Garage Door Keypad Not Working?

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

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[@kathiweston8160]

Oh, my gosh! Thank you so much for this video. I had no idea it required a battery. I'm an 80-year-old widow who just saved herself over a hundred bucks thanks to you!! I'm now a subscriber!

[@nogoodwolf]

So much can be found on youtube! Well done for finding this!

[@derickshanahan7424]

I was smart enough to check the battery before coming to KZbin... but not smart enough to change the password to see if the numbers had worn out! Works like a charm now, thanks!

[@andiroyal4752]

Sounds crazy only have an issue with keypad in the winter. As soon as it warms up no problem.

[@leolo2222]

Mine always fails when it's cold, say

[@avelanch]

You need to change your battery if it stops working when cold

[@kaylees6210]

Same

[@mct8888]

Same here! Might replace mine.

[@poizenklanmotorsports8652]

I'm having that issue now

[@dr.koerner5448]

My keypad has not been working for quite some time, even after I changed the battery. I thought I would give it one more try before I bought a new one. I put in a fresh battery and tried the old code and I got nothing. I took your suggestion to try and reprogram and it actually worked! I appreciate you and I have subscribed.

[@bw834]

literally just did this myself... amazing.

[@jasonchang2793]

You just saved me $50. I was just about to call it quits and buy a new one, when it turns out I’ve been using the same numbers and my buttons were worn out. Thank you!

[@apackwestbound5946]

Extremely well made video with excellent concise information, no nonsense, no hype just valuable education. Thank you, liked & subscribed (how could I not).

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Appreciate the kind words 👍

[@Silverdragon517]

You are the best

[@kedso2769]

I always thought it was hardwired, never occurred to me that there was a battery, I changed the battery, and it works!! Thank you for the tip!

[@ddkauffman7557]

THANK YOU - Spent hours trying to follow owners manual instructions to the T. Watched this video and BOOM! I immediately knew that our buttons were wore out from same 4 numbers for years. Used 4 new number and BOOM, worked first time. I will now order a new one from your Amazon link. Thank YOU!

[@bmbutler2]

Thank you SO MUCH! I had no idea what was wrong with my keypad. It’s 10 years old so thought it needed replacing. In 39 seconds you helped me fix the problem: it just needed its 9V battery replaced. Whew. Thanks!!!

[@paulinechapman5669]

What else are you unaware of lol..have a good one🇨🇦

[@SacTowN2Tuskegee]

Sir, you just saved me a BUNCH of money! 💰 I did everything you said, but what REALLY helped me was you showing me where to locate the screws to remove the keypad since it's not near the garage door, but around the corner right outside my front door. You're a Godsend, sir. For making this video, I say: THANK YOU!!! Jonathan Sacramento, California

[@themainthing3966]

i can't believe how much time you saved me! i was getting ready to buy a new keyless remote. i never thought to change the numbers used for the code! used new numbers and now it opens on one try!!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Great! 👍

[@ev6186]

I googled to search buying a replacement keypad because we had to press combination keys hard and it didn't work most of the time. Then searched for a how to video. Yours popped up, and was so clear and explanatory. What a great tip to change to unused numbers! It took 5 minutes to reset and bingo...works like new. Thank you! Liked and subscribed😊

[@jimdrapervideo]

Thank you for the video! I had changed my combination because the keypad numbers worn down. I was able to break open the keypad and clean off the circuit -with steel wool - where the pads had left residue on the circuit. Glued back together and all good!

[@scottym3]

Never had a keypad till I moved into my condo. I've lived here 3 1/2 years, never knew about pressing enter only, to close. Will check out the battery also and how to change the code. Thanks Scott. Always something good here. :)

[@gnomebmw]

Tip: remember to inspect each key especially the enter key. Sometimes the rubber coating gets stuck depressed inwards. The keypad will not longer work if this happens. Gently pry outwards any stuck keys with your fingernail and try again.

[@tedmartin5896]

OMG! Thanks so much. I was thinking that I had to replace the remote and after watching this I realized that we had just worn the numbers out by using the same ones for so long. The remote works again. Yay! You really can learn from watching others do things.

