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From the research I've done, it appears that the only main difference between the 2016 Nissan Maxima Platinum & the 2017 version is that the '17 comes with Apple CarPlay.
CarPlay is essentially controlled through the main nav cpu and is launched by clicking a carplay icon there.
The Dashboard of a 2017 Nissan Maxima. Notice Apple CarPlay.
QUESTION:
After all of this, it is absolutely 100% clear that Apple's CarPlay was introduced to the '17 Maxima strictly via updated software.
With that said, How can I get Nissan to run that same upgrade software patch on my 2016 Maxima? It should run fine considering that there isn't any hardware enhancements.
Also, the mic installation is needed in addition to the main unit to invoke SIRI if we were to attempt to install on a 2016. Personally, I'm not really impressed with CarPlay's overall functionality to go through such an upgrade and yes, I have an iPhone.
Update: Also, from the information from the link "punkfs" just posted, it's $3K+ for the upgrade and as much as it might be a nice addition, it's not worth $3K. Personally, I'll pass.
Not to start a flame war but nobody has proved that it's a hardware issue in the other 3 page thread either. One person states it but never outright proves it. They make a general statement to "trust" them. If you can't quantify anything, it makes it hard for me to "trust" what you are saying. If a part is superseded, doesn't mean it changed, just means there's a newer part in the chain as someone mentioned.
I still don't understand the new mic thing as I use the current mic to talk to Siri and she understands just fine. Someone will find a way around it, it will just take time.
Huh, braun419 reported the response they received from Nissan verbatum (link):
Originally Posted by Nissan
Thank you for contacting Nissan North America regarding your concern with your 2016 Nissan Maxima. We apologize for any inconvenience this situation may have caused you.
In reference to your inquiry, there is no upgrade available at this time. Although the IT system look similar to past model years the upgrade to CarPlay is more than just a firmware update.
The upgrade would require:
1. New Head Unit
2. New Map Lamp with HD microphone
3. New USB port
4. Several WIRING Harnesses to accommodate new H/U, USB and HD microphone
Be advised that a review of our system indicates the vehicle with the Vehicle Identification Number listed above is involved in the campaign as follows:
Huh, braun419 reported the response they received from Nissan verbatum (link):
Even then that is just someone that might be answering something he/she really has no idea about 100%.
They aka Dodge/Chrysler told us on our 2011-2014 Chargers that we could not just replaced the head unit to get Navigation if it did not come with it. They were wrong. They told us we could not get the SRT-8 performance pages by replacing the deck. Wrong again. I have several other examples too. And wasn't it Hyundai that did the software updates on their 2016's to add it? Might be a horse of different color, but was possible as they did or are doing it.
So for those interested in this, keep pushing forward until you officially have exhausted all avenues, other than just info passed down. #ModOn
Huh, braun419 reported the response they received from Nissan verbatum (link):
No offense but if I believed everything Nissan told me, I would have paid MSRP and purchased every add on they offered. Above and beyond that, the call center probably has a knowledge base they search and give them a scripted answer to give customers. So I don't believe a word in that statement.
OK I'll BITE. Precisely what hardware module(s) are swapped out?
SUPPOSEDLY, Nissan's telematics units with branded firmware commissioned for the 2016 Max's are required by Apple in order for CarPlay to operate. I maybe could believe the telematics unit being different between 2015 and 2016, but doubt Apple could require it.
Apple CarPlay from Maxima '17
