Sears Craftsman LiftMaster Chamberlain Garage Door Opener Wireless Keypad Model 976LM Security+ Logo
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It goes up about 10 in. and then down about 10

My garage door opener goes up about 10 in. and then down about 10 inches. I think it's the LED lights how do I fix that?

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You most likely have a broken door spring or a stripped drive gear. If by LED lights you mean the door sensors, they only work when the door is closing.

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