That’s a great question! Welcome to the world of modern luxury cars. Keyless entry and the kick-to-open trunk are designed to make your life easier when your hands are full.
Here is your beginner’s step-by-step tutorial for your new 2025 Audi.
🔑 How to Use Keyless Entry (Advanced Key)
The best part of keyless entry is that you never have to take your key fob out of your pocket or purse! The car senses it when you are close.
1. To Unlock the Car Doors
- Keep the Key Fob Near: Make sure your key fob (the electronic remote) is on you (in your pocket, bag, etc.).
- Grab the Handle: Simply place your fingers behind the door handle as if you are about to open the door.
- The Car Unlocks: The car will sense your hand and the key, and the door will unlock instantly. You can now open the door.
2. To Lock the Car Doors
- Exit the Vehicle: Close all the doors.
- Touch the Sensor: Gently touch the small, square/horizontal indentation (the sensor) located on the outside of any door handle.
- The Car Locks: The car will flash its lights (usually once) and/or fold in the side mirrors (if activated) to let you know it is locked.
💡 Pro Tip: If you see a small dent or struggle to open the door after grabbing the handle, make sure you don’t keep your thumb on the outside sensor as you pull the handle—this can sometimes confuse the system.
🦵 How to Use the Kick-to-Open Trunk (Power Liftgate)
This feature is a lifesaver when carrying groceries, luggage, or anything else.
1. To Open the Trunk
- Key Fob Requirement: Ensure your key fob is on you (in your pocket, hand, or bag) and you are standing close to the back of the car.
- Find the Sensor Area: Stand directly behind the middle of the rear bumper. The sensor is usually located underneath the center of the bumper.
- Perform the “Kick” Motion:
- Quickly move your foot forward under the bumper (you don’t need to touch it).
- Immediately pull your foot back to your starting position.
- Do not hold your foot under the car or kick multiple times, as this can confuse the sensor.
- Wait for it to Open: You may hear a beep, and the lights will flash once. Take a step back, and the trunk (or power liftgate on an SUV model) will automatically swing open.
2. To Close the Trunk
You can close the trunk a few ways:
- Kick Again: Repeat the single, swift kick motion under the center of the bumper. Take a step back, and the trunk will close automatically.
- Use the Button: Press the button on the inside edge of the trunk lid (it often looks like an image of a car being closed or a lock).
⚠️ Important Note: The “Kick-to-Open” feature is most common on Audi’s SUV models (like the Q8 pictured above). If the kick motion doesn’t work, you can always open the trunk by pressing the button on your key fob twice or pressing the release button on the trunk itself.
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