1998 Lincoln Town Car starting the car

1998 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
109,000 MILES • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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IAMTHEMAN
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my key will not turn. it will not leave 1st postion.the shift lever is in park.the brake is on.iti checked fuses and relay. i think the key needs to be re programmed. thanks Terry
Mar 22, 2009 at 10:49 AM
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RICK 08
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I am not a pro mechanic but this sounds like a tumbler or worn key problem.
Try a spare key?
To the best of my understanding- if the programing were bad the key would still turn in all positions but the car would not start or only run for a short time.
Mar 28, 2009 at 3:41 PM
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