Programming your Car2U® system to operate your Genie garage door opener enhances convenience and streamlines your daily routine. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for programming your in-car Car2U system to work seamlessly with your Genie garage door opener, ensuring smooth access to your garage. Whether you have a newer or older Genie model, follow these instructions to effortlessly link your Car2U system.
Programming Car2U® for Genie Models (Red Learn Button)
This procedure applies to Genie garage door openers with a red “Learn Code Button”.
- Locate the Learn Button: On your Genie garage door opener powerhead, find the “Learn Code” button.
- Initiate Learning Mode: Press and release the “Learn Code” button. The red LED indicator will start blinking, signaling that the receiver is ready to learn a new code.
- Press Car2U Button (First Time): Inside your car, press and hold the desired Car2U button for approximately one second, then release. Observe the red LED on the garage door opener – it should stop blinking and remain illuminated.
- Press Car2U Button (Second Time): Press and hold the same Car2U button again for one second, then release. The red LED on the garage door opener will turn off.
- Test the Connection: Press the programmed Car2U button once more. Your Genie garage door should now activate, confirming successful programming.
Note: If you are unable to locate the program button on your garage door opener’s powerhead, consult the user manual specific to your Genie opener model for detailed guidance.
Car2U® Programming for Newer Genie Models (Blue Learn Button)
For newer Genie garage door openers, particularly those manufactured after November 2011, the programming process is slightly different and typically involves a blue “Program” button. To determine if these steps apply, check your garage door opener’s serial number. If the first five digits are 11291 or higher, your model was made after November 2011 and these instructions are applicable. For serial numbers starting with 11290 or lower, refer to the “Before November 2011” section below.
Genie Models Manufactured After November 2011
- Enter Program Mode: Press and hold the “Program” button on your Genie powerhead until the round blue LED illuminates. Release the button. The long LED will then begin to flash purple, indicating it’s in programming mode.
- Car2U Button Synchronization: Press your chosen Car2U button in your vehicle for one second and release. Repeat this process, pressing the same Car2U button again for one second and releasing. After the second press, both the round and long LEDs on the garage door opener will turn blue momentarily before switching off.
- Final Test: Press the programmed Car2U button again. Your Genie garage door should now respond and operate, confirming successful Car2U programming.
Car2U® Programming for Genie Models Manufactured Before November 2011
If your Genie garage door opener’s serial number starts with 11290 or lower, indicating it was manufactured before November 2011, use the following steps:
- Activate Learning Sequence: Press and hold the “Program” button until both the round blue LED and the long blue LED are simultaneously lit. Release the button. Only the round blue LED should remain on.
- Initiate Purple Flash: Briefly press the “Program” button once more. The long purple LED will start flashing, indicating the system is ready to learn the Car2U signal.
- Synchronize Car2U Button: Press the desired Car2U button in your car for one second and release. Repeat this, pressing the same Car2U button again for one second and release. The long LED will flash blue and then turn off, signaling successful synchronization.
- Operation Check: Press the programmed Car2U button to test. Your Genie garage door should now open or close, demonstrating that the Car2U system is correctly programmed.
Note: Always refer to your Genie garage door opener’s user manual for specific instructions and safety guidelines if you encounter any difficulties or cannot locate the program button.
By following these guidelines, you can easily program your Car2U system to control your Genie garage door opener, adding convenience and modern technology to your vehicle’s functionality.
