Effortless Genie Car Programming: HomeLink and Car2U Setup Guide

Integrating your car’s remote system with your Genie garage door opener offers unparalleled convenience. No more fumbling for a separate remote – simply press a button in your car, and you’re in. HomeLink and Car2U are the leading in-car technologies that make this seamless integration possible. Typically found on your car’s visor or overhead console, these systems communicate directly with your garage door opener. Unlike traditional handheld remotes, HomeLink and Car2U are powered by your vehicle’s electrical system, eliminating the need for battery replacements. Genie garage door openers are fully compatible with both HomeLink and Car2U. HomeLink-equipped vehicles usually feature a single LED indicator and often display a house icon on the center button. Car2U systems are recognizable by three LED lights positioned above each button.

Programming Your HomeLink System for Genie Garage Door Openers

For detailed instructions in PDF format, please refer to this HomeLink Programming Guide. A helpful video tutorial is also available here.

Step 1: Clearing Existing HomeLink Programming

To begin programming your HomeLink system with your Genie garage door opener, it’s recommended to clear any previous programming. This ensures a clean setup and prevents conflicts.

1. Press and hold the first and third buttons on your HomeLink system simultaneously.
2. Continue holding both buttons for approximately 20 seconds. Initially, the indicator light will blink slowly, then it will transition to a rapid blink.
3. Once the indicator light is blinking rapidly, release both buttons. Your HomeLink system is now cleared and ready for new programming.

NOTE: Clearing the HomeLink system will erase all previously programmed garage door openers. You will need to reprogram any other devices you had connected.

Step 2: Training HomeLink with Your Genie Remote Control

Next, you will train your car’s HomeLink system to recognize the signal from your Genie garage door opener remote.

1. Select the HomeLink button you wish to use for your Genie garage door opener.
2. Position your Genie remote control approximately two inches away from the chosen HomeLink button.
3. Press and hold the button on your Genie remote control that you typically use to open your garage door.
4. While still holding the Genie remote button, press and hold the selected HomeLink button simultaneously.
5. Keep both buttons pressed until the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow blink to a rapid blink.
6. Once the rapid blinking begins, release both buttons. HomeLink has now learned the frequency from your Genie remote.

Step 3: Programming HomeLink to Your Genie Garage Door Opener

The final step involves synchronizing your HomeLink system with your Genie garage door opener unit. The procedure varies slightly depending on whether you have a newer or older Genie model.

For Newer Genie Garage Door Openers (with a Program Button):

1. Locate the PROGRAM button on your Genie garage door opener powerhead. This button is usually found on the motor unit in your garage.
2. Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the round blue LED indicator light turns ON. Then, release the button. The long purple LED will start flashing, indicating the opener is in programming mode.
3. Press and hold the chosen HomeLink button in your car for two seconds, and then release.
4. Press and hold the same HomeLink button again for another two seconds, and then release. The long LED on the garage door opener will flash blue and then turn off, confirming the signal reception.
5. To finalize the programming, press the HomeLink button a few more times until your Genie garage door begins to move.

For Older Genie Garage Door Openers (with a Learn Button):

1. Locate the learn code button (often referred to as the “Learn” button) on your Genie garage door opener powerhead.
2. Press and release the learn code button. A red LED indicator light will begin to blink, signaling that the opener is ready to learn a new code.
3. Press the desired HomeLink button in your car one time. The red LED on the garage door opener will stop blinking and remain on.
4. Press the same HomeLink button one more time. The red LED will turn off.
5. Press the HomeLink button again to test the programming. Your Genie garage door should now activate.

NOTE: For further assistance or more detailed instructions, consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual, visit www.homelink.com, or the Genie Company website at www.GenieCompany.com.

Programming Your Car2U System for Genie Garage Door Openers

For comprehensive instructions in PDF format, please see this Car2U Programming Guide.

Step 1: Resetting Car2U to Factory Default Settings

Resetting your Car2U system to its factory defaults is a crucial first step, especially if you’re encountering programming issues or have previously programmed other openers. The default Car2U button assignments are:

• Button 1 = Genie® Manufactured Openers
• Button 2 = LiftMaster® Manufactured Openers
• Button 3 = Wayne Dalton® Manufactured Openers

Car2U buttons integrated into a car's interior, demonstrating in-vehicle garage access

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 3 on your Car2U system simultaneously.
2. Maintain pressure on both buttons for approximately 20 seconds, or until all three LED indicators begin to flash.
3. Once all three LEDs are flashing, release both buttons. Your Car2U system is now reset to its factory default settings.

NOTE: Resetting the Car2U system will erase all previously programmed garage door openers and revert the buttons to their default manufacturer assignments.

Step 2: Programming Car2U to Your Genie Garage Door Opener

Now, you will program your Car2U system to operate your Genie garage door opener. Similar to HomeLink, the process slightly differs for newer and older Genie models.

For Newer Genie Models (with a Program Button):

1. Locate the PROGRAM button on your Genie garage door opener powerhead.
2. Press and hold the PROGRAM button until the round blue LED indicator illuminates and remains ON. Then, release the button. The long purple LED will begin to flash.
3. Press and hold the desired Car2U button for two seconds, and then release.
4. Press and hold the same Car2U button again for another two seconds, and then release. The long LED on the garage door opener will flash blue and then turn off, confirming the signal.
5. Press the Car2U button several more times until your garage door activates.

For Older Genie Models (with a Learn Button):

1. Locate the learn code button on your Genie garage door opener powerhead.
2. Press and release the learn code button. The red LED indicator will start blinking.
3. Press the chosen Car2U button one time. The red LED on the garage door opener will stop blinking and stay illuminated.
4. Press the same Car2U button one more time. The red LED will turn off.
5. Press the Car2U button again to test. Your Genie garage door should now respond.

Step 3: Reassigning a Car2U Button for Genie Openers

If you wish to use a button other than button 1 (the default Genie button) for your Genie garage door opener, follow these steps to reassign a Car2U button:

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 3 for just one second and release. All three LEDs on the Car2U system will light up solid red.
2. Press and hold the button you wish to reassign to Genie (either button 2 or 3). The corresponding LED will begin to flash. While continuing to hold this button, press and release button 1. Then, press and release button 1 again.
3. Release the button you held down in step 2 and wait for the LED to stop flashing. This button is now programmed for your Genie opener. Repeat this step to program a second button for another Genie opener if needed.

NOTE: For further assistance, refer to your vehicle’s manual, visit learcar2u.com, or the Genie Company website www.GenieCompany.com.