Difficulty Level: Intermediate | Time Required: 10 Minutes | Tools Required: None | Related Parts, Products, Services or Technology: None
You can program a Universal Remote on your center display to replace your physical remotes. You can do this for garage door openers, security systems and other home devices.
Program a Universal Remote
The process to program a Universal Remote is time sensitive. Make sure you’re ready to complete the next step quickly. It may be helpful to have another person assist you.
The following instructions are for garage door openers, but you can follow similar steps for other compatible devices.
- Park outside in front of your garage. There should be a clear path between the vehicle and the garage door receiver.
- Have your garage door opener handheld remote with you in the vehicle. Make sure it has new batteries so the signal is strong.
- On your vehicle’s center display, tap the Controls App, then tap Universal Remotes. You may have to tap See More Controls to see the icon.
- Tap Add Remote.
- Select Yes if your opener came with a handheld transmitter. If not, follow the alternate steps on screen.
- Hold the transmitter about 1-3 in. away from your rearview mirror. Press and hold the handheld transmitter button. Don’t let go until Signal Found appears on the center display.
- Once the signal is found, you can test the Universal Remote System by tapping the Test button on the screen. You may need to press the Test button several times.
a. If the garage door moves, programming was successful. Tap It Worked on the screen to complete the process.
b. If the garage door did not move, tap It Didn’t Work and continue to step 8. - On the garage door motor unit, which is usually mounted near the ceiling of your garage, press the Learn button located near the antenna wire. Return to your vehicle and press the Test button again.
a. If the garage door moves, programming was successful. Tap It Worked on the screen to complete the process.
b. If it’s still not working, check your Owner’s Manual for other steps you might need to take to program your remote.
If you need help programming your Universal Remote, visit the HomeLink website or call HomeLink at (800) 355-3515.
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To find out if your vehicle has this feature, contact your dealer or refer to your vehicle’s equipment list. Please check your vehicle's Owner's Manual for more information about features.