Mercury 1997 Cougar Manual page 93

Using the Illuminated Entry System
(If equipped)
The interior lights turn on when you lift the
outside door handle on the driver's side door or
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 opened.
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