Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmitter Programming: Escort

2025 Mercedes Benz Sprinter 3500XD 2D Cab Chassis Extended, RWDSECTION Escort
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  1. Verify battery is fully charged and anti-theft system is not armed or triggered (if equipped). Turn ignition switch from OFF to ON position 8 times within 10 seconds, ending in ON position, or turn ignition switch from OFF to START position 4 times within 10 seconds, ending in ON position. If programming mode is successfully entered, the RAP module will lock and unlock all doors (Mexico anti-theft systems will chirp horn).
  2. Press any button on transmitter. Door locks will lock and unlock to acknowledge successful programming (Mexico anti-theft systems will chirp horn). Repeat this step to program additional transmitters. When finished programming all transmitters, turn ignition off.
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