1996 Ford Thunderbird Owner's Manual - Page 109

Arming the system To arm the system, do the following steps in sequence: 1. Remove the key from the ignition. At this point, the anti-theft system automatically monitors the ignition keylock cylinder. If the lock cylinder is forcibly removed, the anti-theft alarm system will trigger. To arm the remaining portion of the system, follow steps 2-4. 2. Open any door. The alarm indicator light will start flashing to remind you to arm the system. Lock the doors by using the power door lock switch or by pressing the remote entry transmitter LOCK button. The alarm indicator will now glow steadily. 4. Close all doors. The alarm indicator light will then remain on steadily for approximately 30 seconds and then go out. When the light goes out, the system is armed. 3. NOTE: Be sure to close all doors completely. If not, the alarm indicator light will remain on. Remember, your anti-theft system is armed only after the alarm indicator light remains on steadily for approximately 30 seconds after the last door is closed, and then goes out. 106