[@AuroraRose_Andromeda]

Thank you. I just found my keypad won't light up as it should and wouldn't open the door. Watching this video taught me a lot. I always thought the keypad was hardwired into the garage. I have the chamberlain brand. Seeing this I know I can fix this on my own. Thank you!

[@MMinx-ct5pk]

I had changed the battery but it still wasn't working -- I didn't realize the number sensors might wear out. I tried a new set and *bingo* it worked. Thank you!

[@beebee3644]

Where did you order the new set from ?

[@fvvfvbbbb]

​@@beebee3644he means change the security code to use a different set of numbers on the existing keypad as the original set may have worn out.

[@charlescarrigan-r8q]

I had already replaced the battery in our key pad…changing the pin did the trick…a new subscriber.

[@glnyates7005]

Thank you, I've been having a problem for a couple of weeks with my keypad. Two minutes of watching this I've got it fixed.

[@hassanbazzi3545]

There again. I never knew that pushing the ENTER button will close the door. A hint to all that when programming the unit just be carful the other neighbors are not doing their own programming at the same time. It happened to me and when I opened mine, it also opened my neighbor’s door. It took me a while to figure it out. Thank you for sharing. Very informative as always

[@kennrayy]

knew about the battery...but after 14 years of hitting the same 4 digits...made the change (with different digits) and viola! Done - thanks K

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Great, glad the fix worked 👍

[@stevealexander8010]

I thought mine was broken/insecure. I didn't realize that only "open" requires the 4 digit code. Thank you. You are better than the Chamberlain documentation.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You are welcome!

[@justinphillips9160]

This saved me $180, thank you! Just had to change keycode to new numbers after years of use.

[@RamprasadKaranth]

What a precise video ! This literally covers 99% of the possible issues. And even a 2 year old should be able to follow his narration :)

[@chrisscott9546]

Great video! Turns out the buttons were worn out on the pad. Chose 4 new numbers and it worked perfectly! Thanks!

[@williamdavidson4576]

Wow, great video! I had no idea that the keypad was not hard wired. My door problems seemed to have started when I programmed a new car to the opener this weekend. Today, I cleaned the light sensors at the bottom of the door and my wife was able to open the door with her remote again. My new car will open the door from the mirror, but the dang keypad for some reason won’t work. I replaced the battery, but no go. My next move is to reset the keypad to the door opener and if that doesn’t work, try to change the code. Thank you so much.

[@keithp115]

I never knew just hitting the enter button would close the door. Thanks for the info!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hahaha, I know. I actually only learned that recently. Also handy if your neighbor leaves their door open at night on accident, you can just walk over and press enter to help them out.

[@jennm1351]

Neither did I and I’ve been living here for over 10 years!!!

[@ssj4bountyhunter624]

Hitting enter does not close my door anymore. How do I fix this so it does it again?

[@onyourbloccK]

@@ssj4bountyhunter624 If the model is a Chamberlain or liftmaster it will work it's it's a genie or craftsman it won't work

[@neilbrookins8428]

@@onyourbloccK I have two different craftsman openers. The older one will not close when just pressing enter. Whereas the newer one will always close with just enter. The difference is that the newer one has a down arrow on the enter button, but the older one just says enter and does not have an arrow printed on the button.

[@gregb696]

Thanks for the well done video. I looked at several before getting to your video which helped me resolve the problem without buying a new keypad. I changed the keypad to four different numbers since the other numbers were worn down over the last ten years.

[@Limitless1717]

Dude. Thank you so much! I bought my house 5 years ago, and recently the keypad stopped working. I just assumed it was hardwired, especially given that the freaking battery lasted 5 years! hahahaha! Anyway, thanks again! Take care!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Always nice when the fix is easier than expected 🙂

[@yaynarutoyay]

EHR and Lee! Did the keypad remember the code or did you have to hit the learn button and reset the passcode?!

[@polleyba]

@@yaynarutoyay My keypad remembered the old code after replacing the battery.

[@canyonrider493]

Clear, concise and helpful. This was the best home fixit I’ve ever seen on KZbin. Immediate subscription. Thanks

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Welcome to the team 👊

[@Qfunkyfresh]

I always thought these were hardwired. Thank you for saving me 150 and a home visit from a repair man!

