HELP.HELP.2000 rl remote

OK guys my remote is acting up you have to hit the lock or unlock button 5 times exact for it to work.So i order a new 1 from acura all # match so it is the right one.I turn the key on and off 4 times each time pressing the unlock button to reprogram the new remote but it want program.The doors unlock and cherp on the 4th time but the new remote want program and the old one you still have to hit it 5 times for it to work.Sometimes the old 1 will work for a few days on the 1st press but then it goes back to having to press it 5 times to work.PLEASE HELP WHAT AM I DOING WRONG.I reprogram remotes all the time on chevy,fords,honda.But this one is kickin my butt