2010 Nissan Maxima (2009-14) Factory removal/replace with touch screen(full step by step approach)!

Todays video I go over the step by step process of removing a 2009 to 2014 (specifically 2010) Nissan maxima head unit...and replacing it with an aftermarket touch screen stereo. These are the items I used for the install:
Dash trim:
www.amazon.com/Metra-95-7427B...
Wiring Harness And Antenna Harness:
www.amazon.com/Metra-Electron...
Benize Android Car player:
www.amazon.com/Binize-Quad-Co...
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[@grady.stu.8300]

I paid the extra to have crutchfield wire the harness. Well worth it. I'm installing today. Jvc 350bt. Needed a little guidance. Lol

[@hurstysgarage]

Just glad you watched video and are tackling most of it yourself Grady...Kudos to you buddy, cause not a lot of people would attempt it:-)

[@hurstysgarage]

Let me know how it goes!

[@scottlucas232]

SUPER JOB !!! I would NEVER have been able to get this done without your video !!

[@whatsyourtake-thepodcast791]

Appreciate this a ton!

[@hurstysgarage]

Awesome...glad you liked it eli! So you must have installed a radio in your ride? How'd it go?

[@whatsyourtake-thepodcast791]

@@hurstysgarage not quite yet but I’m buying a maxima tomorrow and this helped me get an idea. I think I’m going to install an Apple CarPlay as the radio, and for the ugly orange box, I am going to trim some plastic mirror or something of that sort and cover the ugly ness up. I will leave a little at the bottom so you can still see the climate control, but cover up the glitchy orange mess.

[@hurstysgarage]

Awesome idea...if you get a chance when you finish up some time if you'd like, send me a quick pic of what you did cause it sounds like a good 💡 (only if you have time:-) My email is [e-mail] Have fun eli!

[@kylosolo8815]

Thank you so much i might do it now...i bought a lc2i and add my jl 500/1 on 2 12 w6v2s sounds good but i know it can be better

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey Kylo...sorry to get back with you so late...hope it worked out for ya, and let me know what you decided to do;-)

[@kylosolo8815]

@@hurstysgarageNo problem man i like how it sounds on the factory radio i really just wanted to add a better low end so as of now ill keep it like this and go this route on my truck thanks for the reply

[@saulramirezkb5855]

I have a 2009 Maxima, did the same think you did and the stereo didn't turn on, but i didn't have the big ac wire plugged back in. Do you know if the ac harness has to be plugged in for the stereo to work?

[@hurstysgarage]

Shoot saui...I would not think so, because I believe that actually harness is just for ac stuff, but did not test that theory out. That would be the first thing I would do! The next would be to check all my connections...let me know how it goes:-)

[@user-is9sv8tt6c]

Good job my friend 👏 👍 8

[@bestbomb17]

4:32 torx bit 👌

[@hurstysgarage]

That's it dopex2xdeath...where were you when I was making video, 😆!!! Thanks for the help:-)

[@bestbomb17]

@@hurstysgarage 😂😂😂😂😂 probably asleep

[@growthdevelopment7412]

Good video💪🏿

[@hurstysgarage]

THANKS A BUNCH growth & development...did you get yours put in?

[@sleepyTYmeBear]

Awesome video...I want to do that@!!!

[@hurstysgarage]

Thanks again Jack...all you need to do is get yourself 27 bucks and some change:-)

[@animationmoij784]

Great Job!!! is there a headunit dash kit that will replace the orignial headunit? Thinks it's kinda clunky with the AC knobs are removed.

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey Shadow...it all depends on how much you want to spend. They have options out there that look kind of like a Tesla screen (huge), covering all of the dash, encompassing all of the functions, and converting them to a touch screen application. Again, just comes down to what you want to spend (the way I did it was on the cheaper side). Hope this helps, and let me know what you decided to do;-)

[@moshiesty9882]

@@hurstysgaragewhere did you buy your touchscreen radio ? i’m not seeing the link trying to do the same with my 2010 nissan

[@cvsalesllc]

Great video just what I needed, was able to follow your video and got the old stereo out and ready to install a new aftermarket touchscreen stereo. However in doing so lost all the screws now I don't know what to do, would you have any idea what size and how many screws I would need to install the new stereo? I have a 21013 Nissan Maxima. Thanks so much, Charles

[@leelewis2478]

Is their any way u can splice the power steering wire directly into the main harness and if so where is the steering wheel wiring is located

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey Lee you can with a steering wheel controll module like this... www.amazon.com/Axxess-ASWC-1-Universal-Steering-Interface/dp/B00B4PJC9K/ref=asc_df_B00B4PJC9K/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241970631835&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=16105128673794793401&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1027622&hvtargid=pla-343408299292&psc=1 But,, I don't think you can do it directly without a module.

