However, if you haven’t healed significantly within a
few days, or if you have any blistering, see your doctor
immediately.
•
As the airbags deflate, you may see some smoke-like
particles. The particles are a normal by-product of the
process that generates the nontoxic gas used for airbag
inflation. These airborne particles may irritate the skin,
eyes, nose, or throat. If you have skin or eye irritation,
rinse the area with cool water. For nose or throat
irritation, move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,
see your doctor. If these particles settle on your
clothing, follow the garment manufacturer’s instruc-
tions for cleaning.
•
It is not advisable to drive your vehicle after the
airbags have been deployed. If you are involved in
another collision, the airbags will not be in place to
protect you.
WARNING!
Deployed airbags can’t protect you in another colli-
sion. Have the airbags replaced by an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact that causes airbag deployment,
with the vehicle stopped, and the vehicle communication
network intact, and the power intact, the Enhanced
Accident Response System performs the following func-
tions:
•
Cuts off fuel to the engine.
•
Flashes hazard lights.
•
Turns on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
•
Unlocks the doors automatically.
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Summary of Contents for 2009 Patriot
Page 1: ...PATRIOT 2009 owner s manual ...
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Page 8: ...6 INTRODUCTION ...
Page 106: ...104 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...
Page 107: ...UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 105 3 ...
Page 108: ...106 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE ...
Page 168: ...INSTRUMENT CLUSTER PREMIUM 166 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...
Page 250: ...Operating Tips 248 UNDERSTANDING YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL ...
Page 310: ...308 STARTING AND OPERATING ...
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