Program Genie Garage Door Opener to Car: A Simple Guide

Integrating your Genie garage door opener with your car’s built-in remote system offers unparalleled convenience. No more fumbling for a separate remote – with systems like HomeLink and Car2U, opening your garage door is as simple as pressing a button in your car. These in-vehicle technologies are powered by your car’s electrical system, eliminating the need for batteries and providing a reliable, integrated solution. Genie garage door openers are fully compatible with both HomeLink and Car2U, ensuring a seamless setup for most vehicles. HomeLink systems are typically identified by a single LED indicator and often feature a house icon on the central button, while Car2U systems have three LED lights, one above each button.

Let’s explore how to program your Genie garage door opener to both HomeLink and Car2U systems, streamlining your daily routine.

Programming Your HomeLink System

For a comprehensive guide in PDF format, you can refer to Detailed PDF Instructions. A helpful video tutorial is also available Video found here.

Step 1: Clear Existing HomeLink Programming

Begin by clearing any previously programmed garage door openers from your HomeLink system. To do this, press and hold the first and third buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds. The HomeLink indicator light will initially blink slowly, then rapidly to confirm the system is cleared. Release both buttons after the rapid blinking begins.

Note: Clearing HomeLink will erase all prior programming. You will need to reprogram all devices if you clear the system.

Step 2: Pair HomeLink with Your Genie Remote

Next, you need to train your HomeLink system using your Genie garage door opener remote. Select the HomeLink button you wish to use for your Genie opener. Position your Genie remote 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. Continue holding both buttons until the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid blink. Once it blinks rapidly, release both buttons.

Step 3: Synchronize HomeLink with the Genie Opener Unit

The final step involves programming HomeLink directly to your Genie garage door opener motor 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. Press and hold this button until a round blue LED illuminates. Release the button; a long purple LED will start flashing.
2. Press and hold the HomeLink button you programmed in Step 2 for two seconds, then release. Repeat this press-and-release sequence one more time. The long LED on the opener will flash blue and then turn off.
3. Test the connection by pressing the programmed HomeLink button a few times. Your garage door should now activate.

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

1. Locate the learn code button on your Genie garage door opener powerhead. Press and release this button. A red LED indicator will begin to blink.
2. Press the desired HomeLink button once. The red LED on the opener will stop blinking and remain illuminated.
3. Press the same HomeLink button a second time. The red LED will turn off.
4. Test the programming by pressing the HomeLink button again. Your garage door should now operate.

Note: For further assistance, consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual, visit www.homelink.com, or www.GenieCompany.com.

Programming Your Car2U System

For detailed instructions in PDF format, refer to Detailed PDF Instructions.

Step 1: Reset Car2U to Factory Default Settings

The Car2U system comes with pre-programmed default settings: Button 1 is set for Genie® openers, Button 2 for LiftMaster®, and Button 3 for Wayne Dalton®. If you are programming a Genie opener and Button 1 is available, you may skip to Step 2. If you need to reprogram a button, start by resetting the Car2U system.

Car2U in-car system buttons for programming a Genie garage door opener

1. To reset, press and hold buttons 1 and 3 simultaneously for 20 seconds, or until all three LEDs begin to flash.
2. Release both buttons. The Car2U system is now reset to its factory default settings.

Note: Resetting Car2U will erase all programmed garage door openers.

Step 2: Program Car2U to Your Genie Opener

Programming Car2U to your Genie opener is similar to HomeLink, with slight variations for newer and older Genie models.

For Newer Genie Models (with a Program Button):

1. 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.
2. Press and hold your chosen Car2U button for two seconds and release. Repeat this press-and-release sequence one more time. The long LED will flash blue and then turn off.
3. Test the programming by pressing the Car2U button a few times to ensure the garage door operates.

For Older Genie Models (with a Learn Button):

1. Press and release the learn code button on your Genie garage door opener powerhead. The red LED will begin to blink.
2. Press the desired Car2U button once. The red LED will stop blinking and stay on.
3. Press the same Car2U button one more time. The red LED will turn off.
4. Press the Car2U button again to test if the garage door opens.

Step 3: Reassigning a Factory Default Button for a Genie Opener

If you wish to use Car2U buttons 2 or 3 for your Genie opener, you’ll need to reassign them from their default manufacturers.

1. Press and hold buttons 1 and 3 for ONE SECOND and release. All three LEDs will light up solid red.
2. Press and hold the button you want to reprogram for Genie (button 2 or 3). The corresponding LED will flash. While still holding this button, press and release button 1, and then press and release button 1 again.
3. Release the button you held in step 2 and wait for the LED to stop flashing. This button is now configured for your Genie opener. Repeat Step 2 if you need to program another button for a second Genie opener.

Note: For additional support, refer to your vehicle’s manual, visit learcar2u.com, or www.GenieCompany.com.

By following these steps, you can easily program your car’s HomeLink or Car2U system to your Genie garage door opener, adding convenience and simplifying your access every day.