Basic Operation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
OPEN: The power tailgate can be opened by operating the driver's door power tailgate switch, or the keyless transmitter under the following conditions:
- Tailgate is fully closed (full-latched position is detected.).
- Driver's door or Passenger's door lock knob switch is in UNLOCKED.
- The remote unlock button is pressed twice, and then the tailgate button is pressed and held for 2 seconds (unless customized setting is set to unlock all doors).
- Shift lever is in Park position.
- Vehicle speed is less than 1.2 mph (2 km/h).
- Closer unit detects the tailgate neutral position.
- Battery voltage (VBU) is more than 11V.
- System is not in fail-safe mode.
CLOSE: The power tailgate can be closed by operating the driver's door power tailgate switch, inside tailgate switch, or the keyless transmitter under the following conditions:
- Tailgate is fully open.
- Pinch sensor detects no obstruction.
- Closer unit detects the tailgate neutral position.
- Battery voltage (VBU) is more than 11V.
- System is not in fail-safe mode.