Carry the fob, pull a front handle to unlock, press its outside lock sensor to lock, or enable Walk Away Auto Lock and leave with every door closed.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified for the 2025 ADX lineup with Smart Entry and the programmable Walk Away Auto Lock feature.
- Retail trim / version
- ADX, ADX A-Spec, ADX A-Spec Advance
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Verified for the 2025 ADX lineup with Smart Entry and the programmable Walk Away Auto Lock feature.
Know what kind of control to look for.
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Step by step.
- 01
Keep the valid Smart Entry fob with you and pull a front door handle to unlock the programmed door selection.
- 02
To lock immediately, close all doors and press the lock sensor on either outside front handle.
- 03
For automatic locking, enable Walk Away Auto Lock in the customizable settings.
- 04
Exit with the fob, close every door and listen for the confirmation as you move away before leaving the vehicle unattended.
Important limits
- Choose driver-only or all-door unlocking in the customizable settings.
- Do not leave the fob or an occupant inside and assume the walk-away function will secure the vehicle.
- Always verify the confirmation and locked state.
Quick checks.
- ✓Confirm Walk Away Auto Lock is enabled if the vehicle does not lock after departure.
- ✓Close every door and move away with the fob rather than leaving it near the vehicle.
- ✓Use the fob buttons and replace its battery if handle detection remains unreliable.
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2025 Acura ADX Info Center — Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock
Relevant section or page: Exterior — Smart Entry with Walk Away Auto Lock. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.
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