2010 Jeep Patriot Owner's Manual - Page 291

290 STARTING AND OPERATING STARTING PROCEDURES NOTE: Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both • The engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts. pressed to the floor. WARNING! Never leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving unattended children in a vehicle is dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or others could be seriously or fatally injured. Do not leave the key in the ignition. A child could operate power windows, other controls, or move the vehicle. • If the key will not turn and the steering wheel is locked, rotate the wheel in either direction to relieve pressure on the locking mechanism and then turn the key. Automatic Transmission - If Equipped The shift lever must be in the PARK or NEUTRAL position before you can start the engine. Apply the brakes before shifting to any driving gear. NOTE: You must press the brake pedal before shifting Manual Transmission - If Equipped Before starting the engine fully apply the parking brake, out of PARK. press the clutch pedal to the floor, and place the shift lever in NEUTRAL.