[@moshiesty9882]

does it connect to the actual car speakers ?

[@89mok1]

I've been looking for this radio for a 2010, is it discontinued?

[@gavinatorgamez2028]

I have a Nissan Maxima from 2010 as well but I have the type B A/C so the controls are down on the bottom with the radio and its all one piece, I wanted to get a headunit and subs but im not sure if I can buy the other type like yours and install it where the a/c controls are on the top or not?

[@elfordjoel]

I have the same problem and question. Discouraging to see no one replied. Let me know if you found an answer to this question.

[@gavinatorgamez2028]

@@elfordjoel I got my spotify to work through the aux cord, If it wasn't working for you downlaod an itunes song and spotify should then be able to play, then you can get subs without a head unit you'd just need a converter but you can look up a vid for subs without a head unit. Hope this helps

[@hurstysgarage]

Sorry for the late response Gavinator...did you ever get it figured out?

[@gavinatorgamez2028]

@@hurstysgarage I did I have subs without the head unit I just had to get the converters for my speakers and a knob put it

[@hurstysgarage]

@@gavinatorgamez2028 Awesome! Thanks for comment and watching video:-)

[@mgpvii]

With the Nissan 2012 I was told that i needed to change the speakers because the radio would over heat due to the 2ohm stock speaker not being compatible with the new aftermarket radios being 4 ohm. Was that not the case with you?

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey mgpvii...have not had any problems whatsoever:-) But as a disclaimer, you follow what YOU think or have been recommended, as I am just some guy off KZbin and don't want to be liable for your specific situation. That being said, again, no problems here and have been on many trips where unit has ran all day:-)

[@mgpvii]

@@hurstysgarage Thanks for reply. I got the information about the speakers from Crutchfield. Interesting...when I put other cars in the search for radios, it does not show I need to change the speakers. Only when I put in the Nissan Maxima. So it was not like they were trying to get me to buy the speakers so I assumed I actually did need to change the speakers. Based on you not having any issues probably not a big deal between the different ohm speakers and Crutchfield says to change them as their disclaimer.

[@mgpvii]

@@hurstysgarage Just an update to my ohm comment below. I did he install and the stock speakers are indeed 2 ohm. The manual for my radio specifically says speakers should be 4 or 8 ohm so they did need to be changed.

[@hurstysgarage]

Thanks for updating me:-)

[@biged7204]

I want to do this but keep the top info (clock, radio, etc.) what did you say I’d need to keep this? I feel like you mentioned it

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey BigEd...you will have to add a wire harness such as this (just an example)... www.crutchfield.com/p_530HDHU14W/Precision-Power-HDHU14-WH.html?tp=2977 -or- find a headunit that encompasses all the stock features. Let me know if you tackle this job and what you went with and how much it cost so other viewers get an idea if you would...thanks for question:-)

[@christiancaraballo5177]

Do I have to solder, I don’t have access to one and I was wondering if there was another way to connect the aftermarket adapter.

[@hurstysgarage]

Absolutely not Christian...there are MANY ways to accomplish this task that you can do with just tape (electrical). Here is a video detailing the ways from best to worst, so hopefully this will give you an idea on what to use for your application. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6i6XoVmlJWKrLs ***Of course as a disclaimer...if you don't feel comfortable doing the project, always consult an expert for advice just to make sure***

[@ptcesq]

Great Video. Do you know any mechanics/technicians that can do this work in NJ?

[@hurstysgarage]

Sorry Patrick...I live in Washington State. Hope it works out for ya though...love to here if you go through with it:-)

[@toneone2180]

Thanks a lot you did it and explained it well

[@cylen-csgo4085]

Good video, does the backup camera show up on the new screen or the old display?

[@hurstysgarage]

It shows up on the new screen:-)

[@aludes_]

I installed a Kenwood touchscreen to my 12' Maxima but when I set the clock it don't save and it will go back to like 12:00am and I have to keep setting the clock. Do you have any tips or troubleshooting advice ? Thank you

[@hurstysgarage]

My first thought Uncpaw is that your ground connection is not very good (black wire). Check the radio harness connection for ground wire and make sure it is mated properly, and then make sure ground connection at physical battery is good (secure connection/tightened, not corroded). Hope this helps, cause it sounds like radio loses actual battery power everytime it is turned off, which in turn would reset clock back to factory setting of 12.

[@aludes_]

@@hurstysgarage Thank you for the reply i'll check this out this week and see if it helps thanks again man!

[@hurstysgarage]

How'd it go?

[@aludes_]

@@hurstysgarage I unhooked everything and hooked it all up again and bingo! It is functioning properly thank you for your advice!