[@polleyba]

Call me shocked. My keypad has been out for 6 months and I was about to call an electrician because I didn't see anything wrong with the "wiring". How shocked I was when you said it had a battery. Unscrewed mine and there was the 9v battery. Why does it look like there is a small white wire running from the front of the garage to the opener motor??? THANK YOU SO MUCH for solving my problem.

[@rebyooper9358]

Thanks. All I needed to do was change the battery and this video showed me how to get the cover off.

[@coraleebarrow7260]

Thank you - after watching this video I went out there and fixed my problem! Keypad is working perfectly now.

[@garysolberg1923]

Thank you! Problem resolved. (I didn't know there was a battery in the key pad) Easy fix!!

[@truthtone58]

thank you sir. Went out and changed the battery and now the keypad works fine. I told my wife I just cant be doing this stuff for free that she will have to pay. She gave me a high five.

[@bobdukelow7530]

I followed his instructions, changed the keypad code, and it worked perfectly. Thanks.

[@lizzyliz2367]

Wow, why doesn't my husband just fix this is something I keep harping on. Now I know it's an easy fix that I could do! Thank you! Going to work on it today. 😊

[@Dribble51]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge. As a DIY person I've been able to complete more projects around the house.

[@deeknight2783]

You sir are my new favorite goto! I've been trying to figure out for hours what I was doing wrong. Watched your video and knocked it out! Thank you!!!!

[@roman0robert]

I also thought the keypad was hardwired to the house's power. DOH! Thank you very much for your video. Saved me an embarrassing call to the garage door opener installer. I would have looked like a schmuck.

[@eadlman]

Amazing!! This was so simple and so helpful. Who knew it worked like this. My keypad was worn out, changed the code and now it works!

[@kenharrington2705]

Much Appreciated, Enjoy your 'No Nonsense' way of explain a fix and Your level of detail.

[@jimdandy6472]

You mentioned that sometimes the keypad wears out on frequently used keys. I had notice that mine worked intermittently and sometimes I noticed pressing a key either did or did not light things up. Put in a new code not using any of the old numbers and it works great again. Thanks!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Nice 👊 thanks for confirming you also saw that scenario.

[@spkidd]

I had the same problem. I reprogrammed 10 times and it wouldn't work. So tried new numbers and it works fine now. Thank you for saving me time and money.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

@@spkidd great, glad this helped solve your problem 👍

[@vidyadharabhyankar316]

Simple and straight forward analysis and renewal instructions. Good job indeed

[@JohnS-um3lm]

Really helpful, never knew that just pushing enter would close door without the code and one of my numbers was worn out so I just changed the code and presto….worked perfectly.

[@ClutchPictures]

Using different numbers on the keypad worked for me! Thank you!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Boom 💥 🙌

[@rickowens6812]

Thanks for this video. Saved me replacing my keypad. Did not consider that numbers may wear out. Changed to different numbers and all good.

[@brendadintiman49]

Thanks! Great help and it worked!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks so much!

[@ShereeGable-f8x]

Thank you so much! I had no idea there was a battery inside this keypad. I replaced the battery and hurray It all works again.

[@hmhollingsworth]

Always thought this darn keypad was hard-wired! Who knew there was a (dead) battery in there?! THANK YOU!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Makes sense and I bet most people assume the same. Easy fix 🙌

[@dipaksaraiya7315]

Thank you. You save me money and help to fix my problem. Both battery and key numbers needed to change. Very useful video.

[@zahirparyani2178]

Same comments as everyone...very helpful and concise instructions! Helped a lot. Thanks!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Here to help 👍

[@jordangeorge4463]

Excellent video I’ve tried changing the battery it still didn’t work then I replaced it. Thank you for showing how easy it is to replace. It worked very quickly within five minutes. Very helpful

[@rebeccaspence2989]

Very helpfull video. The instructions that came with my universal remote were completely different then the steps in this video and did not pair the remote to my Genie 2028 opener. After watching this video I was able to pair my remote in about 30 seconds.

