Factory interior accent lighting....

[versaphile]

Does anyone out there know how the new accent lighting feature works and where the controls are? I was recently in one with the $300 add for accent lighting and have seen bulletins and pics online but couldn't find anything different from a stock SL.

[VersaMG08]

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For those who are interested, here is the factory interior accent lighting. It works on the Versa, Sentra, and 350z. This is what I was looking for ALL over the internet. The cost at the dealer is $300, it's cheaper here. I will take pics of the kit itself when it comes in the mail.

http://www.nissanonlineparts.c....aspx

Great stuff!

[BioVector]

I have the interior accent lighting. The dealer installed it. The put the toggle switch right above the front driver side cup holder. It's a circular knob that you push and turn. You push to turn it on or off. If you hold for 3 sec, it will cycle through the colors on it's own. It stays about 3 sec per color. If you don't have it on cycle, you just turn the knob to change through the colors. It's 1 led per cup holder, and I think there are 3 led bulbs per side. It's pretty cool sometimes. It's great for the smile effect.

[VersaMG08]

I wonder if the lights coordinate with the beat of the music, that would be awesome.

[BioVector]

I wonder if the lights coordinate with the beat of the music, that would be awesome.

They do not.

[Ivy]

How much did the dealer charge you for the install? Mine charged me 80 bucks to put the spoiler on the roof. It took them about an hour and 45 minutes.

When the part is listed as an accessory, I think the service department charges a fixed price for the install.

[Scuba Steve]

If you live in Winnipeg, Manitoba, I can install it for half the dealer cost! (With the music beat) Check out my links below!!! zer...versa

[skiski329]

WOW $200 for those try this http://www.autozone.com/select...p.htm i put them in my friends versa and it had the same look. and you can get ones that strobe to the music. Easy install it comes with double sided tape and all you have to do is put them in your foot wells. it takes no more than 30 min to install on both sides. Oh yea i left out the important part these cost only $20!!!

[VersaMG08]

Yes, $200 sounds expensive for the Nissan interior lights, but I have the money to spend on it. I want to keep MOST of my mods on my car a factory appearance and not spend money on something that sounds too good to be true even though the price is attractive.

I had issues with various products in the past you purchase at auto part stores such as autozone/checkers deteriorating & breaking down over time, the result of cheap prices. Sometimes you pay for what you get as far as quality goes.

[VersaMG08]

I got the pics...HOWEVER

Ok, so I opened the box that was delivered by UPS this afternoon. I looked inside, something didn't look correct.

I noticed the anti-static bag was empty. There wasn't even any instructions for installtion AND the power knob and power cables were missing. I don't understand why something like this is missing, when people pay a lot of money for it.

What's even more frusterating is, I go to the dealer and ask him questions about the installation process itself. He looks into the computer and looks at the accessories for the '08 and '09 model year. He says "I don't see it for the '08 Versa". So he looks into the '09 year and finds the part. Supposedly, the wiring harness for the illumination is different from the '08 V. I didn't think that was the case because I heard other people had this feature installed on an older year model. So the parts employee printed out the diagram for the '09 V.

I ordered the part from cherryhillsnissan.com based in New Jersey, and I may have to send it back for another one that has all the parts. I'd like to get this installed or else I'm not going to be happy about it. This is really a waste of time and patience.

[VersaMG08]

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I called up cherryhillsnissan and explained to them the situation. They say that someone may of tampered with the box and took something out of it, so they will mail me another kit. It will arrive next week sometime. I just have to mail them back the box with a return address.

Brian at the dealer says the interior accent lighting is compatible with the older model V's. "Nissan won't announced that it will work with all the V's". Also, he says the guy at my local dealer in Westminster doesn't know much about it that was why he said it's not plug 'n play on the older models.

Hopefully, they get it straightened accordingly. I shall await for the package once again.

[feloniousmonk]

I wonder if the lights coordinate with the beat of the music, that would be awesome.

This comes to mind: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69VsAEafSgM

Sorry. Couldn't resist.

[VersaMG08]

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The box came in the mail today. I checked it out, everything inside; instruction manual, 2 long & 2 short LED bars for the footwells and cupholders. I will take pictures of the kit later on.

[VersaMG08]

Cupholder LEDsPower cable, control knob goes on silver studFootwell LEDsControl modulemore power cableFront page of installation instruction

Excuse me for the choppy images, I dropped my camera when I was uploading them on image shack. I scheduled an appointment for Thursday at 11am. This will be the first time the dealership has done this type of installation on a Versa. I will upload images of the final product and results. Until then, I shall wait!

[VersaMG08]

They finally got them installed. The cost for labor was $120, it took them about 1.5 to 2 hours. I will post pictures of the light knob, the lights when it gets dark outside.

[Demvang]

Those LED sticks + the control module are similar like ones from Walmart for a much cheaper price. You could light up up to 6 sticks connecting to the power socket

[Ivy]

How did the installation go? Was it the first time your local Nissan Dealership installed this part?

I was actually the first owner to purchase the accent lighting kit, and after several attempts my dealer could not get the kit to work. My dealership contacted Nissan and they walked the techs through the process, and still couldn't get the lights to work. My dealership has been wonderful and has given me a loaner in the meantime. Apparently because the lighting kit is new Nissan doesn't have the right diagnostic steps for the techs.

I wonder what I should do next? I love my dealership! I'm not the type to demand my money back or make a rude impression.

