Quick answer

With the vehicle stopped and out of gear, press the fob liftgate button twice within five seconds; a new command while it moves reverses direction.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for 2025 Durango models equipped with the power liftgate.

Compatibility check

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Published availability and qualifications

Verified for 2025 Durango models equipped with the power liftgate.

  • 2025 Durango models equipped with the power liftgate
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 Dodge Durango
Cargo & utility orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Stop the Durango, select Park and clear people, cargo, snow and ice from the complete liftgate path.

  2. 02

    Press the key-fob liftgate button twice within five seconds, or press the overhead-console liftgate button.

  3. 03

    Monitor the entire powered movement; press the control again only when a reversal is intended.

  4. 04

    To close from the cargo area, press the button on the left rear trim panel.

  5. 05

    After closing, lock the vehicle and pull lightly on the liftgate to verify it is latched.

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Important limits

  • Power switches do not operate while the vehicle is in gear or moving.
  • Power operation is unavailable below -22°F (-30°C) or above 150°F (65°C).
  • After repeated obstructions the system can stop and require manual operation; a liftgate opened while the vehicle was locked must be relocked after closing.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓Remove every obstruction and ice buildup before requesting another cycle.
  • ✓If the liftgate was left open for a long time, close it manually to reset powered operation.
  • ✓Use the emergency latch release only as described in the manual and obtain service if the fault repeats.
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Primary evidence

2025 Dodge Durango Owner's Manual — Power Liftgate

Relevant section or page: Getting To Know Your Vehicle, page 65 — Power Liftgate. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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