Quick answer

Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote until the ZDX unlocks and opens it; press and hold the same button again to power it closed and latched.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for all 2024 ZDX configurations with the remote-linked power tailgate.

Retail trim / version
A-Spec, Type S
Compatibility check

Does the documented scope match your car?

This check combines the verified year, any source-supported powertrain scope, source-named trim/package and required equipment. It does not read a VIN or factory build record.

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Published availability and qualifications

Verified for all 2024 ZDX configurations with the remote-linked power tailgate.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Cargo & utility orientation diagram for Acura ZDX
Cargo & utility orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Verify the tailgate path is clear.

  2. 02

    Press and hold the tailgate button on the Smart Access remote.

  3. 03

    Watch as the tailgate unlocks and opens.

  4. 04

    Press and hold the same button again and monitor it until fully latched.

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Important limits

  • The button must be held, not merely tapped.
  • Maintain a clear view of the powered tailgate.
  • Do not manually force it against the motor.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓Move within remote range and hold the button longer.
  • ✓Check the remote battery.
  • ✓Remove obstructions if the tailgate reverses or stops.
Owner feedback

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Primary evidence

2024 Acura ZDX Info Center — Remote-Linked Power-Operated Tailgate

Relevant section or page: Remote-Linked Power-Operated Tailgate. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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Editorial record

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Scope and steps were checked by Car Cheat Codes Editorial Review. A guide is narrowed or corrected when the source does not support a broader claim.

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