how do i set the garage opener??
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2004 C230k (SOLD), 2005 C230k (Lease ended), 2004 Carrera 4 Cab, 2007 530i
uh oh~! someone is gonna say RTFM really soon. Oops I just did it. Sorry!
Well anyways my manual is in the car but if I remember it right, you hold down first and third button for like 20 seconds til they blink, then hold down the button u wanna set and press $ hold your garage remote towards it and hold til the led blinks really fast then its set.....I think I have it right but again there is always the manual to refer to.
Well anyways my manual is in the car but if I remember it right, you hold down first and third button for like 20 seconds til they blink, then hold down the button u wanna set and press $ hold your garage remote towards it and hold til the led blinks really fast then its set.....I think I have it right but again there is always the manual to refer to.
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Originally Posted by Blake P
I followed the instructions in the manual and it never worked on the underground garage door in my apartment complex. 
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2004 C230k (SOLD), 2005 C230k (Lease ended), 2004 Carrera 4 Cab, 2007 530i
oh we have the same problem then. I heard those garage opener that has scramble codes wont work with our car. PRetty much what it is is everytime you open and close ur garage door, the code scrambles and regenerate itself. Thats why it can not be stored. I think thats what it is unless someone can clear it up.
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2005 Obsidian Black C230 Komp Sports Sedan, 2006 Iridium Silver ML350 SUV
press and hold the left button till they start blinking
press the same button again.. and HOLD...
press your garage openner the same time...
wait for like 5-10 seconds and let go both of them(i think the blinking will stop)
and your are set.
thats form what i rememberd..... its been a while since i set my garage openner last... i set it w/o reading the manual...hahah
press the same button again.. and HOLD...
press your garage openner the same time...
wait for like 5-10 seconds and let go both of them(i think the blinking will stop)
and your are set.
thats form what i rememberd..... its been a while since i set my garage openner last... i set it w/o reading the manual...hahah
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W206 PHEV AMG
Originally Posted by SiLvaC32
do i press the button once then use the remote then press the same one again?
RTFM JERRY!!!!!! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
just read that little booklet if you have the older garage open. If you have the new rolling code one you have to flip through the thick manual.
for the rolling code, there's a buttom on the garage opener itself (the motor base). You have to follow the same step to clear all the button and then climb up to the opener to press the button and then get back in the car and press the button you want to use couple time. Don't remember exactly how, but I did it on mine. It's all in the main manual.
Last edited by FrankW; Feb 22, 2005 at 05:07 AM.
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2008 E350
Try this link. Hope it helps. You could also try searching the forums. This question has been on here a lot. This is one site I found when searching the forums:
http://www.homelink.com/training/train.taf?do=2
Hope this helps.
GGM
http://www.homelink.com/training/train.taf?do=2
Hope this helps.
GGM
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i have no clue if my garage is a scramble code or not... it probably is, otherwise it'd work already.
frank... i can't find my manual. can you find it for me and gimme the directions?!?!? THANK YOU! Shieh shieh lah~ =)
frank... i can't find my manual. can you find it for me and gimme the directions?!?!? THANK YOU! Shieh shieh lah~ =)
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Originally Posted by SiLvaC32
i have no clue if my garage is a scramble code or not... it probably is, otherwise it'd work already.
frank... i can't find my manual. can you find it for me and gimme the directions?!?!? THANK YOU! Shieh shieh lah~ =)
frank... i can't find my manual. can you find it for me and gimme the directions?!?!? THANK YOU! Shieh shieh lah~ =)
scramble code are those new garage lift like the brand call Genie (sp??) or something.
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Midnight Blue 2004.5 C230 Kompressor Sport Sedan. 2002 w210 E320, 2009 w211 E350 Sport
Jerry,
Instructions from MBUSA Owners Online:
Rolling code programming
Instructions from MBUSA Owners Online:
Step 1
Turn your key to the ON position, but do not start the vehicle.
Step 2
To program the system for the first time, press and hold the two outer buttons of the in-vehicle Mercedes garage door opener (A and C). Release the buttons only when the indicator light begins to flash. This should take approximately 20 seconds. (If you are programming the more than one garage door opener buttons do not perform this step — proceed to step 3.)
Step 3
Hold your hand-held remote control (E) approximately 2 to 5 inches away from the in-vehicle remote control buttons (A, B, C), keeping the indicator lamp (D) in view.
Step 4
Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold one of the in-vehicle buttons you wish to program (A or B or C), as well as the hand-held transmitter button (E). If the in-vehicle button has not previously been programmed, the indicator lamp (D) will begin to flash slowly. DO NOT release the buttons until the indicator lamp changes from a slow to a rapid flash. If the button has already been programmed, the indicator lamp will only start flashing after 20 seconds. To erase any previous programming start from Step 2.
Step 5
Press and hold the programmed button (A, B or C), and watch the indicator lamp (D). If the indicator lamp is solid, the button is programmed and your garage door should open when the programmed button is pressed and released.
If the indicator lamp blinks rapidly for 2 seconds and then turns solid, this means you have a rolling code system. Rolling code is a security feature that helps prevent transmitter cloning. If your garage door opener uses rolling code, please proceed with the instructions below.
Turn your key to the ON position, but do not start the vehicle.
Step 2
To program the system for the first time, press and hold the two outer buttons of the in-vehicle Mercedes garage door opener (A and C). Release the buttons only when the indicator light begins to flash. This should take approximately 20 seconds. (If you are programming the more than one garage door opener buttons do not perform this step — proceed to step 3.)
Step 3
Hold your hand-held remote control (E) approximately 2 to 5 inches away from the in-vehicle remote control buttons (A, B, C), keeping the indicator lamp (D) in view.
