While in for service today (oil change), I asked the parts dept. if my 2003 SE w/o bose stereo could possibly addon a 6 disc changer. He looked it up in a huge nissan manual, and said I will need a Y-harness ($94), installation kit ($44) and the 6 disc ($346). It will mount in the trunk. Then I asked if he was positive about this, since my stereo doesn't have the infamous cd changer button on it. He said no problem.

I know the 6 disc can be had online for around $150. Does anyone else know where to get the other parts?

 

Just edited post to try and find out specific part #'s.

 

Why not just get an aftermarket deck/changer and do the install yourself. It will cost around the same thing...

 

Well, I have some concern on the stering wheel controls. I know about the unit from Crutchfield. I don't know how well it interfaces with the stock steering wheel controls, and whether it would retain the same functionality.

 

Check www.courtesyparts.com

 

I had the same problem; first I wasn't sure it would work, since I didn't have the fabled "CD/CHG" switch. Then, the dealer tried to screw me on parts. Luckily, Courtesy Nissan has a good deal. The local dealer (Elway Autonation) wanted $350 for the changer, $50 for the install kit, and $95 for the harness. Well, guess what? That harness is included in the box the changer comes in! Anyway, www.courtesyparts.com will sell you the changer for $150 and the install kit for $40. Have fun!

 

Great info 2k2milehighSE, thanks for clearing things up. Glad to see the harness is included with the changer.

 

Yep, plus, if you look in the Nissan Parts book, the harness is listed as "replacement harness for part no. <cd changer's part no.>" Also, the parts counter guy confirmed it was the same when I brought it by.

 

What's included in this $40 install kit? Cables, brackets etc...?