Is this even the right adapter for my 2005 Nissan Altima? I purchased and installed it last summer and FM reception is horrible.
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I saw a review that said you do not need it. I'm assuming you installed an aftermarket radio, and from what I can find, you connect the 3 blue wires together. There may be an antenna amp that needs power to work properly. 5.0 out of 5 stars Do not need for a 2005 Nissan Altima, December 21, 2009 By Christopher L. Lombardi "Lumber" (Connecticut) - See all my reviews Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?) This review is from: Metra 40-NI10 Nissan Antenna Adapter (Electronics) I am sure this product works great, but Do not buy it for a 2005 Nissan Altima. You do not need it, I made this mistake. Just hook up the Power Antenna wire to a power source (Head unit preferred). ------------------------------------------------------ You can also read this thread for a discussion: http://www.nissanclub.com/forums/2002-2006-nissan-altima-discussion-2-5-3-5/196573-2005-nissan-altima-radio-question-2.html
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T.Bower has it right, just use existing wiring. The FM transmission on mine is very weak - have to crank the radio volume way up to hear it. Your better off with the hard wiring.
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you will need steering wheel audio control adapter for nissan altima from this site axxess interface.com
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I would avoid this product. Simply doesn't work. Go to radio shack, they have an adapter for $25 +/- .
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It can virtually be used on any station from 88.5 to 108.5 Mz. The only problem as with any adapter that goes thru the FM band is that if you try to use a channel that a radio station uses as well, you will have interference. Most cities don't use the lower end of the FM band. Here's how you decide what channel to use. Turn on your radio and find a channel that only receives static, say 89.1. If your town has a station that transmits under 89.3, you are better off going to 88.9 or 88.7 if those channels aren't being used by another station. Then simply adjust your adapter to that same channel, adjust your volume and enjoy!
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Sincerelly I don't know. I suggest read full specifications to be sure before. I use in my Toyota Corolla with AM/FM Radio only. Sorry
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I would try deleting the FM presets that are currently stored. Select 88 to 108 and then try the auto tune again. The FM stations should generally not need to be retuned manually to get better reception.
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If i remember correctly, my stock stereo needed an adapter to use this antenna, when i bought my aftermarket stereo i no longer needed the adapter
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This antenna IMO is only good if you want to get rid of the larger factory antenna or you only listen to Sirius/XM, as AM/FM reception is worse (I live approx. 35 miles outside of a major city) and the AM/FM stations were barely coming in.
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I went to a local car audio store to get the correct wire harness adapter and dash trim/din set, I would recommend finding a local car audio store that sells those parts to you can connect everything right and have it look nice. Mine looked awesome and played great, I don't have the car I put it in any more, and I really miss it.
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Yes, that's exactly the car I have. Just bought the adapter and it works like a champ!
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Side note with this. Be careful using this in a vehicle it is illegal in many states unless you have a ham radio license. I am not trying to pick a fight or tell you what to do I don't even care if you do it or not just a lot of people don't know this. The adapter that Dennis answered with works really good also.
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I have had the same problem as mentioned by others. I bought it in 2013 and have struggled to tune in local FM stations, even with several different antennas. Nothing seems to work. Any additional suggestions?
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I bought this for my 2008 Altima and did not have the right connection either. The manual states: "Applications: 2003-2006 350z 2005-2006 Armada 2003-2006 Frontier 2003-2006 Murano 2003-2006 Pathfinder 2004-2006 Quest 2004-2006 Titan 2003-2006 Xterra" I am no expert so maybe the seller can provide some info. Otherwise I am returning mine.
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Ok the antena &#128225; conector is the same are your car &#128663; no need any more but is no the same you need a antenna kit connector to resolve this problem this kit is very low price my apologies my English is bad.
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Hi, I installed this unit myself and went through some hiccup, but overall it is quite an interesting experience. If you own an Nissan Altima 2011 with manual AC, you will be happy with its look. For radio signal, you need to buy another antenna adapter for Altima 2007to 20012 from Metra on Amazon. Connect the blue wire from that adapter to red wire of black connector provided with the unit. For GPS signal, you need to find allocation for it. I placed it into middle vent with face up to the dash. This location work out real we'll for me. It pick up GPS signal much quicker and get more satelites. I am so happy with it now! After that you just take time to set its features which suite you best. I would reccomend this unit for factory look of Altima and price also.
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If you plug in the 'dongle' thing to the side, you should be able to turn on the FM mod and use it in the car.It uses that as an 'antenna' to broadcast to your FM radio.