1998 Ford Escort Owner's Manual - Page 44
1998 Ford Escort Manual
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Controls and features 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. 44