Universal Transmitter Programming: Notes

2004 Ford Pickup F350 Super Duty, 4D Pickup, 6.8 S, RWD, AutomaticSECTION Notes
WARNING: A garage door opening system that cannot stop or reverse itself after detecting an object in its path does not meet current federal safety standards. To decrease the risk of serious injury or death, do not use this HomeLink(R) universal transmitter with a door opening system that lacks stop and reverse features as required by federal standards. This includes any garage door opening system manufactured before April 1, 1982.
    CAUTION: During this procedure, the opening system being programmed will be made to operate. Make sure that people or objects are clear of the garage door or gate being programmed.
  1. Verify the hand-held transmitter is operative.
  2. Prepare for programming the universal transmitter by erasing all three channels (hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash [20-30 seconds]). Release both buttons.
    Fig 1: Releasing Both Buttons
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  3. Select one of the three universal transmitter channels to be programmed by pressing the desired button.
  4. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter 25-51 mm (1-2 inches) from the front surface of the universal transmitter so that the red light can still be seen.
  5. NOTE: For Canadian vehicles only: during programming, the hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds, which may not be long enough to program the universal transmitter. If programming this type of hand-held transmitter, continue to hold the button on the universal transmitter while re-pressing the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds.
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