Locking Doors With A Key; Steering Wheel Lock - If Equipped; To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel; To Release The Steering Wheel Lock - Dodge Dakota 2011 Owner's Manual

Locking Doors With A Key

You can insert the key into the door lock cylinder with
either side up. To lock the driver's door, turn the key
rearward. To unlock the driver's door, turn the key
forward. For external door lock lubrication, refer to
"Maintenance Procedures"
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STEERING WHEEL LOCK — IF EQUIPPED
Your vehicle may be equipped with a passive steering
wheel lock. This lock prevents steering the vehicle with-
out the ignition key. If the steering wheel is moved
approximately a half turn in either direction, and the key
is not in the ignition switch, the steering wheel will lock.

To Manually Lock The Steering Wheel

With the engine running, rotate the steering wheel one-
half revolution, turn off the engine and remove the key.
Turn the steering wheel slightly in either direction until
the lock engages.
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To Release The Steering Wheel Lock

Insert the key in the ignition switch and start the engine.
If the key is difficult to turn, move the wheel slightly to
the right or left to disengage the lock.
NOTE: If you turned the wheel to the right to engage
the lock, you must turn the wheel slightly to the right to
disengage it. If you turned the wheel to the left to engage
the lock, turn the wheel slightly to the left to disengage it.

Automatic Transmission Ignition Interlock System

This system prevents the key from being removed unless
the shift lever is in PARK. It also prevents shifting out of
PARK unless the key is in the ACC, or ON/RUN
position, and the brake pedal is pressed.
SENTRY KEY — IF EQUIPPED
The Sentry Key prevents unauthorized vehicle opera-
tion 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.
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