Garage Door Keypad Not Working?

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This is a classic repair that can get pushed off for months or years. Take a couple minutes, watch this video, and get you keypad back up and running!
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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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@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😊

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@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! 👍

[@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🇨🇦

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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. :)

[@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.

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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 :)

[@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 👍

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@bobdukelow7530]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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 👍

[@charlescarrigan-r8q]

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

[@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...

[@coraleebarrow7260]

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

[@justinphillips9160]

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

[@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!

[@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

[@Qfunkyfresh]

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

[@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 👍

[@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.

[@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!!!!

[@Dribble51]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@chrisscott9546]

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

[@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. 😊

[@vidyadharabhyankar316]

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

[@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.

[@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 👊

[@kenharrington2705]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@zahirparyani2178]

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

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Here to help 👍

[@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 👍

[@rebyooper9358]

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

[@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 🙌

[@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.

[@garysolberg1923]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@tonibenavides3184]

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

[@ClutchPictures]

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

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Boom 💥 🙌

[@PrettyMs526]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@sptrader6316]

If the buttons you use for your code are worn out, simply re-program your opener with a different code that uses different numbers. Good video.

[@dwightl5863]

A yeah he said that in the video.

[@Paul-tg2yz]

the problem I have is My car remote worked. I added a wireless keypad that works but now my cars remote doesn't work. the button in the garage works either way but that is wired in. This a 1/2 HP craftsman. Thankyou liked and subscribed

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Paul, Not sure if this is your problem but if you run into a scenario that the controller yo just programmed works but then the other starts not working it usually means the garage door opener memory is full. The best path forward is to start fresh. Press and hold the learn button on your garage door opener for about 10 seconds or until the LED light turns off. This means all remotes/keypads previously programmed have been erased. Then just program your remote and keypad. You should have plenty of room to program both. Let me know if that works for you. Thanks!

[@ptana27]

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

[@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

[@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! 👍

[@thomassawyer6523]

I just happen to have a Chamberlain, and I was hoping you were going to address another issue with the cover - which is that a good wind will raise the cover and leave it raised. Because the cover doesn't "snap" into place in the down position, I was hoping you had an idea of a nice rig for it that "on the outside" doesn't mar its appearance. I am subscribed, but I did so on another video you have regarding electrical wiring.

[@Just_a_normal_guy11]

Nice to the point video. I also see that you replied to all of them which is REALLY great. I bought this house about 7 years back.(Brand new). I have this problem since begining that we don't use keypad at all. I try several time but it did not work. I change battery and reset key several times but it works for day or 2 then stop working. I am sure that new battery last more than 2 days. My problem is that why my keypad don't hold 4 digit code and why I have to replace battery very often, Please help me. Thanks.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Have you tried changing your code and not using any of the same numbers? Wonder if 1 of the numbers in the current number sequence you are using has a bad switch on the circuit board. Might be worth a try.

[@Just_a_normal_guy11]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Thanks for your quick reply. Realy appreciate you. We rarely use key pad. But everytime I check code was not working, even I change battery it may work one or two times. But after I watching this video yesterday, I come up another video in recombination by KZbin, it tells that take 9v battery out and check connector, it may be loose. which I did and found out that -ve pole of connector from keypad was spinnig, so I took small punch and hit with hammer on it and fix the connector, and problem solved. Lets see how long it last.

[@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!

[@hassanalkhames2450]

This helped A LOT! thank you sir. (my code been the same for a long time, fixed it by changing to a new one)

[@mitrasey7528]

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

[@dipaksaraiya7315]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@Mlb9894]

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

[@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!

[@bobbywobby1141]

Was about to buy a new keypad and saw your video. The numbers were worn out, thanks!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Awesome, glad to help!

[@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 💪🔋

[@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 🦃

[@cheriemurrain9415]

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

[@lynndrake7158]

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

[@gsd0519]

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

[@n.k.4380]

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

[@mikefish99]

I have the same opener. If water has gotten into the battery compartment you will find the battery clip rotted. I replaced the clip and after putting a new battery in I filled the void around the battery and clip with SILICONE PASTE. Never had a problem again. The rest of the unit is very weather safe...

[@benharrison1069]

Scott, thank you for this video in that it cleared up how this keypad operates that I didn't realize. One question, however, I have a Craftsman garage door keypad and opener. I can open that garage door by entering the code and pressing Enter. I can then just press Enter to close the garage door. However, if I press the Enter key again with no code entered the garage door opens again. Does this ability to open the garage door by just pressing the Enter key time out? If so, how long does it take to time out? This is an obvious security risk if it does not time out.

[@dona8348]

20 seconds

[@angelaland359]

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

[@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. 😀

[@JohnnyRawks]

Thanks. Great information! When I enter my code and hit enter, all the numbers flash in unison, and the door will not open. Could this be a battery issue?

[@JohnnyRawks]

@@coltoncaballero Replacing the battery in the keypad solved it.

[@ANJIN-p4q]

@johnmclaughlin9325 well what do you know! I had the same exact problem and replacing the battery did the job.

[@JohnnyRawks]

@@ANJIN-p4q Great to hear it. Merry Christmas. Cheers!

[@jessepinkman7349]

Thanks everyone for this post. I’m from the northeastern area of the USA and we were caught in some extreme weather recently. I thought maybe that had something to do with it.( Cold, Ice etc..) You are all confirming what I believe is a low battery issue. Happy New Year 🎉

[@jessepinkman7349]

Just replaced the battery last night. I noticed right away all the lights were much brighter and sure enough the keypad works great now. Let’s all have a Brighter New Year.🌞✨🎉

[@stevenmoomey2115]

When replacing the battery, make sure you NEVER Reverse Polarity touch the Terminals, not even for a Second! I have a Relative, that was constantly loosing Key Pads, and it was due to her, not paying close attention, when hooking a new battery up.

[@neilbrookins8428]

Steven Moomey: this happened to me as a child, I changed the battery on a handheld video game and only briefly touched the battery backwards. It never worked again after that. I learned my lesson and have never made that mistake again.

[@DianaTorres-tl3xd]

@@neilbrookins8428 so if you do this by accident does that mean that the pad will no longer work? I am still getting nothing after replacing the battery and not sure what to do at this point.

[@neilbrookins8428]

@@DianaTorres-tl3xd is the battery good? Does the backlight turn on? You can replace the entire keypad if it’s bad. I think I paid about $25 the last one I replaced.

[@Weezulguy]

Great trick for the dead buttons, appreciate it!

[@TruckeeDoggo]

FYI you may need to replace battery even if the LED backlighting on the keypad lights up when you press the keys, that doesn’t mean it’s sending a proper signal to your garage door

[@beeto11]

Great info. I will try this as mu key pad has been acting up. Thank you for your very informative video.

[@beejay325]

Thanks so much for the hint about the worn out key!