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  • Chamberlain 953EV/956EV Series — 3-Button Remote Control User Manual

    August 31, 2026 3 min read

    Programming and battery replacement guide for Chamberlain 3-Button Remote Controls, models 953EV, 953EV-P2, 953EVC, 953EVC-P2, 956EV, 956EV-P2, 956EVC, and 956EVC-P2.

    Full text manual (for reference)

    Programming and battery instructions for Chamberlain 3-button remote controls, models 953EV, 953EV-P2, 953EVC, 953EVC-P2, 956EV, 956EV-P2, 956EVC, and 956EVC-P2. Compatible with Chamberlain 315 MHz or 390 MHz garage door openers manufactured after January 1, 1993 — each remote can activate up to three garage door openers.

    Safety Warnings

    • This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm (details at www.P65Warnings.ca.gov).
    • ALWAYS keep remote controls out of reach of children — never allow children to operate or play with them.
    • Activate the gate or door only when it is clearly visible, properly adjusted, and free of obstructions.
    • ALWAYS keep the gate or door in sight until it is completely closed; never let anyone cross the path of a moving gate or door.

    Before You Begin

    Confirm the garage door opener has a working light bulb — it's used as a programming indicator. Locate the Learn button on the garage door opener and the Program button on the remote control.

    Programming the Remote (953EV, 953EV-P2, 953EVC, 953EVC-P2)

    1. Press and hold the Program button on the remote until its LED turns on.
    2. Press and release the remote button you want to use, the number of times matching your opener's Learn button type (see table below).
    3. Press and release the Learn button on the garage door opener. The Learn LED will light — within 30 seconds:
    4. Press the remote button programmed in step 2 until the opener's lights flash or two clicks are heard.
    5. To test, press the programmed remote button — the garage door opener will activate.
    6. Install the visor clip.
    7. To exit programming mode without saving, press any remote button other than the one just programmed.

    Programming the Remote (956EV, 956EV-P2, 956EVC, 956EVC-P2)

    Same sequence as above, except the Learn button on the garage door opener is pressed using a safety pin or paper clip (recessed button).

    Garage Door Opener Learn Button Types

    # of Presses Garage Door Opener Type
    1 Yellow Learn Button (Security+ 2.0®)
    2 Purple Learn Button (315 MHz Security+®)
    3 Red/Orange Learn Button (390 MHz Security+®)
    4 Green Learn Button (390 MHz Billion Code)

    Battery Replacement

    The remote's LED stops flashing when the battery is low. Open the case as follows, then replace with a 3V CR2032 coin cell battery only, positive side (+) up. Dispose of the old battery properly.

    • 953EV / 953EV-P2 / 953EVC / 953EVC-P2: pry open the case at the middle first, then at each side, using the visor clip.
    • 956EV / 956EV-P2 / 956EVC / 956EVC-P2: pry open the case with a screwdriver blade.

    Battery safety: never allow small children near batteries; if swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Replace only with 3V CR2032 coin batteries. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate.

    FCC / IC Notice

    Adjustment or modification of this receiver/transmitter is prohibited except for changing the code setting or replacing the battery — there are no other user-serviceable parts. Complies with Part 15 of FCC rules and IC RSS-210. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) it must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

    Transmitter IFT Numbers

    953EV RCPCH9518-0362
    953EVC RCPCH9518-0362-A1
    956EV RCPCH9518-0360
    956EVC RCPCH9518-0360-A1

    Replacement Parts

    Battery 10A20
    Visor Clip (953EV, 953EV-P2, 953EVC, 953EVC-P2 only) 29B137

    Warranty

    One year limited warranty: Chamberlain Group, Inc. warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and/or workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase.