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What battery a garage door remote takes

Garage remotes most often use a small 12-volt A23 battery or a CR2032 coin cell. The type is printed on the old battery and usually inside the case.

Common types
A23 (12 V) or CR2032
How to be sure
Read the old battery or the case label
What battery a garage door remote takes
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If it still does not open

Check the opener’s own power and lock (vacation) button on the wall panel. Some remotes need to be paired again after a long time without power.

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Sources

General guidance for this kind of product, written by Sureno. Check your own model’s manual too.

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