Craftsman Garage Door Opens but Won't Close - Garage Door Not Closing Fix Replace Main Circuit Board

Craftsman Garage Door Opens but Won't Close - Garage Door Not Closing Fix Replace Main Circuit Board
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I recently ran into a problem with my Craftsman garage door opener where it opens like normal when I use the remote. But for some reason it won't close. Eventually I identified the issue and my problem was fixed with a new circuit board. In this video, I'll show you how to remove and replace the circuit board.
First, unplug the motor. But before doing anything else, take a picture of the wiring and control settings for later reference. Ok now take out the light bulb and unscrew the wire terminals to loosen them up. Then take out the 4 screws holding the control panel to the motor housing.
Gently pull the wire connector from one side then the other until it slips off. All I have to do is swap the circuit boards and the problem is solved. First I'll remove the 5 screws that hold the circuit board onto the original faceplate. This is really easy to do and all you need is a Philips screwdriver. Then take note of the wire colors and then unplug the spade connectors on the light socket. Doing this completely detaches the board from the faceplate.
Now I'll just repeat the same process on the replacement part. All I really need is the circuit board. After the screws are out, I'll have to disconnect the remaining 2 wires. Now it's time to put the new circuit board into the old faceplate.
At this point, I can just go ahead and reverse the entire process. Take the 5 screws from earlier and use them to secure the board in place. I hope you're able to see how easy this repair is. Now compare the blue adjustment dials and set the new board exactly the same as was on the old board. After this, the assembly is complete!
Reattaching the faceplate to the motor housing is easy. As far as the screws go, the shorter ones go up on top and the longer ones go on the bottom. And please watch the entire video because towards the end I'll show you how to reprogram the wireless remote and keypad.
When the faceplate is secured, refer to the picture you took earlier to help reconnect everything to the terminals exactly like before. Last thing to do is screw in the light bulb and plug the garage door opener back in.
Because this is a new circuit board the wireless remote needs to be reprogrammed. Here's how to do it. Locate and press the sync button once on the motor housing. With the LED lit up, press and hold one of the buttons on the remote until the light bulb blinks once. That means programming was successful. And now my wireless remote will be able to open and close the garage door.
Now let's get the keypad programmed. Start by pressing the sync button on the garage door opener. Now type in a 4 digit PIN number and press and hold the Enter button. The garage door opener will blink once. Then press the Enter button on the keypad again and then the door will operate like normal.
And even though the remotes now work, you'll also have to reprogram the garage buttons in your car in order to sync them. I have video tutorials for my cars but you'll need to consult your owner's manual for the vehicles you own. If this video was helpful please give me a thumbs up and hit the subscribe button to stay up to date on all my weekly videos!
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[@siweihe5247]

Thank you for figuring out that the LED light was interfering with the signal. I had the same issue and couldn't figure it out until I saw your video. Not all LED bulbs cause this problem. I had one LED bulb that caused the issue, while a different brand did not. I really appreciate finding your video.

[@robindunn4971]

Thank you for the video. We were ready to buy a new opener because if that led bulb. You saved the day.

[@RM-yt9gw]

Thank you so much for this video. My garage would close but wouldn’t open and would make a clicking sound on the motor. I moved the wire like you did and it worked!

[@digitalcamproducer]

Nice! So glad you got your garage door working like normal again!

[@walt6010]

Worked like a charm! You mentioned in the video the real symptom for the door not opening with the remote was when the light(s) were on but it worked when the light(s) were off. You should add that information as the symptom to the text description. It really is crazy why the light(s) being on or off would affect the ability of the remote control(s) to open the the door.

[@digitalcamproducer]

That is a good idea about adding the line about garage not working while light is on. I just didn’t know if people realized the light was causing the problem. It took me quite awhile to figure out why my garage door opener only worked some of the time. Initially I didn’t associate it with the light at all. So thanks for this!

[@walt6010]

@@digitalcamproducer Yeah it took me about three months to figure it out after trying all the most obvious solutions, e.g. new remote battery, new remote, different electrical outlets, checking safety sensors, etc. (LOL)

[@laurajerrett2433]

I noticed there was about a five minute delay and then the remotes would work again. You nailed it, the light is on for about five minutes and when it goes off, all works fine! Nice job troubleshooting!