[@flashbang217]

haha I always thought mine was hardwired. Thanks for the concise video. My battery finally died after over 10 years. Just be careful, the battery was rusted to the connector and I almost broke the battery clip taking the battery out.

[@ronaldbrazier8763]

Thanks!! I only needed to change the battery and voila! The backlights were all working but this simple act of changing the battery fixed the problem. I believe it was the original battery since installation.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Always nice to find an easy fix 👍

[@norachee9033]

Thank you! Your video is so simple and easy to follow. You made my Thanksgiving even better the garage door is now working.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks Nora, appreciate the kind words and have a great Thanksgiving 🦃

[@tonibenavides3184]

This video was a big help. It saved me the expense of calling an electrician. I thought the keypad was electric wired.

[@berts4877]

Not all openers support the 1 button close. I replaced the Keypad after having changing codes a few times over the years. I was going to setup the 1 button close feature, but the instructions said it wasn't available on openers manufactured prior to 2006, the case for my craftsman opener.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Bert, appreciate the feedback.

[@PrettyMs526]

I just replaced the battery. Thanks for the backlight tip. I’ll check that

[@mitrasey7528]

Amazing solution to change the code, especially on older garage door openers. Thanks.

[@hart60]

Thanks very much I entered a new code and it works fine now. I can bring back the new keypad from Home Depot and save $42.00!

[@cel7104]

Thank you making this video. Such a simple fix to something I thought was a way bigger problem. Clear and concise. I will definitely be subscribing.

[@matthewcurry425]

Really appreciate your thoughtful and straight forward descriptions and troubleshooting instructions! :-)

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help Matt, appreciate the kind words 👍

[@petekobraoutdoors7324]

Thanx for the video, you helped me fix my keypad for my garage door. 😀

[@atilaedeer7753]

Excellent instructions, I have resolved the issue with my keypad.

[@kristenmeere4679]

Thank you so much for this! I had no idea these were so simple. You just saved me worry and money.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You are so welcome!

[@jennc5995]

Thank you so much! It was the wiring in the pad and I was able to get a new one on Amazon. Thanks!

[@craigthompson8183]

Great video thank you so much. Mine was always taking three or four tries I changed the code to some fresh unused numbers as you suggested and it seems to be working great now thank you again!!

[@ptana27]

Thank you for your help! You are a great instructor and gave clear explanations and instructions!👍

[@nathanthomas5709]

Thanks for this video. It appears that one of the numbers I was using must have gotten overused and maybe the button is damaged because when I switched to numbers that I wouldn't typically use, my keypad is now working. Much appreciated

[@deborahcannon6171]

Thank you so much for sharing this information ~ it's just what I needed. Wishing you and your loved ones many blessings!

[@Okmike6857]

Excellent video! Very easy to follow, understand and perform! Thank you!!

[@malcorub]

Over ten years in the house and I never realized I didn't need to enter the key code to close the garage from the outside. Thank you and Happy Holidays!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hahaha, don’t feel bad it took me years as well. Enjoy the Holidays as well 👍

[@angelaland359]

Thank you so much! You have saved me quite a bit of money, ordering a new keypad now. Thank you thank you!

[@downtownbrown35]

Once again KZbin to the rescue! Thanks!

[@harrydonald3674]

As a Christian, I appreciate people who treat others the same way that they would like to be treated by sharing invaluable help. Thank you for relieving me of just one more unnecessary headache

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Happy to help!

[@YoungBlaze]

? What if you were not a Christian? Could this still help me?

[@fern9234]

@@YoungBlaze I'm an atheist and it also helped me so I'd say yes. Also, no one has a monopoly on being kind so we are all covered there as well. Have a great day 😃

[@pbondcasa]

I agree!

