How to replace battery in liftmaster remote

From the outside, garage doors are typically opened using either a keypad or remote. The remote is an especially convenient way to open the garage door while remaining in the vehicle. Over time, remote openers may begin to require several presses in order to open the door. In such instances, the solution may be as simple as replacing the battery. Below are three simple steps for changing your garage door remote batteries.

Step 1: Remove the Battery Cover

On many remote garage door openers, the battery cover is often located on the back of the device. In this case, the cover may be opened by pressing the back piece of the device and sliding it back. Other remotes have covers with no discernable battery covers. These can usually be opened by splitting the remote into two pieces. A small screwdriver will assist with battery covers attached with a screw.

Step 2: Identify the Battery Type and Obtain a Replacement

Remove the battery from the remote. Most may easily be pulled or popped out of the remote. Many remote batteries are small, round, silver in color, and flat on the top and bottom. Such batteries come in specific sizes. The battery will have the type and size identified on the side as a series of numbers. A safe option is to simply take the exhausted battery to a store where the staff will provide the appropriate replacement. 

Step 3: Replace and Reprogram

Place the replacement battery or batteries in the remote, facing them in the correct direction as indicated on the remote. Replace the cover using the reverse process which was used to remove it. Once the battery has been replaced, the remote may need to be reprogrammed to operate correctly with the garage door. The manufacturer of the remote provides instructions for reprogramming, which can be accessed online.

Garage door remote openers can often be rejuvenated by inserting a new battery or batteries. This process can be accomplished by removing the cover, replacing the battery, and reprogramming the remote. Following these steps as listed above, batteries can be replaced quickly and easily, allowing the user to enjoy the remote as it is designed to function: consistently opening the garage door on the first attempt. 

For more information about how to maintain your garage door and opener, visit the Thomas V. Giel Garage Doors, Inc. blog.

*NOT FOR USE WITH ANY GARAGE DOOR OPENER MANUFACTURED PRIOR TO 1993. SAFETY BEAMS (PHOTOCELLS) MUST BE IN PLACE AND OPERATIONAL.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING:

• During programming, the garage door opener may operate. Ensure that the garage door opening is clear of personnel or any obstructions.

• Do not press the LEARN button for longer than the noted 2-3 seconds as it could cause your existing, operational remotes and keypads to no longer work.

• All buttons are factory set to Genie Intellicode® 1.

Below are the brands and specifications that this remote is compatible with. Find the ID# in Chart A below references your specific opener specification. You will need this number during programming. Refer to STEP 1 to find the type and/or LEARN/ PROGRAM button.

NOTE: During programming, the garage door opener will operate. Ensure that
the garage door opening is clear of personnel or any obstructions.

STEP 1 - Find Specifications & Learn Button

1. Locate the brand and opener/receiver specifications for your device by consulting the label on the opener/receiver, the instruction manual, the current remote controls for the opener, or the original manufacturer of the opener/receiver.
2. Find the LEARN/PROG button on your device - the shape, color, or name of this button could vary by brand. For garage door openers, be sure to check under the light covers. For commercial or gate openers, this button may be on the circuit board of the opener. In some cases, this button could also be on an external receiver that is mounted on or nearby the product. Consult the device's manual if needed.

*For Marantec® openers, reference operator manual to program remotes to the operator's head.

STEP 2 - Activate Remote/Button Layout & LED

Activation Tab: Pull tab to activate the remote.

LED - The LED will light with each button press and will also light in response to button presses during different programming modes.

STEP 3 - Programming Remote

IMPORTANT: For ID#4 Chamberlain®/LiftMaster®/Craftsman® Yellow Learn Button - move immediately to the proper section below. For all other ID#s, proceed to LEARN METHOD section.

LEARN METHOD

Review Chart A to find your specifications and available programming options. Each button can be programmed individually to operate up to 2 different brands of garage door openers and gate receivers.

1. Remove the activation tab from the inside battery compartment.
2. Find and remember the required number of button presses (ID#) in the LEARN METHOD column next to your brands/specification in Chart A. REMEMBER: For ID#4 Chamberlain®/LiftMaster®/Craftsman® Yellow Learn Button ONLY - Move immediately to instructions below. For all other ID#s, proceed to step 3.
3. On remote, press and hold down BOTH buttons at the same time – as soon as the RED LED begins flashing, immediately release both buttons (@ 5 seconds).
4. On remote, press the button of your choice the required number of times from CHART A.
5. When presses are complete, simply WAIT until the GREEN LED blinks and then goes out.
6. On the opener, press LEARN/PROGRAM button for 2-3 seconds and then release.
7. Press and release button you just programmed once every 2 seconds until the garage door opener operates.
8. Test the button - programming is complete.

TIP: Allow the LED light on the universal transmitter to stop flashing before your next button press.

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