2000 pathfinder Ti head unit replacement

[RossN]

G'day

I have a 2000 model Pathfinder Ti and i'm looking to upgrade the head unit. I have heard that it can be difficult to do and was wondering if it will be for my model and if so the best way to go about it?
This is what my head unit currently looks like

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Thank you in advance.

[Rebelord]

You have to get an adapter for the wiring. Or re wire your speakers completely. Scostche(?) is a brand that makes one.

 

Sent from my Moto X!

 

 

[AndyC]

You've got bigger problems, your steering wheel's on the wrong side!

[SilverPath]

Its really not too difficult to change out your headunit (HU) and replace it with something better. This is all based on if you don't have a BOSE system. With that I think you have factory amps to bypass and so forth.

 

All these parts can be found at a local car audio store and possibly an auto parts store(sorry I have no idea what kind of stores are down there!)

 

Depending on what HU you bought, 1-din or 2-din you will need an install kit that comes with mounting hardware and other plastic bits to fill in the open space.
One like this:

http://www.amazon.com/Stereo-Install-Nissan-Pathfinder-installation/dp/B000KL6UGC

 

Then you will need to find a wiring harness adapter from 2000 Pathy harness to radio adapter

one like this:

http://www.amazon.com/Metra-70-7550-Wiring-Harness-Speaker/dp/B0002BG6B4/ref=pd_cp_e_0

 

Edit;

I think you will need an antenna adapter also, I can't remember, it has been so long since I did mine. You will know when you see the hold in the HU is different than the plug!

 

 

Edited November 3, 2013 by SilverPath

[RossN]

Very helpful! Thanks guys. One more thing, removing the door panel to get to the speakers, how do i go about it?

[SilverPath]

I don't know if the post face lift R-50s are any different than the pre face lift guys. Do you have power or manual windows? On the pre face lift cars w/manual windows you have to remove two bolts in the arm rest. One bolt behind a round cover inside the door handle cup. There is a trim piece around the door handle that popes off. Then there is a snap ring under the window crank arm that needs removing. After that were are a few plastic clips usually orange or yellow that need to be popped out. They make a trim piece tool that helps you not break them. Its quite handy.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Auto-Trim-Pad-Remover-Upholstery-Clip-Removal-Panel-Car-Pry-Bar-Installer-Tool-/230938220051

 

The panel sits on the window opening so once all the clips are out just lift up and out.

[Alkorahil]

As mentioned above, you will need to do a factory amp bypass.

The tool that SilverPath linked to is very very helpful. I would add bepatient and work slow removing the door panel so you dont damage the clips or door card.