Universal Transmitter: Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

On CS models, a Universal Transmitter transceiver is standard factory-installed equipment. The universal transmitter transceiver is integral to the overhead console mounted CMTC module. The only visible component of the universal transmitter are the three transmitter push buttons centered in the overhead console. The three universal transmitter push buttons are identified with one, two or three light indicators and raised buttons so that they be easily identified by sight or by feel.

Each of the three universal transmitter push buttons controls an independent radio transmitter channel. Each of these three channels can be trained to transmit a different radio frequency signal for the remote operation of garage door openers, motorized gate openers, home or office lighting, security systems or just about any other device that can be equipped with a radio receiver in the 286 to 399 MegaHertz (MHz) frequency range for remote operation. The universal transmitter is capable of operating systems using either rolling code or non-rolling code technology.

The universal transmitter cannot be repaired or adjusted and if the transmitter is faulty or damaged, the complete CMTC module must be replaced. If the universal transmitter push buttons are faulty or damaged the complete overhead console housing assembly must be replaced.