Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry; Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry - Ford Escape 2009 Owner's Manual

Locks and Security
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:
• the ignition is turned to the on position, or
• the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed, or
• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad (if equipped), or
• after 25 seconds of illumination.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
• any door is open.

Perimeter lamps illuminated entry

With the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the following items will
illuminate when the (unlock) control on the transmitter is pressed:
• Head lamps
• Park lamps
• Tail lamps
The lamps will automatically turn off:
• if the ignition switch is turned to the on position, or
• the IKT
control is pressed, or
• after 25 seconds of illumination.
Note: On some vehicles, the perimeter lamps illuminated entry feature
will not activate in daylight conditions.

Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry

You may enable/disable this feature by having your vehicle serviced by
your authorized dealer.
You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to
enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature. Note: Before starting, ensure
the ignition is in the 1 (off) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You
must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have
to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum
of 30 seconds before beginning again.
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