Step 4
Using both hands, simultaneously press and hold one of the in-vehicle buttons you wish to program (A or B or C), as well as the hand-held transmitter button (E). If the in-vehicle button has not previously been programmed, the indicator lamp (D) will begin to flash slowly. DO NOT release the buttons until the indicator lamp changes from a slow to a rapid flash. If the button has already been programmed, the indicator lamp will only start flashing after 20 seconds. To erase any previous programming start from Step 2.
Step 5
Press and hold the programmed button (A, B or C), and watch the indicator lamp (D). If the indicator lamp is solid, the button is programmed and your garage door should open when the programmed button is pressed and released.
If the indicator lamp blinks rapidly for 2 seconds and then turns solid, this means you have a rolling code system. Rolling code is a security feature that helps prevent transmitter cloning. If your garage door opener uses rolling code, please proceed with the instructions below.
Rolling code programming
- The in-vehicle garage door opener buttons may be located on the overhead control panel. If you are unable to locate these buttons, please refer to your Owner's Manual, or phone the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES.
- A second person may make the following steps quicker and easier. Please use a ladder or other device to reach tall heights, and never stand on your vehicle to perform the next steps.
To program a garage door opener that uses rolling code, follow these instructions after completing Steps 1 through 5.
Step 6
Locate the "training" button on the garage door opener's motor head unit. Depending on the manufacturer of your garage door opener, the training button may also be called the "smart" or "learn" button.
Press the "training" button. After pressing the button you have 30 seconds to start Step 7.
Step 7
Firmly press the programmed in-vehicle garage door opener button (A, B or C), hold for two seconds and release. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence up to three times to complete the programming.
If you have difficulty programming your in-vehicle garage door opener buttons, please refer to your owner’s manual or phone the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372).
- A second person may make the following steps quicker and easier. Please use a ladder or other device to reach tall heights, and never stand on your vehicle to perform the next steps.
To program a garage door opener that uses rolling code, follow these instructions after completing Steps 1 through 5.
Step 6
Locate the "training" button on the garage door opener's motor head unit. Depending on the manufacturer of your garage door opener, the training button may also be called the "smart" or "learn" button.
Press the "training" button. After pressing the button you have 30 seconds to start Step 7.
Step 7
Firmly press the programmed in-vehicle garage door opener button (A, B or C), hold for two seconds and release. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence up to three times to complete the programming.
If you have difficulty programming your in-vehicle garage door opener buttons, please refer to your owner’s manual or phone the Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372).
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Originally Posted by yahooe500
Thanks for the instructions,but I tried it already. Like I said able to program my E500 ok, but 05 C230 wont work..
As for your situation, I looked at your reply and I'm not quite sure what the problem is. Did you program the e500 with the remote or the rolling code instructions? Either way, I can't really help you on that one. I have no clue why it would work for one car and not for another (unless maybe the sensor is bad in your C?) You should try calling the helpline. They actually helped me find the programming button on my garage motor (I couldn't find it at first)!
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Originally Posted by yahooe500
Thanks for the instructions,but I tried it already. Like I said able to program my E500 ok, but 05 C230 wont work..
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6 Hours Later and It's Working!
I finally was able to get my garage door (rolling code genie) with my C320. I will just share with you the two main points through my experience that finally got my opener working after reading all the posts about programming these things.
1.) If you have a rolling code garage opener you MUST program the remote to the car first. After you get that done you have to hit the button on your garage door motor (Mines was a red button under the light cover). Then run back to the car and press the button you want program 3 times at 2 seconds intervals. The door should work on the fourth try.
2.) MOST IMPORTANT STEP!!! Make sure your batteries in your garage door remote are good. I was able to open and close my door with my remote without any problems, but the batteries were to weak to program the car! Took me 6 hours to diagnose this problem. Please check this if you can't get the remote to make the led blink rapidly.
I used the directions at the top of this thread to program my car garage door opener. My problem was the battiers in my remote.
1.) If you have a rolling code garage opener you MUST program the remote to the car first. After you get that done you have to hit the button on your garage door motor (Mines was a red button under the light cover). Then run back to the car and press the button you want program 3 times at 2 seconds intervals. The door should work on the fourth try.
2.) MOST IMPORTANT STEP!!! Make sure your batteries in your garage door remote are good. I was able to open and close my door with my remote without any problems, but the batteries were to weak to program the car! Took me 6 hours to diagnose this problem. Please check this if you can't get the remote to make the led blink rapidly.
I used the directions at the top of this thread to program my car garage door opener. My problem was the battiers in my remote.
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1992 400E
RE: How do I program the garage door opener
I just bought my 2002 C230K about 10 days ago, and I tried programming the garage door opener using the manual and it did not work for me either. What worked for me was to follow the instruction in the Homelink web page. I believe the difference between the manual and the webpage is the depressing the remote for a few seconds and then releasing it, repeating that step until something blinks or something.
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I had the same problem. I got a new opener with the rolling codes and learn button on the opener. I followed the instructions and couldn't get it to work. Out of frustration I call MB from the car and in a matter of 2 minutes he had it working. I wish I could remember the sequence of instructions for you. My advice is call the MB 800 help number. Life is too short to go through all that bs.
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From: Darwin NT Australia
2005 C200 Sport Edition Sedan
Hi,
This may be a stupid question... but...:
As I dont have the garage door opener installed - is there any way to retrofit it?
Costs involved?
Difficulty?
Thanks
This may be a stupid question... but...:
As I dont have the garage door opener installed - is there any way to retrofit it?
Costs involved?
Difficulty?
Thanks
