Steering Wheel Trim Removal/Replacement DIY
#46
09-27-2012, 04:04 AM
I'm new here and a new owner so I'll introduce myself. My name is Billy and I just bought a 2007 G35 Sedan with 56,000 miles.
I have wrapped my steering wheel, window switch plates and all the brushed aluminum dash pieces in CF in my car already. All the factory rubberized finish was pretty scratched and you could tell where someone had just painted over it. I think the outcome came out pretty well.
I am also in progress of wrapping the chrome pieces on the exterior of the car around the windows and the lip on the rear where the camera is. These will be wrapped in a black vinyl.
I have wrapped my steering wheel, window switch plates and all the brushed aluminum dash pieces in CF in my car already. All the factory rubberized finish was pretty scratched and you could tell where someone had just painted over it. I think the outcome came out pretty well.
I am also in progress of wrapping the chrome pieces on the exterior of the car around the windows and the lip on the rear where the camera is. These will be wrapped in a black vinyl.
#48
11-01-2012, 06:49 PM
Good news, a fellow member, harp00n, found the part numbers for just the trim pieces! The bad news is that you might not be able to order them at your dealership due to (import?) policies. Original post here and here.
Nissan 48463-JK06A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK06B LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07B LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
Nissan 48463-JK06A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK06B LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07B LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
#49
05-22-2013, 01:00 PM
Does anyone know the torque specs of the airbag torx screws?
Thanks,
Thanks,
This is a common misconception.
According to the US Federal Trade Commission:
No. An independent mechanic, a retail chain shop, or even you yourself can do routine maintenance and repairs on your vehicle. In fact, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which is enforced by the FTC, makes it illegal for manufacturers or dealers to claim that your warranty is void or to deny coverage under your warranty simply because someone other than the dealer did the work.”
Yes, the dealership can void your warranty, but it is up to THEM to prove that your tampering with the airbag or airbag screws led to some malfunction. The torque specifications for the two airbag screws are well documented, so as long as you did it correctly, the dealership will have trouble proving their denied warranty claim.
According to the US Federal Trade Commission:
No. An independent mechanic, a retail chain shop, or even you yourself can do routine maintenance and repairs on your vehicle. In fact, the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, which is enforced by the FTC, makes it illegal for manufacturers or dealers to claim that your warranty is void or to deny coverage under your warranty simply because someone other than the dealer did the work.”
Yes, the dealership can void your warranty, but it is up to THEM to prove that your tampering with the airbag or airbag screws led to some malfunction. The torque specifications for the two airbag screws are well documented, so as long as you did it correctly, the dealership will have trouble proving their denied warranty claim.
#52
05-23-2013, 11:18 AM
Thanks Mikaly... that is awesome!!!
The other Q I had was that according to the steering wheel replacement protocol (ITB12-050, bullet "e") they dispose the back cover of the steering wheel and replace with a new one.
Does this have to be done? None of the member write-ups mention a new back cover being required. I am getting a pair of torx screws (airbag screws) since some people ended up damaging theirs.
Thanks again...
Cheers!
The other Q I had was that according to the steering wheel replacement protocol (ITB12-050, bullet "e") they dispose the back cover of the steering wheel and replace with a new one.
Does this have to be done? None of the member write-ups mention a new back cover being required. I am getting a pair of torx screws (airbag screws) since some people ended up damaging theirs.
Thanks again...
Cheers!
Last edited by rmankidy; 05-23-2013 at 11:56 AM. Reason: Error in post
#53
05-23-2013, 03:34 PM
Thanks Mikaly... that is awesome!!!
The other Q I had was that according to the steering wheel replacement protocol (ITB12-050, bullet "e") they dispose the back cover of the steering wheel and replace with a new one.
Does this have to be done? None of the member write-ups mention a new back cover being required. I am getting a pair of torx screws (airbag screws) since some people ended up damaging theirs.
Thanks again...
Cheers!
The other Q I had was that according to the steering wheel replacement protocol (ITB12-050, bullet "e") they dispose the back cover of the steering wheel and replace with a new one.
Does this have to be done? None of the member write-ups mention a new back cover being required. I am getting a pair of torx screws (airbag screws) since some people ended up damaging theirs.
Thanks again...
Cheers!
#55
05-26-2013, 07:55 AM
Thank you Mikaly. With your DIY, it didn't take long at all. Have been procrastinating doing the CF wrap to my beat up steering wheel trim because of the hassle of getting the trim piece out but it wasn't bad at all.
The CF vinyl was tricky and wish I had some practice with it before because you do learn some tricks as you are doing it--but best part is a lot of my little imperfections aren't even noticeable once installed and the air bag module replaced over top. I highly recommend anyone who likes the carbon fiber look to give the wrap a try. Makes me love my car even more now!
The CF vinyl was tricky and wish I had some practice with it before because you do learn some tricks as you are doing it--but best part is a lot of my little imperfections aren't even noticeable once installed and the air bag module replaced over top. I highly recommend anyone who likes the carbon fiber look to give the wrap a try. Makes me love my car even more now!
#56
06-20-2013, 01:45 PM
OK
Here need to change some part numbers:
Nissan 48463-JK06A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK06B LIDSTEERING,RH - Dark grey (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK06C LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07B LIDSTEERING,RH - Dark grey (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07C LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (only cruise-control hole)
Today got from my dealer 48463-JK07C and its beige color
Also before i got 48463-JK07B its dark grey color for car with brown leather
Here need to change some part numbers:
Nissan 48463-JK06A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK06B LIDSTEERING,RH - Dark grey (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK06C LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (only cruise-control hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07A LIDSTEERING,RH - Black (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07B LIDSTEERING,RH - Dark grey (both cruise-control and Navi/Bluetooth hole)
Nissan 48463-JK07C LIDSTEERING,RH - Beige (only cruise-control hole)
Today got from my dealer 48463-JK07C and its beige color
Also before i got 48463-JK07B its dark grey color for car with brown leather
Last edited by Indigo 12; 06-20-2013 at 01:51 PM.
The following 2 users liked this post by Indigo 12:
mikaly (06-21-2013),
Q8y_drifter (10-27-2013)
#57
10-10-2013, 02:51 AM
I'm thinking about doing the same thing with the gloss carbon fiber wrap but this looks clean AF too where'd you order your wrap from?
I'm new here and a new owner so I'll introduce myself. My name is Billy and I just bought a 2007 G35 Sedan with 56,000 miles.
I have wrapped my steering wheel, window switch plates and all the brushed aluminum dash pieces in CF in my car already. All the factory rubberized finish was pretty scratched and you could tell where someone had just painted over it. I think the outcome came out pretty well.
I am also in progress of wrapping the chrome pieces on the exterior of the car around the windows and the lip on the rear where the camera is. These will be wrapped in a black vinyl.
I have wrapped my steering wheel, window switch plates and all the brushed aluminum dash pieces in CF in my car already. All the factory rubberized finish was pretty scratched and you could tell where someone had just painted over it. I think the outcome came out pretty well.
I am also in progress of wrapping the chrome pieces on the exterior of the car around the windows and the lip on the rear where the camera is. These will be wrapped in a black vinyl.
#58
10-11-2013, 02:16 AM
#59
12-28-2013, 08:46 PM
This thread is great!
I just wanted to say thanks to mikaly and all the others on this thread. I just completed this install in an hour and a half including the trip down the street for the T30 tamper proof bit and drinking the requisite 2 beers. Total cost not including booze was $35 max. What an excellent writeup good job
Many thanks all!
Peace!
Many thanks all!
Peace!
#60
02-03-2014, 10:35 PM
Registered User