How to program a fixed code in the Universal Door opener (on visor)

[inmanlanier]

I just realized I posted the below in a 4th generation forum (DOH). It belongs here

I have a vintage (1980's) Craftsman fixed code garage door opener that still works like a charm. I've decided to try and program my 2012 Expedition to open it. The manual has two sets of instructions - one for rolling codes (modern openers) and a different set of instructions for the fixed code operators (like mine). They have you manually key in each dipswitch setting going from 1 to 9 (+ is left button, neutral is middle button, and - is right button). I've tried it and it doesn't work. Note that my remote has 9 dipswitches, and the opener only 8 dipswitches (the start at switch 2). I've tried both ways with no luck.

Anyone had success with my vintage Expedition on the fixed code openers?

2012 EL XLT as delivered with added rear camera

 

[Motorcity muscle]

You should have the buttons on the sunvisor or overhead console. Just programed ‘07 for gate and garage door just using the existing remotes and home link buttons

 

[inmanlanier]

Yes, I have the buttons on the sunvisor. Yes, I have programmed rolling code openers successfully using the remotes. That DOES NOT apply to fixed code devices, however.