LiftMaster · Garage Door Opener Minor

5-5 — LiftMaster 5-5 — Unattended Close Without myQ Light

5-5 means the opener received an unattended (myQ / Timer-to-Close) close command but the required myQ-compatible Work Light / accessory is not installed or programmed. Install/program the required accessory to allow unattended operation. (Diagnostic meaning corrected against the official Chamberlain Group / LiftMaster Security+ 2.0 chart; flash-code meanings can vary by opener family — confirm for your exact model.)

Keep using it?
Yes — fix when convenient
DIY difficulty
Easy
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How to fix it

  1. Install and program a compatible myQ Work Light / accessory to enable unattended close.
  2. Re-test the unattended/Timer-to-Close function.

Why it happens

Typical signs: Unattended / myQ close is blocked · Flash code 5-5

  • Required myQ Work Light / accessory not installed or programmed Unattended (myQ or Timer-to-Close) operation requires a compatible myQ light/accessory.

Parts you may need

If diagnosis points to a failed part, these are the common replacements. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.

  • LiftMaster logic board (match model) Common replacement
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More LiftMaster garage door opener codes

1-1 1-1 — Safety Sensor Obstructed, Misaligned, or Disconnected 1-2 1-2 — Safety sensor wire shorted or reversed 1-3 1-3 — Door control or wire issue 1-4 1-4 — Safety sensors misaligned 1-5 1-5 — No RPM Detected at Start of Movement 1-6 1-6 — Unexpected RPM After Stop at Open

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Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: liftmaster.com.