[@LaneBatman-c2v]

As a human, I appreciate people who treat others and live by the golden rule. Christians do not have a monopoly on morals and ethics. I actually find that many self proclaimed religious people find some need in it. I do not. And can also improve upon biblical morals. Does this make me a better person than god? Maybe… in theory it does, that’s a fact. Just being a bit of a smart booty but I had to. Free will is also not a thing… spread love and be kind. I hope you can hear this msg in a positive and kind tone as that’s what I intend it to be heard with… the golden rule sure does go a long long way. But to get us the rest the way to near perfect action is to also not assume others want to be treated exactly like we do and ask. And as long as the treatment doesn’t violate a law or your own set of morals and ethics that’s actually an even better way to go about it… anyway, just trying to make the Bible better.. and don’t forget to change your garage key pad and batteries!

[@paulcantrell7020]

The suggestion to replace the battery is a good one. Everyone attempting to reprogram their wall mounted key pad ought to replace the battery at the outset. It could be contributing to your problem and it's probably due for replacement.

[@gsd0519]

nice! Changed my code to avoid the old numbers and it worked! Thanks!

[@Mlb9894]

Thank you! This solved my issue exactly, keys were worn out (13 years old)

[@happygirl8298]

Thank you. It was still difficult, but your video helped a lot. There’s got to be a better way to make these so that you can open it and replaced the batteries without so much trouble.

[@mariocortez209]

Push against the top part battery cover then slide it down and should come off with ease

[@claytongumbley4887]

Thankyou was about to purchase new keypad but your tip was right on put in new code with new numbers worked like a charm

[@rikkiburpee1564]

Thank you so much for this!! This was the easiest best explained video I’ve found…hopefully I’ll be back to say it worked by tomorrow!

[@n.k.4380]

Thank You Scott for making this easy to follow video as this is the issue I was having with my keypad.

[@kenc2257]

Good info. Nice reminder/tip about using the "enter" button (at the bottom of the keypad) to 'close' an open door. We've had powered garage doors for decades, and only 'discovered' this was a feature a few years ago [we used to enter the 4-digit code anytime we wanted to open AND/OR close the door]

[@kathyann8974]

Me, too.

[@MikesDIY]

To be fair, that feature wasn’t on older openers. It’s been around for at least 10 years, but even then it wasn’t on all brands.

[@robertmcdonough1919]

Good video. Although I don't use the pad too often, the battery never lasts very long. I always test the new battery before replacing the older one, so I'm sure the new battery is good. Appreciate your advice. Bob

[@joelblauvelt6749]

Battery should last for years unless backlight is stuck ON...

[@christinehinton1590]

Thank you!!! Ordered a new keypad and hoping that does the trick.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Yeah, some times it is well worth just getting a new one to save time.

[@mobilecomptrek]

I was fixing one of my garage door buttons when the keypad stopped working. I thought they were related but probably not. It had also gotten very cold that night. After much troubleshooting, it turns out that one of the keys did not work. Reprogrammed it and now it’s working fine.

[@Weezulguy]

Great trick for the dead buttons, appreciate it!

[@lynndrake7158]

Thank you! Did not know there was a battery 🙂! Will try that first before replacing.

[@shelleymattson9028]

Thank you! The backlight was on, but I went ahead and put in a new battery as you suggested and it is working again!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Great! 👍

[@shelbymustang3049]

KZbin Everything! Thanks Dude! 🇺🇸

[@ydnarnitram]

Echoing what others said! Duh, I thought it was hardwired. And I didn't know that you could just hit the enter button to close it!!! thanks very simple very concise》 very very helpful!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

I still find myself punching in the code to close the door out of habit 🤦‍♂️

[@azwildcats69]

I also didn't know that. The reason I thought it was hard wired is I've never replaced the battery. It finally went out about 6 months ago. It's ten years old. Rarely used though.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

@@azwildcats69 10 years is not a bad run 💪🔋

[@cheriemurrain9415]

very helpful ...thank you ...I actually was going to call someone to come look at my garage opener until I saw this video

[@jakeahtone]

Took his advice, it worked. Thanks.

[@KLiekefett]

Thanks!

[@donaldH939]

Thanks for the video, you just saved me $150 bucks.!

[@Anthony-pj3lp]

After watching lots of videos with no success I found the answer. You have to bring the device close to your learn button. Press learn slowly two times. Put in a 4 digit code then hold enter. I could not get it to work until I removed the screw and brought it close to my learn button.