[@digitalcamproducer]

Yeah! It took me awhile to figure out that the problem was related to the light being on. I was on the verge of calling a repairman myself because I couldn’t figure it out at first. Not even sure how I figured it out! But I’m glad my video helped with your garage door opener too! Thanks for watching!

[@repsolnow]

@@digitalcamproducer will it work if i just remove the light bulb?

[@siweihe5247]

@@repsolnow It should work if you does so. Not all LED bulbs cause this problem. I had one LED bulb that caused the issue, while a different brand did not.

[@daviddailey5003]

If not the LED bulb issue, you can fix the circuit board by replacing the large aluminum electrolytic capacitor. Like 5 bucks for 5 470uF 50V I found on Amazon.

[@digitalcamproducer]

Thanks for the additional advice!

[@Andrew-by3sx]

Thank you for uploading the video. It helped me a lot. I ordered a circuit board from Amazon and replaced it. But programming the remote control was not working. Finally I figured out that the ladder I’ve been using to manually open my garage door blocked the sensor. That’s why I was not able to program the new remote control.I thought I had to return the product or call the repairman.

[@digitalcamproducer]

You’re welcome! Nice work replacing the circuit board! And glad you figured out it was your ladder causing the issue with your remote programming. Thanks for watching!

[@mountain60]

I had the same problem but couldn’t figure it out till I watched your video. My old Craftsman opener works fine with wall console. It also works with keypad or remote control for opening the door but not closing it. I didn’t associate that problem with the light on. After watching your video and when I tried to turn off the light, the keypad worked. Thanks a lot for sharing! Now I have to find a Circuit Board for the old Craftsman opener which is not easy.

[@mountain60]

The part number of my opener is 41A5021-2C. Should I find a circuit board with the exact part number?

[@tompisarek8261]

I had no idea led bulbs could interfere with the remote signal. I had recently replaced my bulbs with led. When I went back to incandescents, everything worked as before. Thanks for the tip.

[@digitalcamproducer]

Yeah LED bulbs emit some sort of interference that can mess with the signal from the remote. It doesn’t affect all garage motors but simply switching to incandescent bulbs are a good way to test it.

[@armalitear18]

A clear and concise video. Installation was a breeze. Made my wife happy. Now she doesn’t have to go back into the house, just to close the garage door.

[@gkent5176]

If you are having this issue from using LED bulbs, once you change back to incandescent or CFL bulbs, you will probably need to reset the garage door opener by unplugging and then plugging back in. This worked for me.

[@superkillr]

Un-freakin' believable!!! Spent a bunch of time and just about ready to pull the trigger on a new board, and sure enough... LED bulbs were the culprit.

[@digitalcamproducer]

Wow! So glad you were able to diagnose that your LED bulbs were the issue! Easy fix! Thanks for watching!

[@thalessouto4327]

Thanks, I’ve replaced my bulbs and it worked.

[@bmackgopitt]

Wow -- thanks so much! I didn't have to replace the circuit board...just had to replace the Led bulb with a CFL, and everything works again.

[@digitalcamproducer]

That’s good it was only your LED bulb causing interference with the remote. My problem definitely was the circuit board and glad I was able to find the part and replace it myself. Glad your fix was simple! Thanks for watching!

[@thomasmckinney8802]

You are the MAN 👍

[@digitalcamproducer]

Nice! I’m really glad my garage door circuit board replacement tutorial helped! Thanks for watching!

[@hemedocx]

having the exact same problem. Thanks a lot

[@digitalcamproducer]

You’re welcome! Really glad my garage gear replacement tutorial helped! Thanks for watching!

[@SurprisedBambooForest-xp8cw]

Thank very much, the problem was arnes in the sensor

[@digitalcamproducer]

You’re welcome! Glad you were able to identify and fix the problem with your garage door!

[@AzurinManagement]

Amazing work

[@amd1595]

Thank you!!

[@bubbawebb9063]

What song is playing at the end ? Great video!

[@SoggyDonuts79]

My door won’t open and that yellow orangish light just above the purple square button on the right keep flashing. Thoughts?