[@tfgquan]

Could you install this where the orange screen is?

[@matthewfiedler4739]

Where did you find the wiring color match up? The one I have didn’t have the same wire colors

[@matthewfiedler4739]

Nvm I see what you did went a ahead and bought the same aftermarket adapter you did thought I was gonna get this done tonight guess not lol

[@hurstysgarage]

Yeah, Sorry Matthew, did not get to your question in time...but I'm glad it worked out for ya (I hope)...let me know if you were able to complete the job! Thanks for post;-)

[@Deelo7.62]

Just got the same radio and install on my 2014 nissan maxima and im having the issue to where its not as loud as the factory radio no more

[@erb_3292]

Would I be able to keep the back-up camera if I replaced this ?

[@hurstysgarage]

Absolutely Erb_3...it is a universal camera that just needs a head unit that has a yellow video camera in cable like the one I installed. Great question...and THANKS FOR WATCHING. Did you do the install?

[@erb_3292]

@@hurstysgarage I haven’t yet. Just planning right now. I have the 2014 SV with Nav trim so I may have to do a little more replacing than I initially thought. Trying to hook up my subwoofers. Will end up doing what you did with the stereo and then replacing the upper nav trim with a standard climate control one.

[@Kinte.Rashayah]

And you don't look like a nerd, sir. How come I'm labeled as a nerd and can't do this stuff. WoWzers!

[@hurstysgarage]

Kinte, that is an AWESOME compliment...but looks can be deceiving, lol! And, I know you can do it...it might look kind of daunting at first, but complete it once, and you will be a pro in no time:-) THANKS FOR WATCHING, and let me know if you take a go at it ( I'm here to help)

[@Kinte.Rashayah]

@@hurstysgarage ❤️👍 Thanks bro!

[@JoshApplegate]

I have a 13 Maxima but the bottom part has my heating and ac temp controls and the top part by the screen is nav and phone buttons. How do I go about this process?

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey Josh...unfortunately in those cases, you will have to get the more expensive aftermarket screens that also encompasses those controls if you want to do it right.

[@hurstysgarage]

Let me know what you go with:-)

[@Leon-pq8dc]

Same prob, I have a Pioneer Screen, and Idk how to install it without lossin those ac controls

[@adrianjuarez7722]

I did all the procedure and it worked perfectly, only my AC stopped working, it doesn't even turn on the lower part of the orange display, any ideas?

[@hurstysgarage]

Ok, I'm thinking that maybe when you went to go plugged back in the AC wire connector, it shorted out the fuse... I would try that first before I do anything else. And of course make sure that the battery is disconnected when you do those operations. And then if it's not that, try to unplug and make sure that the connections are free of dust and dirt and everything and then try to replug. Hopefully we don't need to go any farther than that, but let me know if that works:-)

[@aludes_]

Where would be the best place to get the factory stereo bracket and ac controller?

[@hurstysgarage]

I do shop on ebay from time to time for things such as that...but first, try the local junk yards cause they will most likely be cheaper:-)

[@aludes_]

@@hurstysgarage okay I'll check some local shops this week. I found the brackets that the stereo and ac controller sit in but there are selling at as a set with the OEM stereo. I would just need the bracket and ac controller so I can install the new radio to

[@XIIISmokeyXIII]

Awesome video, but do you know of anything that I can replace the top screen with?

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey OldMan...they do make units now that replace the top screen as well as the bottom one...but you will pay for it obviously (I saw one the other day on Amazon that was just under $600). They end up looking like what is put in a Tesla...huge screen and really cool, but again, spendy! Let me know if you go that route because I would love to see a pic of that! Thank you for comment;-)

[@quancardenaz9664]

@@hurstysgarage what is that one called ? Lookn for one that would go good with my maxima 2014

[@matthewfiedler4739]

Okay did what you did my fuse keeps popping everytime I plug it in any clue what’s happening?

[@hurstysgarage]

Did you ever get this figured out (sorry for the late response)? One thing that I always start with is my connections first. I make sure that they are all properly mated together and are not touching their "neighbor"/bare metal so as not to create the short. Next, I go through each wire again and make sure that wire is correctly mated with the correct wire it is supposed to be joined together with from the source I purchased from/video I'm watching/forums/etc. Keep in mind to that you do not want to be connecting wires while negative side of battery terminal is hooked up. Try these things first, and let me know if that helps:-)

[@matthewfiedler4739]

@@hurstysgarage sorry yea I figured out I got a faulty head unit from the factory bought a new one and it worked perfectly was chasing wires for a couple hours for no reason lol

[@hurstysgarage]

Oh, thank god...glad that nightmare is over!

