Integrating your car’s built-in remote system with your garage door opener adds convenience and streamlines your daily routine. If you’re wondering, “Can You Program Car Homelink To Genie Garage Door Opener?”, the answer is a resounding yes! Both HomeLink and Car2U are in-vehicle wireless control systems designed to operate your garage door, eliminating the need for a separate remote. These systems, typically found as three buttons located on your car’s visor or overhead console, are powered by your vehicle’s electrical system, meaning no more fumbling for batteries. Good news for Genie garage door opener owners: both HomeLink and Car2U are fully compatible with Genie openers.
Cars equipped with HomeLink usually feature a single LED indicator, often accompanied by a house icon above the center button. Car2U systems are identifiable by three LED lights, one above each button. Let’s dive into programming these systems to your Genie garage door opener.
Programming Your HomeLink System for Genie Garage Doors
For detailed instructions in PDF format, you can refer to the official HomeLink instructions. A helpful video tutorial is also available here. Follow these steps to program your HomeLink system:
Step 1: Clear Existing HomeLink Programming
Before programming a new garage door opener, it’s recommended to clear any previous settings. To do this, press and hold the first and third HomeLink buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds. The indicator light will initially blink slowly, then faster, indicating the system is clearing. Release both buttons once the rapid blinking begins. Note: This step will erase all previously programmed devices from your HomeLink system.
Step 2: Teach HomeLink Using Your Genie Remote
Select the HomeLink button you wish to use for your Genie garage door. Position your Genie remote control approximately two inches away from the chosen HomeLink button. Press and hold the button on your Genie remote and, at the same time, press and hold the selected HomeLink button. Keep both buttons pressed until the HomeLink indicator light transitions from a slow to a rapid blink. Once it blinks rapidly, release both buttons.
Step 3: Synchronize HomeLink with Your Genie Opener
The next steps differ slightly depending on whether you have a newer or older Genie garage door opener model.
For Newer Genie Garage Door Openers with a “Program” Button:
- Locate the “PROGRAM” button on your Genie garage door opener’s powerhead unit. Press and hold this button until a round blue LED illuminates, then release. A long purple LED will start flashing.
- Press and hold the HomeLink button you programmed for two seconds and release. Repeat this press and release process one more time. The long LED will flash blue and then turn off.
- Press the programmed HomeLink button several times until your garage door begins to move.
For Older Genie Garage Door Openers with a “Learn” Button:
- Find the “learn code” or “Learn” button on your Genie garage door opener motor unit. Press and release this button. A red LED indicator will start to blink.
- Press and release the desired HomeLink button once. The red LED will stop blinking and remain on.
- Press and release the same HomeLink button a second time. The red LED should now turn off.
- Press the HomeLink button again to activate your garage door.
For further assistance, consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual, visit www.homelink.com, or www.GenieCompany.com.
Programming Your Car2U System for Genie Garage Doors
Detailed PDF instructions for Car2U programming are available here.
By default, Car2U buttons are pre-set for specific brands: Button 1 for Genie, Button 2 for LiftMaster, and Button 3 for Wayne Dalton.
Car2U car garage door opener buttons on a car ceiling console
Step 1: Reset Car2U to Factory Defaults (If Needed)
If you need to reset your Car2U system, press and hold buttons 1 and 3 simultaneously for 20 seconds, or until all three LEDs begin to flash. Release both buttons. The Car2U system will now be reset to its factory default settings. Note: This will erase all previously programmed garage door openers.
Step 2: Program Car2U to Recognize Your Genie Opener
Programming steps vary slightly for newer and older Genie models.
For Newer Genie Models:
- Press and hold the “PROGRAM” button on your Genie garage door opener powerhead until the round blue LED turns ON. Release the button, and the long purple LED will start flashing.
- Press and hold your chosen Car2U button for two seconds and release. Repeat this press and release once more. The long LED will flash blue and then turn off.
- Press the Car2U button a few more times until the garage door operates.
For Older Genie Models:
- Press and release the “learn code” button on your Genie garage door opener powerhead. The red LED will begin to blink.
- Press the desired Car2U button one time. The red LED will stop blinking and become solid.
- Press the same Car2U button again. The red LED will turn off.
- Press the Car2U button again to test and operate your garage door.
Step 3: Reassigning Factory Default Buttons for Genie Openers (Optional)
If you wish to use a different Car2U button for your Genie opener than the default Button 1, follow these steps:
- Press and hold buttons 1 and 3 for just ONE SECOND and release. All three LEDs will illuminate solid red.
- Press and hold the button you wish to assign to Genie (Button 2 or 3). The corresponding LED will flash. While still holding this button, press and release Button 1, then press and release Button 1 again.
- Release the button you held in step 2 and wait for the LED to stop flashing. This button is now programmed for your Genie opener. Repeat Step 2 for programming a second Genie opener if needed.
For additional support, refer to your vehicle’s manual, visit learcar2u.com, or www.GenieCompany.com.
Programming your car’s HomeLink or Car2U system to your Genie garage door opener is a straightforward process that enhances your convenience and security. By following these step-by-step instructions, you can easily integrate these systems and enjoy seamless garage door operation from your vehicle.