[VersaMG08]

How did the installation go? Was it the first time your local Nissan Dealership installed this part?

I was actually the first owner to purchase the accent lighting kit, and after several attempts my dealer could not get the kit to work. My dealership contacted Nissan and they walked the techs through the process, and still couldn't get the lights to work. My dealership has been wonderful and has given me a loaner in the meantime. Apparently because the lighting kit is new Nissan doesn't have the right diagnostic steps for the techs.

I wonder what I should do next? I love my dealership! I'm not the type to demand my money back or make a rude impression.

It was the first time they installed the kit on a Versa. I gave them the installation manual that was provided with the kit itself, and I believe they used it to successfully install it the first time.

Everything on the interior lights works great, the knob was placed right above the driver cup holder behind the Manual/CVT knob from what the installation guide shows. It took them longer than I expected, but was worth the wait. Maybe the next time another Versa owner gets that done, it won't take as long.

If they can't get it to install, bring it to another dealer if that is a possibility. I wouldn't get the money back, it's a great feature to have and it has a clean factory look which I appreciate.

[metallickirby]

Any pics? Curious to see how it looks :p

[feloniousmonk]

How did the installation go? Was it the first time your local Nissan Dealership installed this part?

I was actually the first owner to purchase the accent lighting kit, and after several attempts my dealer could not get the kit to work. My dealership contacted Nissan and they walked the techs through the process, and still couldn't get the lights to work. My dealership has been wonderful and has given me a loaner in the meantime. Apparently because the lighting kit is new Nissan doesn't have the right diagnostic steps for the techs.

I wonder what I should do next? I love my dealership! I'm not the type to demand my money back or make a rude impression.

Everything is simple plug and play. All the system needs to work is a good ground and power source. The techs are either incompetent, not trying hard enough or you have a faulty kit. With a voltmeter or even a test light they should be able to diagnose whether the system is getting power. Best thing to do is to remove the system from the car, hook it up to a power source (car battery) and test it. If it works, then you know the installation was wrong. If it doesn't, then you know you have a dead kit. Dislaimer: If you don't know how to do this yourself, don't attempt it. Don't want you to electrocute yourself messing around the car battery.

[VersaMG08]

I'll take pics of it when it's not so cold outside.

[Ivy]

Plug & Play you say? I'm not messing with the Kit, it's not my forte. I have complete faith my dealer will get it right. Sounds like another kit needs to be ordered. Thanks.

[pindropsound]

so, how do they look? do you recommend getting them? I do want to see pics!! I know you suggested them a long time ago to me...I'm intrigued.

[VersaMG08]

They're pretty cool at night, I'd definitely get them. I'll post pics soon when I'm not so busy with school and work.

[JerseyParts]

Video if ya can!!

LOL!

[Knightro2]

I just called my Nissan dealership (Ferman Nissan of North Tampa) and they charge $234 for the kit but they want $190 for installation!!

I've wired many audio systems and neon in my time in cars so I'm wondering how difficult this kit would be to install on my own. Anyway you can scan the installation booklet and upload it? I'd really like to take a look at it before I think about getting one.
Modified by Knightro2 at 3:35 PM 2/17/2009

[VersaMG08]

I just called my Nissan dealership (Ferman Nissan of North Tampa) and they charge $234 for the kit but they want $190 for installation!!

I've wired many audio systems and neon in my time in cars so I'm wondering how difficult this kit would be to install on my own. Anyway you can scan the installation booklet and upload it? I'd really like to take a look at it before I think about getting one.

Modified by Knightro2 at 3:35 PM 2/17/2009

I paid $120 for installation, why are they charing so much?

[VersaMG08]

so, how do they look? do you recommend getting them? I do want to see pics!! I know you suggested them a long time ago to me...I'm intrigued.

I took the pics tonight. Here are the pics, just for you pindropsound!!!



The pictures are from the driver's footwell. They also light up the front passenger footwell. To turn on the lights, press knob once. It will stay on current color. Twist knob to cycle through the 20 different colors. Press and hold the knob and it will cycle through the colors every 3 seconds. Neat effect. Easy to spot your cup holders at night and if you drop something accidentally on the floor, you can find it without turning on the overhead dome lights.

[pindropsound]

I took the pics tonight. Here are the pics, just for you pindropsound!!!The pictures are from the driver's footwell. They also light up the front passenger footwell. To turn on the lights, press knob once. It will stay on current color. Twist knob to cycle through the 20 different colors. Press and hold the knob and it will cycle through the colors every 3 seconds. Neat effect. Easy to spot your cup holders at night and if you drop something accidentally on the floor, you can find it without turning on the overhead dome lights.

VERY NICE! 20 different colors? Dang..that's awesome. Thanks for posting the pics. Maybe I'll keep that on my "wishful thinking" additions to my car! I think the blue light is pretty sweet!!

[feloniousmonk]

Plug & Play you say?

Mount LED strips and control module. Mount control dial. Connect control dial harness to control module. Connect wires/harness from light strips to module. Connect power and ground leads for the control module. Yes, plug and play. Most auto electronics is essentially plug and play. The hard part is finding which (of many) power wires (constant or switched) that are already in the car to tap for power. Ground is easy (any existing screw or bolt that goes into the metal chassis, and have direct contact with bare metal, will do just fine). If your techs are competent, they should be able to have it sorted out in a day (couple of hours really for the kit itself + time for removing and reinstalling various interior trim).