HowTo: Install Paddle Shifters - M37/M56/Q70

[adeedpb]

2011-2013 M56 / M37 / Q70 Paddle Shifter Upgrade

Before you proceed:

Some M’s came with the wiring installed for the paddle shifters and some did not; some came with the mounting bracket for the paddle shifters and some did not. There is no way to tell by your model, package, or VIN number, you must visually inspect the steering column.

This Instructional has been written up for M’s with the wiring bracket and without the factory mounting bracket. I do not have wiring instructions for M’s without the paddle shifter wiring. From what I understand it is similar to instructions found here: http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/thre ... 271-s-Kit)

Do you have the paddle shifter wiring harness? It will be taped and tucked up on each side.



What you need to Purchase:

Mounting Bracket

The mounting bracket I ordered was purchased from a vendor I found on the Infiniti scene forum.
He is also a member of this forum: rex9271 (Please contact him to purchase the mounting bracket kit)




The mounting bracket without the wires cost me $130.00 which included shipping. There is no part number for this bracket and I have not been able to find the factory bracket.

rex9271 M37 / M56 / Q70 Paddle Shifter Mounting Bracket Post:
http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/thre ... 37-M56-Q70


Paddle Shifters

Infiniti Part #25549-JK000 - $309.20 from Infinitipartsusa.com

Sports Package Steering Column Trim

Infiniti Part #48470-1MA2B - $112.82 from Infinitipartsusa.com




Wiring

If you need the wiring kit you can get them from rex9271 see his post here: http://www.infinitiscene.com/forum/thre ... 37-M56-Q70


Tools You Will Need

Trim Pry Bar
Ratchet
Extension
10mm & 8mm Sockets
4.0mm Allen Wrench
Phillips Head Screwdriver (Use a good fitting screwdriver)




Installation Instructions:

1. Position the steering wheel so that it is fully extended and centered on the y axis.

2. Remove the screw at the bottom of the steering column trim. Save the screw.


3. Turn the car on and turn the wheel to one side and then the other so you can access the screws that hold the top and bottom trim panels together.

4. Remove the screw trim cover on one side to gain access to the screw. Save the cover.


5. Remove the screw from the trim cover. Save the screw.


6. Repeat these steps for the other side.



7. Pry the top steering column cover up from each side and remove it.


8. Pry the bottom steering column cover down and pull away from steering wheel.


9. Unplug the steering wheel position control wiring harness.


10. Pinch the tabs at either side of the position module and push it through the trim.


11. Unplug this wiring Harness under the steering column.


12. This is where the 10mm bolt will be installed to hold the mounting bracket in place.


13. Install the mounting bracket as shown with the 10mm bolt that came with the bracket kit.



14. Plug the wiring harness back in.


15. Install the left paddle shifter as show using an 8mm socket and 4.0mm Allen Wrench. Make sure you plug in the wiring harness. (Left Paddle Shifter has a Blue harness and the right Paddle Shifter has a White colored harness)



16. Install the right paddle shifter as show using an 8mm socket and 4.0mm Allen Wrench. Make sure you plug in the wiring harness. (Left Paddle Shifter has a Blue harness and the right Paddle Shifter has a White colored harness)


17. Install the position module into the new sports trim left side panel.


18. Install the lower trim under the steering column. Leave the screw loose to make it easier to install the remaining trim panels. (Make sure you snake the position module wiring harness through the trim)


19. Install remaining two screws from the mounting bracket kit into the hole and into the bottom of each paddle shifter on each side of the trim.


20. Manipulate the side trim panel into place and then snap into place making sure all edges have snapped in place flush with the other trim. Do this to each side paned.


21. Install the new upper trim for the steering column. Snap everything into place making sure the tabs in the front line up so you can reinstall the screws. Do not reinstall screws until top cover is in place and all trim edges are flush. Reinstall the screws and screw covers. Don't forget to tighten the screw holding the lower column trim panel.



Enjoy your new Paddle Shifters!

[insanex1]

Great write up, I definitely need one of those brackets.

[Ilya]

Sir, amazing write up. I have added it to our FAQ. I did change the thread title a bit for google search purposes. Sorry heh.

How does it feel?

[adeedpb]

It feels and looks great!

I like the manual shifter a lot but the paddle shifters allow me to keep both hands on/near the steering wheel; not to mention it gives the interior a sportier look.

The new title is better and the model numbers are in alphanumerical order which appeals to the OCD in me.

Now if my transmission could only learn how to shift itself better, facepalm Nissan, epic Picard Facepalm!

[Ilya]

Yeah my transmission has been ticking me off lately too. Sluggish response, especially when making quick turns from a stop...such as pulling out into traffic from a parking lot. If I mash the gas, I want it to go. Feels like the car is purposely cutting power for some reason.

[adeedpb]

That seems to be this cars one flaw, maybe correctable with a good Osiris tune.

I think it has something to do with how the ECU learns because I did the ECU reset procedure today and the car is driving much better; smooth snappy throttle, no sluggish pulls... (yet), clean idle, and shifting has improved noticeably. I will see how it fairs over the next few days.

[LVApeMan56]

That seems to be this cars one flaw, maybe correctable with a good Osiris tune.

I think it has something to do with how the ECU learns because I did the ECU reset procedure today and the car is driving much better; smooth snappy throttle, no sluggish pulls... (yet), clean idle, and shifting has improved noticeably. I will see how it fairs over the next few days.

