Rear sensors - Nissan Murano

Jim C · 01-20-2004, 09:58 AM

Hey MO Gurus:

Anyone know if the 04 MO has rear sensors available as an option? They don't appear on Nissan's website, and I'm inclined to believe they are not offered. However, while perusing the WAAG site, I noticed a disclaimer on the rear bumperguard saying that the guard was not compatible with rear sensors. So I'm wondering if that was just a generic disclaimer or if WAAG knows something that doesn't (yet) appear on the Nissan site. If the sensors aren't offered, anyone know of a good aftermarket alternative?

Thanks in advance!

milgrad · 01-20-2004, 11:40 AM

It is not an option on the 04 MO....I wish it was though....

**Kris** · 01-20-2004, 12:04 PM

follow this link bckup sensor

This was installed on a FX, but the sensor is universal. As a matter of fact I was considering it as well (another project on the back burner, priorities!).

Hope it helps....

Furby · 01-20-2004, 12:13 PM

I have an after market backup sensor installed. The dealer offered that as an option. It looks really nice. They even painted the outter part of the sensors to match the bumper. I'll try to get a picture. The alarm beeps when it detects an obstacle and beeps faster as you get closer to it. When you hear a solid tone, you are about 6-8 inches from the object.

**Kris** · 01-20-2004, 12:25 PM

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Originally posted by Furby
I have an after market backup sensor installed. The dealer offered that as an option. It looks really nice. They even painted the outter part of the sensors to match the bumper. I'll try to get a picture. The alarm beeps when it detects an obstacle and beeps faster as you get closer to it. When you hear a solid tone, you are about 6-8 inches from the object.

pls send the brandand pictures! I am sure many people here are interested

Fencesitter · 01-20-2004, 01:31 PM

6-8 inches? That means you're still going to be parking by braille in the city- I'd kill for a parking spot with 6-8 inches on either/both side(s)

**Kris** · 01-20-2004, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Fencesitter
6-8 inches? That means you're still going to be parking by braille in the city- I'd kill for a parking spot with 6-8 inches on either/both side(s)

So how do you get in and out of the vehicle?

Sunroof I guess

Jim C · 01-21-2004, 11:20 AM

Thanks for the input guys. I'm looking into aftermarket systems sensor systems (even though my MO is not due to arrive for several more weeks!). While searching through the web, I came across this solution used by some Acura MDX folks. Its appeal is that there is no drilling into the visible part of the bumper and the sensors are tucked away in an unobtrusive manner. Given the pictures on the MDX site, do folks think this might work for the MO?

Furby · 01-23-2004, 01:31 AM

Here are the pictures I promised. I still need to call the dealer to find out who makes it and how much the parts cost.

Furby · 01-23-2004, 01:33 AM

Here is a closeup shot of the sensor

Doombringer · 01-23-2004, 02:51 AM

That's REALLY nice. Get us more information!

viewmont · 01-23-2004, 02:56 AM

that looks great!
where is the speaker placed inside? and what does it look like installed? (pics)
thanks

Jim C · 01-23-2004, 09:43 AM

Furby - did you find that the two sensors alone were sufficient for the MO? On my Olds minivan, there are four sensors across the back bumper and it does not appear appreciably wider than the MO.

Thanks for the great pics!

Furby · 01-24-2004, 02:24 AM

I found the two sensors to be sufficient. Before I backed out of the garage, it detects the side of the garage. Also, I had someone stand directly in the middle of the bumper and it picked him up too.
I called the service person at the dealer and he said the sensor is made by EchoMaster. He said they snaked the wires from the sensors through the panel of the car and connect it into the front speakers. The dealership charges $795 for parts and labor (cutting holes in bumper, wiring, etc.)

Their website features the Murano on the front page

http://www.echomaster.com/home.htm

Sgt_Beavis · 01-25-2004, 10:38 AM

That's gonna be my first mod.

One of the drawbacks about the MO's great design is the lack of vision out the rear.

