[YuraX]

This is an attempt to collect information about all factory radios, their interchangeability and aftermarket replacement instructions in one place.
Any comments, corrections or suggestions are appreciated.

All 2005-2008 models and 2005-2013 X model come with double DIN sized OEM head units that can be easily replaced by an aftermarket radio.

2005-2007 X and S
Double DIN AM/FM/CD radio
Connectors: 10+6 pin "old type" dual connector
Aftermarket harness: Metra 71-7550 or Scosche NN03B

2005-2008 SE and Pro-4X
Rockford Fosgate system with a double DIN 6CD MP3 head unit and external amplifier
Connectors: 10+6 pin "old type" connector with two smaller connectors for sat radio and steering controls
Aftermarket harness: Metra 71-7551 or Scosche NN07B

2008 S, 2008-2013 X
Updated base radio
Connectors: single 20-pin "new type" connector
Aftermarket harness: Metra 71-7552 / Scosche NN04B + Metra 40-NI12 antenna adapter

2009-2012 S and Pro-4X radios are integrated into the center dash panel

2009-2012 S
Base radio
P/N: 28185-ZL05A (2009-2010), 28185-9CH0A(2011-2012)
Connectors: single 20-pin "new type" connector
Aftermarket replacement:
Metra 71-7552 or Scosche NN04B harness
Metra 40-NI12 antenna adapter
Metra 99-7428B or Scosche NN1661B dash kit

2009-2012 Pro-4X
Rockford Fosgate system with 6CD MP3 head unit, external amplifier, XM and Bluetooth
P/N: 28185-ZL45A or 28185 9BH5A (head unit), 28388 9CA1A (Bluetooth), 28051 EH00B (XM tuner)
Connectors: 10+6 pin "old type" and two smaller connectors for sat radio, steering controls and bluetooth
Aftermarket replacement:
Metra 71-7551 or Scosche NN07B harness
Metra 99-7428B or Scosche NN1661B dash kit

2013+ models (2014+ for X) have redesigned center dash panel with a slightly larger than 2DIN slot for the head unit. An extra button was added to the steering wheel controls.


2014-2015 X
New basic radio with Bluetooth but no USB
P/N: 28185-9BK0A
Connectors: 20-pin and 16-pin connector for Bluetooth module and steering controls.
Aftermarket replacement:
Metra 71-7552 or Scosche NN04B harness
Metra 40-NI12 antenna adapter
Metra 99-7619 or 95-7619 dash kit

2013-2014 S
Color display radio with USB, Bluetooth and XM. XM tuner is integrated into the head unit, but Bluetooth module is external. Made by Panasonic.
P/N: 28185-9FM1A (head unit), 28388-9GF0A (Bluetooth)
Connectors: 20-pin and 32-pin connector for Bluetooth module and steering controls
Aftermarket replacement:
Metra 71-7552 or Scosche NN04B harness
Metra 40-NI12 antenna adapter
Metra 99-7619 or 95-7619 dash kit
AX-NISUSB-2 or Scosche NNUSB02B USB retention adapter

2015 S
Updated color display radio with Mobile Apps, USB, Bluetooth and XM.
P/N: 28185-9BK1A
Connectors: 20-pin and 32-pin connector for Bluetooth module and steering controls
Aftermarket replacement:
Metra 71-7552 or Scosche NN04B harness
Metra 40-NI12 antenna adapter
Metra 99-7619 or 95-7619 dash kit

2013 Pro-4X
Nissan Connect navigation system (Bosch LCN2) with external Rockford Fosgate amplifier
P/N: 25915-9FM0B
Connectors: 20-pin and 24-pin connector for microphone, camera, steering controls, etc.
Aftermarket replacement:
Metra 70-7553 or or Scosche NN05B main harness
Metra 40-NI12 antenna adapter
Metra 99-7619 or 95-7619 dash kit
AX-NIS32SWC steering wheel controls and camera retention adapter
AX-NISUSB-2 or Scosche NNUSB02B USB retention adapter

2014-2015 Pro-4X
Nissan Connect Navigation with Mobile Apps (Bosch LCN2kai) with external Rockford Fosgate amplifier
P/N: 25915-9CJ0A (2014), 25915-9CJ1A (2015)
Connectors: 20-pin and 24-pin connector for microphone, camera, steering controls, etc.
Aftermarket replacement:
Metra 70-7553 or Scosche NN05B main harness
Metra 40-NI12 antenna adapter
Metra 99-7619 or 95-7619 dash kit
AX-NIS32SWC steering wheel controls and camera retention adapter
AX-NISUSB-2 or Scosche NNUSB02B USB retention adapter (only for 2014)

Wiring diagrams

Factory service manuals with diagrams and pinouts of all OEM radios are available here:
http://www.nicoclub.com/archives/nissan-xterra-factory-service-manuals.html
Choose your model year and select "av.pdf"

 

[Jack Slater]

This is an excellent collection you've created. Thanks, should be a sticky.

The RF systems with the amplifier, it has a subwoofer too does it not? Is it integrated into the amp or a separate component?