[@daddykatt26able]

Anyone ever have the issue where you crank the car and the radio doesn't work and the ac is blasting on high but none of the controls work. Also...display screen goes blank. Ive removed the negative batt cable to reset 1000 times but issue returns

[@dpm8763]

I’m new here can you tell me or send me the link to what I need for the clock to work

[@dpm8763]

Please and thanks in advance

[@anthonywright650]

Does the swc work with the radio?

[@hurstysgarage]

Good question Anthony...and unfortunately no. With this setup, you would need to get an external steering wheel control module.

[@NeNoDaKiNG09]

How does this work with the GPS version? My climate control is on the part that has to be removed (under the radio)

[@hurstysgarage]

Shoot Asylum...glad I didn't have that option because you would have to get an aftermarket unit that encompasses those controls. It is possible, and can be found in a general search like on Amazon...but they are usually a lot more expensive because the screen is larger and obviously more tech involved. Let me know what you went with...sorry that I got to you so late;)

[@yaccfonoti]

Did anyone work out how to uograde stereo but retain the top clock?

[@144Donn]

Does it also have satellite radio?

[@hurstysgarage]

Not too sure Donn, as I don't have that unit or car anymore:-(

[@tiyansouthall3357]

Did You lose Cruise Control with the install??

[@hurstysgarage]

No Tiyan...cruise control still works like it should;-) Great comment though!

[@danielwright1898]

What size radio fits in this model

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey Daniel, it seems like sky's the limit for what you can buy.. if you look on Amazon, they've got some smaller ones, and then they've got very very large ones like around 10 inches or so.. so I think that would probably be a good place to start to see if that is something that you are looking at. Or at least it will answer the question of what you think would fit in your ride:-) thank you for watching the video:-)

[@BoyarDevo]

They don’t make 08’ versions?

[@hurstysgarage]

Yes they do, but for some reason, this particular model only states that it works for these years.

[@rafaelurdaneta4259]

Que qué estado trabajas 😅 ??

[@hurstysgarage]

estado de Washington Pero desafortunadamente Rafael, mi Nissan se estrelló y ya no tengo esa unidad principal :-(

[@jesuscardona3039]

Dose this come with the stereo

[@hurstysgarage]

Absolutely:-)

[@AboHadi2007]

Good video, but it's not the same for a 2013 nissan maxima. It has different set up.

[@hurstysgarage]

Thank you for the heads up on that:-)

[@saucy7244]

I can’t find how to wire it

[@josephandalcio421]

Where is the pink wire connected to

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey Joseph...It has been a little while since I did the install, but I don't remember a pink wire. Is it on the aftermarket stereo harness, or the meta wire harness to factory car harness?

[@saulramirezkb5855]

If im not mistaken the pink wire is the brake wire, meaning the pink wire on the stereo, stereo wont turn on if the pink wire isnt connected, its for if your watching movies on your screen when the car is on drive the screen will black out, it will only work when the car is in park. But what i did was bypass it. I connected the pink wire of the stereo to one of the screws on the back of the stereo it self and it will work weather your in park or on drive

[@mj3541]

Can you use bluetooth to stream music with this stereo?

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey M J...yes, it says you can stream your audio (music) with Bluetooth...I did not get a chance to do that (or my daughter), because the car was TOTALLED a few days after install and we couldn't get radio back:-(

[@Mopar_illmatic]

Dude, the wiring is the most important part you should’ve showed that 😅

[@whatsyourtake-thepodcast791]

Help! I’ve got static! It is faint but annoying

[@hurstysgarage]

Hey eli...that sucks, and have had that problem before and was hard to track down! I am going to give you a link to an article that will possibly help better than I can explain... www.lifewire.com/curing-car-audio-static-534627 Let me know if this helps:-)

[@whatsyourtake-thepodcast791]

@@hurstysgarage thanks! Emailed you a pic btw. Just saw your other reply to my comment.

[@hurstysgarage]

THANK YOU eli for getting back with me and commenting...and awesome, I will take a look!!!

[@tobydyes]

hack job

[@jamarforsythe7262]

Title your video more appropriately, I was hella confused with this title.

[@hurstysgarage]

Yeah, Jamar...what I meant was 2009 to 2014 year model Nissans...thanks for input, cause I'm still learning with channel:-)

[@hurstysgarage]

Ok, how is that, better now:-)

[@jamarforsythe7262]

@@hurstysgarage far better!

[@Warlo_45_OG]

Not the same for the 2013 maxima

[@avory692]

I feel like you just ruined it if you just improved cosmetics but lost hella features lol

[@hurstysgarage]

Yeah Avory...it definitely is a personal choice that has its goods with its bads...not for everyone! Would I do it again, or should I say, leave it in there permanently...probably not. So if you try it...save your factory set up just in case you want to transition back;-)