Steps on How to Reset a Garage Opener

You can reset your garage opener in several ways. Here are some of the methods you can use to reset your garage opener.

Step 1. Program the remote control of your Garage Door Opener

To program the remote control of your garage door opener, you need to get hold of the LEARN button by opening the opener unit door. Press it once and the LED light adjacent to it will light up. Then, take your remote control and press the button that you want to program. The LED light will start blinking, informing you that the remote is now programmed. Now, to test it out, you can press that button, and see if your garage door opens.

Step 2. Program the keypad on your Garage Door Opener

To program the keypad on your garage door opener, you need to get hold of the LEARN button by opening the opener unit door. Press it once and the LED light adjacent to it will light up. Enter your PIN in the keypad. Keep in mind that this must be done within thirty seconds after you have pressed the LEARN button. The indicator light flashes, informing you that the keypad is now programmed. Now, to test it out, you can press the Enter button, and see if your garage door opens and if the programming steps have been successful.

Step 3. Program your Garage Door Opener in your Car

Each car manufacturer is different but programming your Garage Door Opener in your Car is similar for most cars. Inside most modern cars there is a garage door opener module usually found above the rearview mirror. This module allows you to interact with your Garage Door Opener without the remote control. To erase the system’s data, press down the outside buttons on the panel for 30 seconds. Next, go to the opener unit and press the Learn button. You will then have 30 seconds to come back to your car and do the rest of the job. Press down a button in your car panel that you want to program. Do this until you hear 2 clicks. Alternatively, you can also use your remote. Press the program button on the hand-held remote control along with the button on the control panel that you want to program. The light on your car button will start beeping and this is an indicator that it’s been successful. However, keep in mind that rushing from the unit to the car in a 30-second time limit can be dangerous, which is why you should ask for a friend to help you with it.

Find Reset button on a garage door opener

Most garage door openers come with a reset button, especially if it is a modern garage door opener. The button is called either “HOME” or “LEARN”, depending on which model you have and the type of garage door. It will also have an LED light adjacent to the garage door remotes that informs you about the unit’s status. The button is usually located inside the garage door and you will find it near the garage door motor unit.

Manually reset garage door opener

In order to reset the garage door opener manually and perform a keyless entry, you need to find the Home or Learn button on the garage opener unit. Press it down until the light bulbs adjacent to it goes out. Once this happens, the garage door opener gets reset and the remote devices connected to it get unlinked. After that, you need to re-pair every garage remote device with the unit once again.

Resync a garage door opener option

To resync a garage door opener, you have to follow a simple procedure. You need to locate the Learn button. For that, you have to access the opener unit. Press down the learn button until the LED light lights up. Next, press a button on the remote control that you want to program. This basically gives the hand-held remote control an opportunity to learn which button you wish to use.

Garage door opener FAQ

Will unplugging a garage door opener reset it?

Yes, unplugging a garage door opener will reset it. Unplugging the opener erases the programmed settings. You will have to reprogram it again once you plug it in. When doing that, read the instructions provided by the manufacturer thoroughly to make sure that you are doing the entire programming process correctly. That being said, not all garage door openers will commence the resetting process after being unplugged. Some have battery backups in them, which keep them running, even if there is a power outage.

How to Erase old codes on the opener.

To erase old codes on the opener, you need to reprogram the garage door opener. For that, you need to locate the LEARN button on the garage door opener unit. Press it down until the LED light adjacent to it goes out. And, that’s it, all the previous codes will get erased on the garage door opener. For more information on how to reset your Garage Door Openers call Garage Pros KC and book an appointment today!