FORD 1998 Escort - Manual (Page 44)

All transmitters must be
programmed at the same time.
Illuminated entry
Interior lamps will illuminate when
UNLOCK is pressed. The lamps
will illuminate for approximately 20
seconds or until the key is inserted
in the ignition and turned to ON or
until LOCK is pressed. The dome
lamp must be set to the DOOR
position in order for the
illuminated entry system to
operate.
ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
When armed, the anti-theft system
will help protect your vehicle from
unauthorized entry.
Arming the anti-theft system
Turn the ignition to OFF and press
the lock control on the remote
entry transmitter.
Identifying an armed system
While the system is arming, the
THEFT light in the instrument
cluster will illuminate for 30
seconds. After 30 seconds, THEFT
will flash, indicating the system is
armed.
Controls and features
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