Step 1 collect devices to reprogram.
Programming new garage door remote.
If your overhead door garage door opener was made from 1993 to present the master remote would be compatible with it.
In addition learn how to program your universal remote to open more than one garage door as well as what to do if your remote won t accept a code.
By default the master remote comes from the factory as a codedodger 1 remote.
Most likely they are all compatible but it best to make sure before purchasing.
When purchasing a universal garage door remote check that it is compatible with your make and model of your garage remote equipment.
Press and release the learn button on the overhead garage door opener unit.
You can program a universal garage door remote to suit your garage door opener.
Within this 30 second time period press and hold the button on the hand held remote.
Next release the button when the overhead opener unit s lights blink.
Test the new garage door remote by pressing once to see if the door moves.
This sears partsdirect video shows how to program garage door opener remotes using several common types of wall controls.
It also shows you how to program older models that use a learn button on the motor unit.
The learn indicator light will glow steadily for 30 seconds.