Keys

98 is the first year the Town Car used the PATS (passive anti theft system), the powertrain control module needs to be programmed to accept any new transponder key. There is a diagnostic procedure that needs to be carried out to have it accept a new key. You would have to check with any locksmith shop if they can do it, or take it back to the dealership.

Best to go to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to get it done correctly the first time - a little more $s but they have the capability to program new FORD / LINCOLN "blanks" properly.

I have a 2003 Lincoln Town car when it starts it cut back off I done did everything some one told me about a chip in I need a computer is that right that my chip need to be updated

I have a 1998 Lincoln Town Car and the PATS has lost it memory and the car will not start. Is there away to totally bypass, would like to use the car for a demo derby, but was told the PATS has gone back. Would like to just bypass it to start and run the car without going to dealer

yes jack2741 open driver door key turn to on position disconnect positive battery terminal thirty seconds start your car