[@digitalcamproducer]

I think the flashing is an error code. It’ll be a number of flashes with a short pause. For example 3 blinks then pause. And I found the following page that explains what each error code means: www.searspartsdirect.com/diy/error-codes/garage-door-opener-repair/1234637/craftsman-garage-door-opener/0247

[@digitalcamproducer]

That link I sent you is for Craftsman garage door openers.

[@SoggyDonuts79]

So I’ll check those links out soon, but I had in the meantime sort of fixed the issue by pulling on the dangling rope cord thing then reset it and that got it working again! However the old metal suspension frame broke on one side so now it’s sagging on one side but still working so I obviously need to fix that very soon. But, the light is still blinking so I’ll have to check those links out 👍🏻

[@seanallred716]

Are there any other similar models that would work? I have the same opener as you do, but these boards are sold out everywhere

[@digitalcamproducer]

I’ve seen these boards on Amazon still. However depending on the model you have it might be a bit more difficult to find one in stock. Good luck!

[@marke14]

Hey @digitalcamproducer, thanks for this video. To confirm, you successfully replaced your old Craftsman circuit board with a replacement board from Liftmaster, is that correct?

[@marke14]

Replying to my own question - you did mention that this is the case in the video, I missed it. I am pleased to report that I did in fact have success replacing the board as you described here. Unfortunately it was up to $150 USD by now ...

[@miami8089]

I'm having the same problem. Is there a work around until the circuit board is replaced. I have one of the older models where I do not have an on/off switch for the light. It's just one button that turns the light on when I open the garage.

[@digitalcamproducer]

Sorry! I’m not sure of another work around if you don’t have an on/off switch for the light. It’s been almost 2 weeks since you added your comment. Hopefully you’ve got your garage door opener working like normal again!

[@miami8089]

@@digitalcamproducer Honestly it randomly works. Sometimes it closes no problem, then other times it doesn’t. I have a home warranty so I’m gonna have a professional look at it. Hopefully they just replace the unit

[@travishunt8999]

MVP 🐐

[@digitalcamproducer]

Glad my video was helpful!

[@miami8089]

Im having the same problem. Garage won’t open or close with remote when the light is on. Is there a temporary work around until I replace it? I have an older model that does not have a separate light switch?

[@FLADAN-3848]

have you tried removing the lightbulb?

[@miami8089]

@@FLADAN-3848 Yeah I tried that too. Still didn't work. The technician came out the other day and ordered a new circuit board and is going to replace it. He said they sometimes do go out. I've had my opener since 2004.

[@digitalcamproducer]

By now you’ve probably already got your garage door opener working again! I know taking out the light bulb doesn’t work because the switch inside still activates the light bulb socket even if there’s no bulb it in. The bulb is irrelevant with this problem! Thanks for watching!

[@digitalcamproducer]

Removing the bulb won’t matter. The garage door opener will still activate the light socket no matter if there’s a bulb in there or not!

[@stewjacks1]

So I have the craftsman 1/2 hp model. My sensors don’t have lights on them so that’s hard to check out. The door opens fine but will not close unless I hold the button down. I’ve adjusted the sensors but with no luck.

[@ferrnas001]

How about adding a Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Opener using the wall button terminals? Its more cheaperand easy to buy intead a circuit board, I´ll try and if this work I could open my garage from , my iPhone, my watch or the stereo car

[@coolrobuxgaming]

I had a Liftmaster that did this.

[@digitalcamproducer]

This problem with my Craftsman garage door opener took me awhile to diagnose. I was about ready to call a repairman when I figured out what was going on. Glad you were able to diagnose yours too!

[@freespirit7475]

mine opens fine , then when closing it hits the floor but opens on its own. I adjusted the little blue adjusters at every increment and it will not stay closed. My sensors are fine. the trouble code tattle tale light blinks 5 times whats that mean

[@nadineknaus9344]

Our problem was caused by LED lightbulbs.

[@mudsuckingpig6246]

Thanks

[@digitalcamproducer]

You’re welcome! Glad my garage door opener repair video helped! Thanks for watching!

[@steviepii]

I inspected the PCB to see if I could fix it. There's no obvious sign of damage on either side. I also had no luck looking at the back side of yours. (There was no good image of the front side.) RIP 100 bucks. 🫡🥲