 

[20-100]

Yes the Rockford-Fosgate systeme subwoofer is under the driver seat, the amplifier is under the passenger seat.

You can add to the list 2005-2008 Pro-4x and SE have both the 6 CD Rockford-fosgate.

 

[YuraX]

Yes the Rockford-Fosgate systeme subwoofer is under the driver seat, the amplifier is under the passenger seat.

You can add to the list 2005-2008 Pro-4x and SE have both the 6 CD Rockford-fosgate.

Added. Do all SE have Rockford Fosgate or it was an option?

 

[EricD]

I have an '11 pro 4x with the RF system. Any idea how much work is involved to uprade the head unit to the 2014-15 pro 4x model?
And/or costs?

 

[YuraX]

I have an '11 pro 4x with the RF system. Any idea how much work is involved to uprade the head unit to the 2014-15 pro 4x model?
And/or costs?

I did it (http://www.thenewx.org/forum/showpost.php?p=2160794&postcount=14)
It's quite a lot of work. Wiring harness is totally different. You need to replace the whole dash panel around the radio and also steering controls.
2014 navigation units can be found on eBay for $250-500. The dash panel is harder to find, but I found it for $75. New steering controls are about $100.

 

[CanadaGuy]

I did it (http://www.thenewx.org/forum/showpost.php?p=2160794&postcount=14)
It's quite a lot of work. Wiring harness is totally different. You need to replace the whole dash panel around the radio and also steering controls.
2014 navigation units can be found on eBay for $250-500. The dash panel is harder to find, but I found it for $75. New steering controls are about $100.

Any chance you know the part # for the dash panel? I have a 2011 so I had to replace the entire panel with the metra one and it doesn't even come close to matching the dash color. I'd prefer to use a factory 2014+ panel and then just use the metra or schoshe trim ring around the oversize double din opening.

 

[20-100]

Added. Do all SE have Rockford Fosgate or it was an option?

The Rockford Fosgate is stock for the SE.

 

[YuraX]

Any chance you know the part # for the dash panel? I have a 2011 so I had to replace the entire panel with the metra one and it doesn't even come close to matching the dash color. I'd prefer to use a factory 2014+ panel and then just use the metra or schoshe trim ring around the oversize double din opening.

The big dash panel is 68259-9BF0C. You will also need the top cover/bin 68252-9BF0A, which is 3 mm narrower than in a 2009-2012, and a small bezel that attaches on top of the AC controls. This one is not sold separately and comes together with the AC controls block for 2008+ Titan or 2013+ Xterra/Frontier.

 

[Tonio]

Nice work YuraX,

do you prefer the Metra kits better than scoche for X's? Just wondering why you only list Metra's?

 

[YuraX]

Nice work YuraX,
are the Metra kits better than scoche for X's? Just wondering why you only list Metra's?

I will try to add Scosche kits as well.

 

[birdman86]

Nice work YuraX,

do you prefer the Metra kits better than scoche for X's? Just wondering why you only list Metra's?

Anybody else have feedback on these? I'm trying to decide between Scosche and Metra for an 8000NEX. Seems like some people are finding the Scosche is too small for double dins, but from the few pictures I've seen Scosche also looks better.

 

[SwanSmash]

Great write up, lets them know what they can with different models.

 

[busaboy]

For my 2005 with base stereo I found the Metra kit did not fit the double DIN JVC KW-R910BT I bought. All I needed was a harness pigtail. The gap around the HU was acceptable. I would only get the kit for a single DIN unit.

 

[mike07083]

2015 Aftermarket Adaptors

Hello Yurax....Very interesting post. I have a 2015 Xterra Pro-4X with the Rockford nav system. I want to replace the hu with a pioneer aftermarket unit. Are you sure about what harnesses and adaptors that you quote?? Thank You.....

 

[YuraX]

Hello Yurax....Very interesting post. I have a 2015 Xterra Pro-4X with the Rockford nav system. I want to replace the hu with a pioneer aftermarket unit. Are you sure about what harnesses and adaptors that you quote?? Thank You.....

Well, I believe the information is correct, but of course I can't guarantee anything. If you are not sure, contact Metra/Scosche customer support.

You may not need the "USB retention adapter" for a 2015. Newer nav units come with a standard mini USB connector on the back instead of the proprietary one.

 

[XploringNEPA]

Recently I have been having cut out in the speakers and come to find out the stock wiring harness was spliced with the males plug. Took it apart and respliced did it and now all I get is power but no sound. Any advice or a diagram would be useful. Or where I can get a new stock harness.
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[YuraX]

Recently I have been having cut out in the speakers and come to find out the stock wiring harness was spliced with the males plug. Took it apart and respliced did it and now all I get is power but no sound. Any advice or a diagram would be useful. Or where I can get a new stock harness.
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I've added a link to the wiring diagrams to the first post.

 

[XploringNEPA]

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[XploringNEPA]

ive matched the wires up perfectly and they have good connections. still i only get power but no sound.