Jeep Patriot 2011, Operating Information Manual

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WARNING!
Be certain that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback is not
securely locked into position the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats
and/or passengers. An improperly latched
seat could cause serious injury.
Reclining Rear Seat — If Equipped
For additional comfort, pull the strap forward
just enough to release the seatback latch. Then
push the seatback to a reclined position, ap-
proximately 35 degrees maximum, and release
the strap.
WARNING!
•
Do not ride with the seatback reclined so
that the shoulder belt is no longer resting
against your chest. In a collision you could
slide under the seat belt and be seriously or
even fatally injured. Use the recliner only
with the vehicle is parked.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo
area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a
collision, people riding in these areas are
more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
•
Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with seats
and seat belts.
•
Be sure that everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be re-
leased.
1. Pull the hood release lever located on the
left kick panel.
2. Move the safety catch located under the
front edge of the hood, near the center, and
raise the hood.
Primary Hood Latch
Secondary Hood Latch
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