program (or reprogram) the keyless entry remote transmitters into the RAP module, perform the following steps:

1. Make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed or triggered.

1. Turn the ignition switch (11572) from OFF to RUN eight times within ten seconds, ending in RUN. If the RAP module has successfully entered program mode, it will lock and then unlock all doors.

1. Within 20 seconds, press any button on a keyless entry remote transmitter, and the doors will lock and then unlock to confirm that each keyless entry remote transmitter has been programmed. Repeat this step for each transmitter.

1. If the door locks do not respond for any keyless entry remote transmitter, wait several seconds and press the button again. If the door locks still fail to respond, refer to Inspection and Verification.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, or wait up to 20 seconds after step 2, to exit program mode. If a keyless entry remote transmitter has been programmed (or reprogrammed), the RAP module will lock and unlock all doors one last time to confirm.

I have the 1995-97 Lincoln Continental Alarm, Remote Starter, Keyless Entry Wiring, review it:




Hope helped.

it's in owner manual. But, first you have to enter your original code and it must work. then you press the 1 button and then enter a new 5 digit code, then press the 1 button again.

Keyless Entry Keypad To unlock the driver front door (20124) , and disarm the anti-theft alarm control (19A366) , (if equipped):

• Enter the permanent factory code.
• Enter the owner's alternate code.

To unlock the passenger door(s), press the 3/4 button within five seconds of unlocking the driver door or luggage compartment. To unlock the luggage compartment door (40110), press the 5/6 button within five seconds of unlocking driver or passenger door(s). To turn on the courtesy lamps and light all illuminated components, lift either front door handle (22404) or press any button on the keyless entry keypad (14A626) . To lock all doors, press the 7/8 and 9/0 buttons at the same time with all doors closed. (It is not necessary to enter the key code first.) This will turn off courtesy lamps and arm anti-theft alarm control (if equipped). To program an alternate code:

1. Enter the five digit permanent entry code into keyless entry keypad .

1. Within five seconds of pressing last button of permanent code, press the 1/2 button within five seconds of pressing the last button of the permanent code.

1. Enter any alternate five digit code within five seconds of pressing 1/2 button.
   • Enter a sixth digit as follows to indicate operator's memory seat setting to be set by alternate code:
     • 9/0 — no memory recall
     • 1/2 — memory seat position 1
     • 3/4 — memory seat position 2
     • 5/6 — memory seat position 3
   • After successful programming, the doors will signal by locking and then unlocking.

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• Keyless Entry Keypad Does Not Work Properly

• Circuit.
• Keyless entry keypad.
• Electronic door lock control processor.

Open Fuses:

• Town Car and Crown Victoria/Grand Marquis
• Power Distribution Box (under hood)- K, 40A (Maxi)
• Instrument Panel Fuse Panel - 17 (10A), 10 (20A), 8 (15A), 5 (15A) and 4 (10A)

Loose Connectors

Corroded Connectors

Programming a key fob is all about timing. You are most likely doing everything correctly, just not in the correct time sequence. Keep at it, it might take you a dozen times, but you can get it. A tip is to do it as quickly as possible.

Here are the programming instructions:

*** THERE ARE 2 POSSIBLE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. ***Procedure #1Note: Obtain all remote transmitters for this vehicle.
Note: Do not depress the brake pedal during procedure.

1. Turn ignition from OFF to RUN 8 times within 10 seconds, with the 8th time ending in RUN. Door locks will cycle to confirm programming mode. (Off is the position where you can remove your key, RUN is the position just shy of starting your car.)
2. Within 20 seconds press any button on the first keyless remote to be programmed. Door locks will cycle to confirm programming. If you only have one remote then skip to step 4.
3. Within 20 seconds, press any button on the second keyless remote. Door locks will cycle again to confirm programming. Repeat step 3. For all other remotes.
4. Turn ignition to OFF. Locks will again cycle to indicate end of programming mode.
   
   Procedure #2Note: Obtain all remote transmitters for this vehicle.
5. Fasten seat belts and close all doors.
6. Turn ignition from OFF to RUN 4 times within 6 seconds, with the 4th time ending in RUN. (Off is the position where you can remove your key, RUN is the position just shy of starting your car.)
7. Turn ignition to OFF. Acoustic signal will sound and system warning lamp will illuminate to confirm programming mode.
8. Within 10 seconds, press and hold any button on the first keyless remote. Wait for acoustic sound and warning lamp to flash (confirming programming) then release button on remote. Wait 2 seconds but within 10 seconds repeat step 4. For all other remotes. If you only have one remote then continue to step 5.
9. Turn ignition to Crank or wait 10 seconds to end programming mode.

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SECTION 501-14B: Keyless Entry/Computer Operated Locks 1999 Town Car Workshop Manual GENERAL PROCEDURES Programming —Keyless Entry Keypad Code

1. Enter the permanent factory keyless entry keypad code.

1. Press the 1/2 button within five seconds to activate the programming mode. Holding the 1/2 button for more than two seconds will erase all stored customer codes. The existing codes do not need to be erased to program new codes.

1. Enter the new five-digit keyless entry keypad code.

1. To associate the new code with personality positions 1, 2 or 3, press the 1/2 button within 5 seconds of entering the 5th digit of the new code for position 1 or 3/4 button for position 2 or 5/6 for position 3. The door locks will lock and unlock confirming the new code is programmed.

1. If another code is to be programmed, begin entering the code within 5 seconds of the last button pressed.

1. After all new keyless entry codes are programmed:
   • Press keyless entry keypad buttons 7/8 and 9/0 at the same time to exit the program mode.
   • Wait for 5 seconds; the driver door module (DDM) will exit the program mode automatically.
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Programming —Transmitter

1. Cycle the ignition from OFF to RUN four times within three seconds. The locks will then lock and unlock, confirming program mode has been entered.

1. NOTE: When the first keyless entry remote transmitter is programmed, all other keyless entry remote transmitters are erased.
   Press any button on the transmitter to be programmed.

1. If additional keyless entry remote transmitters are to be programmed, repeat step 2 within 7.5 seconds.

1. To exit program mode, turn the ignition to START or wait 7.5 seconds.

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Programming —Remote Memory Activation NOTE: This procedure must be completed within 5 seconds.

1. Press the SET button on the driver door panel.

1. Press any button on the keyless entry remote transmitter to be associated with a memory setting.

1. Press the 1 or 2 memory button on the driver door panel.

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Programming —Autolock and Horn Chirp

1. NOTE: This procedure must be completed within 30 seconds.
   Turn the ignition switch to RUN.

1. Press the UNLOCK button three times.

1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.

1. Press the UNLOCK button three times.

1. Turn the ignition switch to RUN. The doors will lock and unlock to confirm entry into program mode.

1. Press the UNLOCK button once to toggle the Autolock feature on or off, or twice to toggle the Horn Chirp function on or off. The horn will chirp to confirm toggling of the Autolock feature.

1. Exit program mode by turning the ignition to OFF, START, or wait 7.5 seconds.

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