How To Tighten Garage Door Spring Tension

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How to tighten garage door spring tension.

This can make the other parts of the garage door last a much longer time. You must release the tension on the garage door springs before attempting adjustment or replacement. Should be made in 1 4 turn increments. To adjust your garage door s side mounted springs first open your door fully and secure it in place with a c clamp below the bottom roller.

If the door is hard to raise the tension at the hinge springs is too. Move to the outside of the garage. The cone is on the torsion spring on the left side away from the center of the garage door. To adjust torsion spring tension the door is locked in the down position.

Spray each spring with garage door lubricant. How to adjust a torsion spring garage door. Hold the garage door in this position by attaching a c clamp to the track at a point below the lowest door roller wheel. Look for a reddish cone on the torsion spring.

Disconnect the door from the automatic opener using the disconnect cord. Once your garage door is secured remove the spring hook from the track hanger which will allow you to move the hook and adjust the spring s tension. This is accomplished by opening the garage door as fully as possible until it hits the stop bolt on the track. Use a metal rod to stick in the first notch of the cone.

How to safely adjust your garage door spring. Slide a grocery bag or piece of cardboard behind the spring to protect the garage door. When two springs are used both sides should be adjusted the same. Raise the door using the handle on the outside.

Wipe off any excess then repeat the process on the other side.