1997 Mercury Mountaineer Owner's Manual - Page 41
1997 Mercury Mountaineer Manual
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Controls and features liftgate will unlock when the key is returned to the vertical position (position of key before removal). This feature can be activated by all outside locks on vehicles equipped with keyless entry. Illuminated entry Interior lamps illuminate when either outside front door handle is lifted, unlocked with the keyless entry keypad or the UNLOCK button is pressed on the remote entry transmitter (see Remote entry system or Keyless entry system for further information). The system will automatically turn off after 25 seconds or when the ignition switch is turned to START or ON position. The inside lights will not turn off if you have turned them on with the dimmer thumbwheel or if any door is open. However, the battery saver will turn them off after ten minutes. See Battery saver for more information. 41