Key Ignition Park Interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a Key Ignition Park Interlock which requires the shift lever to be placed in PARK before the ignition switch can be turned to the LOCK/ OFF position. The key can only be removed from the ignition when the ignition is in the LOCK/OFF position.
Once the key is removed, the shift lever is locked in PARK.
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Occupant Classification System (OCS)
The OCS is part of a Federally regulated safety system
required for this vehicle. It is designed to turn off the
passenger Advanced Front Air Bag for an empty seat and
for occupants classified i ...
Auto Unlock On Exit
When ON is selected, all doors will unlock when the
vehicle is stopped and the transmission is in the PARK or
NEUTRAL position and the driver’s door is opened. To
make your selection, press an ...
Safety
The Patriot's Latch connectors were wedged between the seat cushions and a
little tough to access, but with some elbow grease they were doable. The seat
belt buckle receptors were on stable bases, ...