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HOMELINK Remote Control System: Test

NOTE: If the HomeLink will not open the client's garage, do the following procedures.
  1. Press any of the buttons on the HomeLink unit.
    • If the red indicator comes on, go to step  3.
    • If the red indicator does not come on, go to step 2.
  2. Measure the voltage between the No. 1 (+) and No. 2 (-) terminals of the roof console 20P connector (A). There should be battery voltage.
    • If the voltage is not as specified, check for these problems:
      • A blown No. 6 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
      • A faulty under-dash fuse/relay box.
      • An open in the wire.
      • Poor ground (G601).
    • If the voltage is specified, go to step 3.
      Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Roof Console 20P Connector Terminals 1 And 2
      G05488019Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Make sure the Genie remote transmitter (test remote) has fresh batteries.
  4. Clear any previously learned codes by pressing and holding the two outside buttons (A) on the HomeLink unit (B) for about 20 seconds. When the red indicator (C) on the unit starts blinking, release the buttons.
    Fig 2: Identifying Homelink Unit And Red Indicator, Buttons
    G05488020Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Point the test remote transmitter (A) straight up exactly 4.0 in. (101.6 mm) away from the HomeLink unit(B).
    Fig 3: Identifying Remote Transmitter Button And Homelink Unit Buttons
    G05488021Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Press and hold the test transmitter button and one of the HomeLink unit buttons (C) at the same time.
  7. Wait for about 20 seconds while watching the red indicator (D) on the HomeLink unit.
    • If the red indicator starts out blinking slowly and then blinks faster, the unit is OK. Release the buttons, then clear the learned code (see step  1). Explain to the client that garage door remote transmitters come in two types: fixed code and rolling code. Each type has its own programming method, and each method is covered in the owner's manual. If the customer has concerns about the HomeLink unit, have the client contact the HomeLink the assistance desk at 800-355-3515. On the internet, go to www. homelink. com.
    • If the red indicator does not blink, faulty HomeLink unit; replace the roof console (see INTERIOR LIGHT SWITCH TEST/REPLACEMENT ).