How To Connect Garage Door Remote

Does your garage door opener only work by the push of a button that's located inside the garage? If that's the case, it's not as convenient as having a remote that you can use to open and close the garage door from the comfort of your car. Installing a garage door remote is not a difficult task, and it can be completed in a matter of minutes. Here are the steps on how to connect a garage door remote:

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

Before you begin, you'll need to gather a few materials. These include:

A garage door remote
A ladder
A screwdriver
A pair of pliers

Step 2: Locate the Garage Door Opener

The first step is to locate the garage door opener. This will typically be located on the ceiling of the garage, near the door. Once you've found the opener, make sure that it is turned off. You may also need to unplug the opener from the outlet.

Step 3: Open the Garage Door Opener

Once the opener is turned off, you can open the cover. This will typically be held in place by a few screws. Once you've removed the screws, you can lift the cover off of the opener.

Step 4: Locate the Learn Button

Once you've opened the opener, you'll need to locate the learn button. This button will typically be located on the circuit board of the opener. It may be labeled with a small light or an icon of a remote control.

Step 5: Press the Learn Button

Once you've found the learn button, press and hold it down. The light on the button will typically begin to flash. This indicates that the opener is in learn mode.

Step 6: Press the Button on the Remote

While the light on the learn button is flashing, press and hold down the button on the remote. The light on the remote will typically begin to flash as well. This indicates that the remote is being programmed.

Step 7: Release the Buttons

Once the lights on both the learn button and the remote have stopped flashing, you can release the buttons. The remote is now programmed and should be able to open and close the garage door.

Step 8: Test the Remote

Once the remote is programmed, test it to make sure that it works. Press the button on the remote and see if the garage door opens. If the door does not open, repeat steps 4-7.