Add steering wheel audio controls on 06+ Base Models

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Jan 2, 2008 | 06:13 PM

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Well I finally got this mod done. It was even easier than 06blueZ said. I did it just like he did, audio controls only. The install took maybe 45 mins. They work perfectly. I did mess up and put the steering wheel back on wrong. Its slightly off. There are marks on the wheel and the shaft that I thought I lined up, but I guess I didn't. No big deal though, I should be able to fix that easily.
Thanks again 06blueZ for posting this. Made my car much more enjoyable.

Jan 2, 2008 | 06:34 PM

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So will this work on older cars with aftermarket head units. I know i can gte the module to make the factory controls work with my pioneer.

Jan 2, 2008 | 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by 06blueZ

Since 2006, all z's have been prewired for the steering wheel audio controls. Nissan part 25550-CF40A ($59), contains the cruise and audio steering wheel controls for 06+ Z's. Both button assemblies are wired together, and I decided not to have the non-functional cruise controls installed. I removed the cruise portion from the harness and kept the blank piece on the right side of the wheel.

This all just plugs in. You can install the cruise controls if you want, but they wont work, just light up.

Here a few pictures from my installation.

Wow so on '06 and later Z's the audio controls panel just plugs right in to the factory plug? So it does work with the base radio? Too cool.

Allthough it aint gonna work with my new steering wheel

Jan 2, 2008 | 08:44 PM

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That's pretty sweet how its just plug in play for the 06+ bases.

Jan 3, 2008 | 07:40 PM

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Wow so on '06 and later Z's the audio controls panel just plugs right in to the factory plug? So it does work with the base radio? Too cool.

Allthough it aint gonna work with my new steering wheel

Yup, I have a 07 base and the plug is already in the column. Works just fine with the base radio. I have no intention of upgrading the steering wheel or radio so it works great for me.

Jan 3, 2008 | 07:56 PM

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Yup, I have a 07 base and the plug is already in the column. Works just fine with the base radio. I have no intention of upgrading the steering wheel or radio so it works great for me.

Hey glad you got it in, I still find myself reaching for the volume **** out of habit... that will change soon im sure.

Jan 3, 2008 | 08:40 PM

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I live by the wheel controls. Even on my aftermarket HU i got a pac unit so i could keep them.

Jan 3, 2008 | 08:56 PM

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can this work for an 03?

Jan 4, 2008 | 06:01 AM

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can this work for an 03?

Not as easily as on an 06+, the wiring in the steering wheel and ribbon cable is not all there I dont think. There will be additional parts involved i believe...

Your'e gonna want to follow this DIY for your application i think:

https://my350z.com/forum/body-interior-exterior-and-lighting-diy/77855-diy-for-steering-wheel-removal-and-steering-wheel-audio-control-unit-install.html

Feb 13, 2009 | 09:05 AM

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Huh. Need this.

Anyone swapped in the stock Nismo wheel (red stitch/perforated leather) at the same time? That would be cool.

May 23, 2010 | 08:37 PM

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Sucessfully installed on my 08 and works great. I'd highly recommend this mod. Thanks!

May 23, 2010 | 09:56 PM

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Sucessfully installed on my 08 and works great. I'd highly recommend this mod. Thanks!

Is your '08 base model or Bose w/Bluetooth?

May 24, 2010 | 09:57 AM

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base model w/ non-bose stereo.

May 29, 2010 | 11:34 PM

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also, do u have a USA Spec /ipod adapter as well? Just curious cause after my install, my usa/spec ipod/iphone unit/cable will no longer charge my Ipod or Iphone. I can still play music through my speakers but will no longer charge my ipod or iphone,. weird huh? Let me know what you think thanks!