1996 Ford Ranger Owner's Manual - Page 107

Features Battery Saver When the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will turn off battery voltage to all of these lights after 40 minutes: glove box, engine compartment, overhead console, mirror, courtesy and interior (including cargo) lamps. This will prevent draining of the battery if these lights have been left on inadvertently or if a door is not completely closed. Battery voltage to these lamps will be restored when the remote entry transmitter is used, any door is opened, or the ignition key is turned on again. Anti-Theft Alarm System (If equipped) When armed, this system helps protect your vehicle against break-ins or theft. When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system triggers and will: s flash the parking lamps and theft indicator lamp s honk the horn s disable the starting circuit to prevent the vehicle from being started Arming the System The system is ready to arm any time the ignition switch is turned OFF and the alarm is not triggered or sounding. Any of the following events will prearm the anti-theft system: s Pressing the remote entry transmitter LOCK button to lock the doors (with the doors open or closed), s Opening a door and pressing the power door lock button to lock the doors. 107