On a 2025 NX 250 or NX 350 with the Hands Free Power Back Door enabled, carry the electronic key and move one foot to within about 3.9 in. of the center rear bumper, then withdraw it as soon as the buzzer sounds.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified in the 2025 U.S. Lexus NX 250/NX 350 owner's manual only for vehicles equipped with the Hands Free Power Back Door. The retail grade alone is not proof that the kick sensor is installed.
- Required equipment / service
- NX 250 equipped with Hands Free Power Back Door, NX 350 equipped with Hands Free Power Back Door, Hands Free Power Back Door, enabled kick sensor and electronic key, NX 250 or NX 350 equipped with Hands Free Power Back Door
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Published availability and qualifications
Verified in the 2025 U.S. Lexus NX 250/NX 350 owner's manual only for vehicles equipped with the Hands Free Power Back Door. The retail grade alone is not proof that the kick sensor is installed.
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.
Step by step.
- 01
Confirm that the Hands Free Power Back Door setting is enabled and carry the vehicle's electronic key.
- 02
Stand approximately 19.7–27.6 in. (50–70 cm) behind the center of the rear bumper.
- 03
Move one foot to within approximately 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the bumper without touching it.
- 04
When the buzzer sounds, immediately pull your foot back; complete the entire in-and-out motion within one second.
- 05
Move clear and allow the power back door to open or close fully.
- 06
If the system sounds two beeps instead of operating, perform the quick kick again. A kick while the door is moving stops it.
Important limits
- Keep people and objects clear of the liftgate and do not rely on jam protection to prevent every injury.
- Do not touch a hot exhaust pipe and do not use the feature when there is too little space beneath the bumper.
- Disable the kick sensor when a bicycle carrier, cover or other accessory could trigger it unexpectedly.
Quick checks.
- ✓If the bumper is covered by snow or dirt, clean its lower center area and try again.
- ✓Keep the electronic key on your person and remove your foot promptly; leaving a foot under the bumper prevents operation.
- ✓Strong electrical or radio interference, nearby plants or luggage, towing and another key inside the vehicle can delay or prevent detection.
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2025 Lexus NX 350/NX 250 Owner's Manual — Hands Free Power Back Door
Relevant section or page: Pages 82–83. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.
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