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Nine times out of ten it is the safety sensors. What you must never touch is the torsion spring above the door.

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Beginner About 20 minGaragePro required

Video: PrecisionGarageDoor (YouTube) — hand-picked by Xiane and matched to the written steps below.

Never loosen, adjust, or remove the torsion spring, cables, or bottom brackets. They hold enough stored energy to cause serious injury. That work is for a garage door technician.

Get a pro instead

Steps

Tools

  • Cloth
  • Nut driver
  • Level

Parts

  • No parts required.

Published February 10, 2026 · Last reviewed September 1, 2026 · Next review March 1, 2027 · Source: Video: PrecisionGarageDoor (YouTube)

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