Mercury 1996 Cougar Manual page 103

Using the Illuminated Entry System
(If equipped)
The interior lights turn on when you lift the
outside door handle on either front door when
you press UNLOCK, TRUNK, or PANIC on a
programmed remote entry transmitter if your
vehicle is equipped with remote entry.
These lights automatically turn off after 25
seconds or when you turn the ignition key to
ON or ACC. The inside lights will not turn off if
you have turned them on manually or if a door
is open.
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