2010 Jeep Patriot Owner's Manual - Page 15

14 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE CAUTION! An unlocked car is an invitation to thieves. Always remove the key from the ignition and lock all the doors when leaving the vehicle unattended. Locking Doors With A Key You can insert the key with either side up. To lock the door, turn the key to the right. To unlock the door, turn the key to the left. Refer to "Maintenance Procedures" in "Maintaining Your Vehicle" for further information. SENTRY KEY The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthorized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The system does not need to be armed or activated. Operation is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The system uses ignition keys that have an embedded electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are programmed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate the vehicle. The system will shut the engine off in two seconds if someone uses an invalid key to try to start the Key-In-Ignition Reminder Opening the driver's door when the key is in the ignition engine. and the ignition position is LOCK or ACC, sounds a NOTE: A key that has not been programmed is also signal to remind you to remove the key. considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the NOTE: With the driver's door open and the key in the ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle. ignition, the power door locks will not lock and Remote During normal operation, after turning on the ignition Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter will not function. switch, the Vehicle Security Light will turn on for three