When your garage door falls too quickly, it is a symptom that something is loose of broken. Typically, this happens because of springs that have become too loose or cables that are broken. Also, it could be due to springs and cables that have been poorly installed or a damaged garage door track.
The best type of lubricant is either a lithium grease or a silicone spray. A lithium grease product will form a moisture-reducing barrier and protect against friction. A silicone spray will have these qualities and will also help protect the components of your garage door.
Why Does My Garage Door Only Open a Few Inches, Then Stop and Go Back Down? If the garage door opens a few inches and then stops, it's usually because the spring assembly is not working properly. If the springs aren't adjusted correctly, the opener has too much weight to handle.