A agree with adeedpb. TollboothWilly did me a solid and reset the ECU for me. I immediately did a few runs 0-100mph and some quick starts at the lights. I haven't had an issue with sluggishness since then at all.

Great write-up by the way. Thank you.

[CRV_33]

Great write up! Seems much easier to upgrade the paddles without having to remove the steering wheel like you have to do on the G37

[SwissCheeseHead]

Thanks for posting this up! Seems like an easy DIY. The cost is a bit prohibitive though so I don't think I'll be doing it any time soon. I wonder if you could source the paddle shifters and trim from a junk yard to help offset the cost.

[ArmedAviator]

I'm thinking about doing this mod to my 2012 M37x. I will need to find out if I have the wires and mounting bracket. If I have both all I should need is this kit, correct?

If I have the wiring harnesses but lack the mounting points, does that member at IS still offer the mounting hardware for sale? Seems the links to IS are dead.

[Debonair]

If I have the wiring harnesses but lack the mounting points, does that member at IS still offer the mounting hardware for sale? Seems the links to IS are dead.

Yes, he is still offering them. You can PM here on this forum; rex9271. I just messaged him in late June.

Sent: Tue Jun 21, 2016 3:53 pm
From: rex9271
Recipient: Debonair

Yes ! I have it.
The bracket with EMS shipping, the price is USD$130

[ArmedAviator]

Awesomesauce. I just removed the trim and checked. I have the two wiring harnesses but no bracket. I just PMed rex9271 and awaiting a reply. If he's still selling them, I'll purchase the kit I mentioned above plus his bracket.

[DKASM37]

That seems to be this cars one flaw, maybe correctable with a good Osiris tune.

Ever since I had the car tuned with the Uprev software, I no longer encounter that issue.

[Ilya]

That seems to be this cars one flaw, maybe correctable with a good Osiris tune.

Ever since I had the car tuned with the Uprev software, I no longer encounter that issue.

I'm UpRev tuned and it comes back after a while. When I reflash the tune, something gets cleared...or at least I feel like it is.

[RED_DET]

That just blows my mind that some cars are wired and have mounting points and some cars aren't.... just shake my head at Nissan engineering.

[16q70l]

This write up is awesome. Thank you. I have a 2016 Q70L AWD and pulled my steering column covers off tonight and low and behold it is prewired! I am going to be ordering these parts for this upgrade. Coming from a 4G Acura TL I love the paddle shifters.

[16q70l]

Can anyone tell me how to reach Rex9271 to order the mounting bracket? I can't seem to figure out how to send him a message.

Thanks

[ArmedAviator]

Can anyone tell me how to reach Rex9271 to order the mounting bracket? I can't seem to figure out how to send him a message.

Thanks

I think there's a post count cutoff before you can use PMs. Once you hit that count, you can PM other members and will be able to PM Rex9271. He responded to me within 24 hours and I am awaiting instructions to make payment. Once that's confirmed, I'll be ordering the other parts and hoping to enjoy this mod soon.

[16q70l]

Can anyone tell me how to reach Rex9271 to order the mounting bracket? I can't seem to figure out how to send him a message.

Thanks

I think there's a post count cutoff before you can use PMs. Once you hit that count, you can PM other members and will be able to PM Rex9271. He responded to me within 24 hours and I am awaiting instructions to make payment. Once that's confirmed, I'll be ordering the other parts and hoping to enjoy this mod soon.

Thank You! I got ahold of him last night through his email I found and ordered it. Very excited to install.

[ArmedAviator]

Ordered the other parts from the link I posted above. Came out to be the same price as going through Infiniti Parts USA plus I got $0.44 shipping with a promo code from their Facebook page.

[ArmedAviator]

The bracket from Rex9271 arrived today. Looks exactly as pictured in the OP howto. Packaged well and I can't believe it made it here that fast.....my Tunerzstore order hasn't even shipped yet

[RED_DET]

The bracket from Rex9271 arrived today. Looks exactly as pictured in the OP howto. Packaged well and I can't believe it made it here that fast.....my Tunerzstore order hasn't even shipped yet

Please allow 5 business days, excluding holidays and weekends for OEM accessories to ship from our facility.
Order status will be updated with tracking information once items ship.

Wit that said, your order shipped today.

[ArmedAviator]

Hey no worries, I wasn't complaining. I was expecting like a week for a part to ship from Taiwan. I am installing the bracket as I type and waiting for the UPS man.....supoosed to be here in an hour or so

[ArmedAviator]

Everything is put together. It works and looks great. Is it worth $600 all said and done? Probably not but I had no other plans for the bonus check lol.

[16q70l]

I received my stuff and installed it to. They look amazing! I still can't believe how fast the bracket came from Taiwan. I ordered last Thursday and Monday it said arrived at JFK NY. Tuesday it was delivered. My USPS mail from the next state takes longer than that. Haha

[16q70l]

Also the only part I had trouble with was putting on the final top plastic column piece. The tabs kept bending and not going together in the rear but eventually I got it.

[ARISTOCRATQ70L]

Hi All!! I am new to the forum interested in purchasing the bracket for the paddle shifter. How do I get in contact with rex9271? Does any one have his email off hand??

[jmeid]

I need to buy the rex9271 only the mount bracket for Qx70 2016, how and where i can buy it from ?

Please help !

[RED_DET]

[email protected]

[JCesar]

it's been close to a year since I did them and no problems