It's very well made and worth it if you want these features.

Then it would not be DIY, eh?bdl99 wrote:Something else to consider is if you pay a shop to effectively take the DIY approach, it would probably cost you more in labor and it wouldn't be reversible and of course wouldn't have the other extra features.
True, which is why I said "effectively" and "approach". The point I was trying to make is there are probably four types of owners regarding these bypasses:TonyWilliams wrote:Then it would not be DIY, eh?bdl99 wrote:Something else to consider is if you pay a shop to effectively take the DIY approach, it would probably cost you more in labor and it wouldn't be reversible and of course wouldn't have the other extra features.
I'm assuming that you are referring to going in to the configuration menu and camera settings, if not please post for everyone as I would certainly be interested. I think/hope you would agree that the menu option isn't really practical to do on a regular basis or while driving.TonyWilliams wrote: You're also discounting whether the DIY person can do the "extra features". The rear view camera option is available right now, without any kit or switch. I haven't used it except to show people that it can be done with the simple pushing of buttons. Yes, it is far easier with a switch, but then there are other features I would choose first to be on a dedicated switch.
True, others have taken the timer approach and it is something I considered also but there are cases where timer would be a pain.TonyWilliams wrote: Also, it is not necessary to hack holes for a switch, nor is an indicator light needed. But, I feel that it is prudent to have some warning that the navigation is not updating properly, and a reminder to turn the speed signal back on. Another option might be to have a simple timer on the switch that only offers an XX second interrupt of the speed signal.
The head unit is capable of playing video files and that is where the parking brake comes in to the equation.TonyWilliams wrote: I don't know what the parking brake part of the equation is.
Yes, I highlight this in the instructions. There is no need to wait an extended period of time just be sure not to power up the car while the air bag light is disconnected or don't disconnect it. This error can actually be cleared yourself though if anyone is interested, but much easier to just follow the instructionsTonyWilliams wrote: CAUTION: Whether you use this kit, or any other way, if you remove the center console trim (the bit surrounding the Clarion Audio Video Navigation display, I recommend either not disconnecting the passenger seat air bag light, or waiting over 50 minutes before doing so.
You may end up with lots of error codes. Nissan knows about this problem, and has a fix for it. It's easier not to have to make a trip to the dealer to reset it.
Thanks, as I said nothing could ever compete with a type 1 user on cost, but don't underestimate your skills, there are far fewer people like yourself than you may think.TonyWilliams wrote: Bottom line, of course this apparently well done kit is easier, but will cost more. My time was several hours with exactly the dedicated features I wanted (like the light). My total cost was $20.
Are you saying the head unit can play video files, but only if the parking brake is on? How do you play video files on it? Is it through the USB?bdl99 wrote:The head unit is capable of playing video files and that is where the parking brake comes in to the equation.TonyWilliams wrote:I don't know what the parking brake part of the equation is.
Yes, via USB. The files have to be within certain specs, asf or Divx/Avi and particular bitrates and resolution.lpickup wrote:Are you saying the head unit can play video files, but only if the parking brake is on? How do you play video files on it? Is it through the USB?bdl99 wrote:The head unit is capable of playing video files and that is where the parking brake comes in to the equation.TonyWilliams wrote:I don't know what the parking brake part of the equation is.
Yes, that's the one. Obviously, that's not the most practical, and a dedicated switch would be better. But again, there are probably other things that I would choose first to dedicate a switch to. I'm not sure if I'll add a camera switch... Probablybdl99 wrote:I'm assuming that you are referring to going in to the configuration menu and camera settings, if not please post for everyone as I would certainly be interested. I think/hope you would agree that the menu option isn't really practical to do on a regular basis or while driving.
Yes, I'd like to know how to clear the codes (about a dozen).TonyWilliams wrote:... the air bag light is disconnected or don't disconnect it. This error can actually be cleared yourself though if anyone is interested, but much easier to just follow the instructions
The early adopters of this high tech car tend to favor the reasonably handy and adept. I'm in good company.TonyWilliams wrote:....don't underestimate your skills, there are far fewer people like yourself than you may think.
JohnnySebring wrote:I installed my kit in less than 1/2 hour! Real simple. The back up cam controlled by my mirror button is real handy for lane changes in thick traffic.
Actually the LEAF's side mirrors are pretty small compared to every car I've recently driven (and maybe all cars I've ever driven). I suspect that's because they tried to minimize wind noise on them.TomT wrote:I find that three properly adjusted mirrors work great for that and have no boot-up time! And they are high definition!
Yes, but if you adjust them properly (outward), there are absolutely no blind spots. You use your rear-view mirror first, then the side mirrors. I love the smaller side mirrors!lpickup wrote:Actually the LEAF's side mirrors are pretty small compared to every car I've recently driven (and maybe all cars I've ever driven). I suspect that's because they tried to minimize wind noise on them.TomT wrote:I find that three properly adjusted mirrors work great for that and have no boot-up time! And they are high definition!
They already are (I learned this trick from my kids taking driver's ed, unlike when I took it when they had you adjust it so you could just barely see the rear bumper of the car). I still find them just a bit too small to get a full view. That combined with the fact that the rear headrests block a full width view out the back window and I find the overall rear facing visibility in the LEAF to be poor.LEAFfan wrote:Yes, but if you adjust them properly (outward), there are absolutely no blind spots. You use your rear-view mirror first, then the side mirrors. I love the smaller side mirrors!