Credit: Kevin Nguyen
Swapped out the stock steering wheel controls for 06+ maxima ones. Because of how it’s wired I lose the trip button but gain a button for the radio. For the buttons to illuminate I’ll have to get a clock spring out of a maxima and run the wires for the illumination pins.
Credit: 13r1an
This thread might be quite old, but it seems the issue was never resolved on the forum, so here’s some helpful information. The component in question is definitely the culprit. It fails, though I’m not sure exactly why or how. Once it does, your turn signals won’t cancel automatically anymore.
For replacement, start by removing the airbag: Unscrew two T-50 safety torx on each side, disconnect two connectors, and remove the 19MM center nut. Remember to mark the alignment—there’s a small dot, just make a mark so you can realign the steering wheel properly on the spline assembly during reassembly.
Alternatively, keeping the steering wheel straight or level while disassembling is also effective. You’ll also need to remove the underdash panel (two Philips screws, some clips, and disconnect the buzzer) to access the six Philips screws that hold the steering column shroud together. After removing that, use four Philips screws to detach the rotating ring and let it hang. Then, remove the blinker and wiper stalks with two Philips screws on each side, followed by three Philips screws to take out the broken piece directly in front of you. Replace it, reassemble everything, and you’re good to go.
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Update 1:
The component is known as a “combination switch.” The Haynes manual provides instructions on how to remove it.
Update #2:
I’m not quite sure how I managed to mess this up twice, but I sheared off the nubs again—likely because I over-tightened the 19MM nut, which pushes the assembly down the shaft, causing it to encounter resistance from the bearing assembly. So, when replacing this, only tighten the nut enough to secure the wheel and no more! My nearest junkyard is an hour’s drive away, so instead of getting a new part, I chose to drill holes and thread bolts to fix it. It might be a makeshift solution, but it works, and now my blinker self-cancels again. At 242,000 miles, I have no complaints.
Member Credit: Eddy
Step 1: Disconnect the airbag connector on a 4th-generation Nissan Maxima. To do this, take off the plastic cover and cut the airbag plug as much as possible. Alternatively, you can obtain a replacement connector from a previously deployed airbag if you wish to keep yours intact for resale.
Step 2: Gently separate the white wires. Among them, you will find two distinct colors: one is red, and the other is brown.
Step 3: Connect the red wire to the yellow wire, and similarly, join the blue wire to the brown wire. Secure these connections by soldering them and then insulate with tape.
Congratulations! Your airbag and steering wheel have been successfully modernized. Enjoy the upgraded features!
Credit: Mark Rodriguez
I’ve successfully swapped an 8th Gen Maxima steering wheel into my 7th Gen Maxima.
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8th Gen Maxima Steering Wheel Swap Into 7th Gen Maxima
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