Here is a step-by-step process for resetting the garage door opener without the learn button.

Programming a garage door opener is less complicated than it seems. You can easily do it with little time and patience by following a few steps. Calling a professional is also unnecessary in this regard.

In order to continue the reprogramming process without the learn button, I will focus on garage opener buttons or the keypad process. You will find it mounted somewhere in your house, such as in the kitchen, inside or outside of the building, or next to the door that leads to the garage.

I shared a detailed step-by-step process on how to program garage door opener without learn button. Let’s get going.

How to Program Garage Door Opener without Learn Button? Step-by-Step

Generally, most modern garage door openers have a learn button. It may stick or stop working for some reason. In such a situation, if you need to program the garage door opener, don’t panic, thinking that the learn button is not working.

Step 01: Locating and identifying the type of the Controller

First, you will have to locate and identify the controller type. All garage opener remote controllers are portable and feature a program button. A fixed controller is also available. So, check whether your remote is portable or fixed.

The remote is mounted on the wall. Moreover, you may find it in the car. If your remote has a program or main control buttons, resetting the opener will be easy. Also, you will notice a few numbered buttons in the remote; some have printed English characters on them.

Besides the remote control, a keypad mimics the garage door opener’s main control box. This mini control box features 3 or 4 buttons and is mounted in a suitable location of your car or on the rearview mirror.

Step 02: Pressing the Program Button

You will see either the “teach” or “program” button at the top of the opener keypad. Initiate a system reset by pressing this button.

Now, you have to turn off the whole system. For this, press the arrow keys. Different models have different identification for arrow keys. Some models have separate buttons for up and down arrows. On the other hand, other models have the same key with one “down” side and an “up’ side arrow sign.

Pressing both arrow keys simultaneously will let you switch off the system. Based on the model, the whole system will turn off between 3 – 10 seconds.

Step 03: Default Setting Restoring

All the earlier stored data is already erased by now. The keypad and the screen are similar to a clean slate now.

Next, you will be required to enter the code for default settings to continue. You will find the code in the user manual. Usually, the default code is “357,” which applies to almost all garage door openers. Enter it.

Step 04: New Password Adding

Then, add a new password.

Choose a code that is easy to remember. At the same time, the code should be exceptional for others.

Some people use random letters and numbers, and they need to remember. Avoid choosing such codes. Use a combination of lower case, upper case, and number to strengthen the password. This way, outsiders cannot hack your garage door opener password. If you forget the password, resetting will be required again.

While setting the new password, ensure the car and the remote distance are too close.

Step 05: Checking the Opener Functionality with the New Code

Once the new password and the remote are set, it is time to test the garage door opener. Get into your vehicle and press “open” from the remote. I believe the garage door will open.

The door functionality depends on the remote’s battery. The door will open or close slowly if the remote battery is old. In addition, you may have to press the remote several times to open or close the door.

Replace the battery first if you don’t see any functionality from the door. In case the remote is damaged, replace it.

As the door opens and closes, checking is complete.

Note:

* Check for any obstructions in the garage doorway before testing. The door will only perform as expected if there are obstacles. So, if there are any obstructions, remove them.

Step 06: Ensure Safe Storage of the Remote Control

So, you have successfully programmed the garage door opener without the learn button. Don’t think that you will not need the remote anymore. 

In reality, you can’t program a garage door opener without the remote. So, the remote may come in handy anytime. For this, store it carefully in a trunk, glove box, toolkit, or other safe locations so that you can use it later whenever necessary. 

While other family members are also using the garage for parking their cars, it would be best to store the remote inside the house.

Remember to remove the batteries from the remote. It will help prevent leaching into the plastic case of the remote.

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Final Words

The security of your home depends a lot on the garage door opener. Learning how to program garage door opener without learn button is beneficial when the learn button is not working correctly.

Follow the steps carefully described above. Although the process is simple, you better call a professional if you don’t feel confident to complete the steps by yourself.