Garage door hack possible with window switch???

[redciv1]

Am I actually soldering on the gold contacts themselves?

[Meir]

Originally Posted by redciv1

Am I actually soldering on the gold contacts themselves?

Yes.
Unless you can confirm other points on the board that leads to the contacts.
Again. You will need a volt meter for that.
The gold holes on the top of the remote will be a good place to start.