Interesting, since mine only took 5-15 minutes, there is no way any of the wiring was NOT there. The mechanic was completely surprised how easy it was - he was
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02-01-2009, 08:58 AM | #61 (permalink) |
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Interesting, since mine only took 5-15 minutes, there is no way any of the wiring was NOT there. The mechanic was completely surprised how easy it was - he was expecting it to take 2 hours. He said he just popped the old ones out, connected the new ones, and popped them in. The only major thing was the old ones had 4 posts and the new ones only had 3, so you had to use the sticky tape. I have a Base model. Maybe I was lucky and it was prewired, but I can't imagine everyone elses not the same. Just pop one out and see if you have them, if not, then maybe take them back. I can only say what happened with mine, and no wires needed to be run for mine to work. As for the kickplates working, mine worked even though the interior lights were not set for the door open. Let me know how it works out. Look at the new pieces to see where the tabs are for taking out the old ones. He said it put a screwdriver under it (protect the car with a rag) and then pushed against the tab, and then lifted up.
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I have the touring and the Nissan guys showed me the exact paperwork, I was told it would be a 2.5 hour job. I said forget it, I just don't trust them to install them properly especially after he said that they have to go into the car's computer.
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I'm telling you guys, that did not happen for mine. They did it real quick, and it was no problem, just pop out and pop in. You can't tell me my car is different from others. The installer was shocked as well when he said it said 2 hours, and he did it in less then 15 minutes, no computer hacking or running of wires.
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Interesting. I assume their all pre-wired. Well hopefully more people will do it on this forum. Cause I would really like to change the colors on them if i'm able to.
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My suggestion, if you really want them make sure its an option you specify before buying the car, I just don't trust them to do a satisfactory job. The service guy said, "this is a brand new car we don't want to mess it up!" So what does that tell you... lol
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Its entirely possible the car can be ordered pre-wired for it but normally does not come wired. Mercedes does that with the new GLK and the dealer installed rear headrest entertainment system.
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I installed these last night on my base w/sport 6 speed. It did take about 2 hours, but I also took my time. My car was not prewired, but running the wire harness and hooking it up is no problem. If I did it again I could do it in 30min - 1 hour easy. They do look way nicer than the cheap black ones. Heck they would even look good if they didn't light up. Big improvement either way. Oh and for those that want to change the orange bulb to another color, not sure if you can. Everything is built into the sill.
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http://www.courtesyparts.com/images/...6950-Z34KP.pdf
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Yep, should take no more than 15 minutes.
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I installed the kit yesterday, and here are my findings:
Caveats: Notes: Would I do it again or consider having the illuminated door sills on the Z? Yes. My wife loves the look.
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