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Genie 4042: Learn button and programming

Learn button
Genie Intellicode (square PROGRAM/SET or round LEARN CODE button)
Technology
Intellicode rolling code
Type
belt
myQ / Wi-Fi
No
Remembers
28 devices

Where it is: On the powerhead: a square PROGRAM/SET button next to the round and long LEDs.

✓ Checked against the maker's instructions · Genie 4042 owner's manual

Program a remote to the 4042

  1. Find the square PROGRAM/SET (PRGM) button on the opener powerhead.
  2. Hold it until the round LED turns blue, then let go; the long LED flashes purple (30-second window).
  3. Stand at least 5 ft from the opener and press the remote button slowly, twice.
  4. Both LEDs flash and go out when the remote is learned; press the button again to test.
  5. Repeat for each extra button or remote.

Program a keypad

  1. Make sure the keypad's backlight is off.
  2. Put the opener in programming mode: hold PROGRAM/SET until the round LED is blue, then release.
  3. Type your chosen PIN on the keypad.
  4. Press the UP/DOWN key slowly 3–4 times until the opener runs.

Program your car (HomeLink)

  1. Clear the HomeLink buttons first by holding the 1st and 3rd buttons until the indicator flashes fast (about 20 seconds).
  2. Hold the Genie remote about 2 in from the HomeLink button you want to use.
  3. Press and hold the remote button, then also press and hold the HomeLink button.
  4. Keep both held until the HomeLink indicator flashes slowly then quickly; release.
  5. Put the opener in programming mode (hold PROGRAM/SET until blue, then release).
  6. Press the HomeLink button for 2 seconds, release, and repeat until the door moves.

The first part happens in your car. Find your car's own steps in our car guides.

Erase all remotes

  1. Hold PROGRAM/SET until the round LED turns blue, then release (long LED flashes purple).
  2. Press and hold the UP and DOWN buttons together until both LEDs turn blue.
  3. Release: all remotes, keypads and car links are erased (wired wall console still works).
  4. Reprogram any remotes you want to keep.

After programming: test the safety reverse. Put a piece of wood or a roll of paper towels flat under the door and close it. The door should touch it and go back up. If it doesn't, don't use the opener until it's fixed.

Remotes and keypads that work with the 4042

Buying a replacement? Match the Learn button colour, not just the brand.

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