Liftmaster Garage Door Light Does Not Work

Remote control only works when it is close to the garage door opener.

Liftmaster garage door light does not work.

When the safety sensor is not properly aligned or something is obstructing the light beam the garage door will fail to close. Not able to program a new remote control or keypad. To troubleshoot your liftmaster safety sensors. Check for a blinking light on the multi function door control panel.

The liftmaster garage door opener lights will flash for ten times. If you are experiencing any of the above issues replace the light bulbs with cfl bulbs or. Refer to your product manual to ensure your light bulbs do not exceed the recommended size and wattage for your unit. If you hear a click replace the light socket if you do not hear a click replace the logic board.

If the light is blinking push the lock button to turn off the lock feature. Check the fuse or breaker box. If the lamp works in the outlet the console power supply works. Listen for the light relay on the logic board to click.

Plug a lamp into the wall outlet that services the console to check the power. Eliminate any item in between the sensors. Check if something is blocking the way of the safety sensor. However if the lamp will not work in the outlet assume there is an electrical problem.

Bulbs will not work in older garage door openers and some people believe these new style bulbs can actually interfere with the transmitter and receiver causing the opener remotes to not work properly. If you are experiencing any of the following issues your light bulb may not be compatible.