01-20-2004, 09:58 AM	#1 (permalink)
Jim C Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 531	Rear sensors Hey MO Gurus: Anyone know if the 04 MO has rear sensors available as an option? They don't appear on Nissan's website, and I'm inclined to believe they are not offered. However, while perusing the WAAG site, I noticed a disclaimer on the rear bumperguard saying that the guard was not compatible with rear sensors. So I'm wondering if that was just a generic disclaimer or if WAAG knows something that doesn't (yet) appear on the Nissan site. If the sensors aren't offered, anyone know of a good aftermarket alternative? Thanks in advance!

01-20-2004, 11:40 AM	#2 (permalink)
milgrad Super Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 430	It is not an option on the 04 MO....I wish it was though.... __________________ New MO: 2009 SL AWD Platinum/Charcoal Tech, Premium, Nav, Leather, Dual Panel Roof, XPEL Clear Bra, Remote Start, K&N Air Filter, Tinted Front Windows, Rear Bumper Protector, Headrest DVD. Previous MO: 2005 SL AWD Platinum/Charchoal/NAV/VDC/Mobile Entertainment System/Touring Package, Tinted Front Windows, K&N Air Filter, X-Pel Clear Bra, OEM XM Radio, Remote Start, Front Window control from remote Previous MO:2004 SL AWD Blue/Latte/NAV/VDC/Touring Package/XM-SAT/Remote Start/X-Pel Clear Bra/Tinted Front Windows/K&N Airfilter

01-20-2004, 12:04 PM	#3 (permalink)
Kris Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lake Lanier Posts: 5,246	follow this link bckup sensor This was installed on a FX, but the sensor is universal. As a matter of fact I was considering it as well (another project on the back burner, priorities!). Hope it helps.... __________________ had: 03 MO SL, Gold, 2WD, Premium, leather, sunroof, Mobil 1, B-Quiet, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve, HIR's in fogs 08 CTS 304 HP Direct Injection Engine. Fully loaded with every option except AWD 04 FX35, AWD, Touring loaded, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve Dream car: Ferrari Italia ------------------------------------------------ "It's not about how fast you go, it's about how you go fast" - Enzo Ferrari

01-20-2004, 12:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
Furby Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 11	Installed backup sensor on my Murano I have an after market backup sensor installed. The dealer offered that as an option. It looks really nice. They even painted the outter part of the sensors to match the bumper. I'll try to get a picture. The alarm beeps when it detects an obstacle and beeps faster as you get closer to it. When you hear a solid tone, you are about 6-8 inches from the object.

01-23-2004, 01:31 AM	#9 (permalink)
Furby Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 11	Reverse sensor pictures Here are the pictures I promised. I still need to call the dealer to find out who makes it and how much the parts cost. Attached Thumbnails

01-20-2004, 01:31 PM	#6 (permalink)
Fencesitter Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: SFBA, CA, USA Posts: 13	6-8 inches? That means you're still going to be parking by braille in the city- I'd kill for a parking spot with 6-8 inches on either/both side(s)

01-21-2004, 11:20 AM	#8 (permalink)
Jim C Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 531	Thanks for the input guys. I'm looking into aftermarket systems sensor systems (even though my MO is not due to arrive for several more weeks!). While searching through the web, I came across this solution used by some Acura MDX folks. Its appeal is that there is no drilling into the visible part of the bumper and the sensors are tucked away in an unobtrusive manner. Given the pictures on the MDX site, do folks think this might work for the MO?

01-23-2004, 01:33 AM	#10 (permalink)
Furby Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 11	Reverse sensor (close up) Here is a closeup shot of the sensor Attached Thumbnails

01-23-2004, 02:51 AM	#11 (permalink)
Doombringer Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Flemington, NJ Posts: 487	That's REALLY nice. Get us more information! __________________ <b>Nissan Murano Forums:</b> <a href ="http://www.nissanmurano.org">NissanMurano.org</a>

01-23-2004, 02:56 AM	#12 (permalink)
viewmont Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: off the coast Posts: 85	that looks great! where is the speaker placed inside? and what does it look like installed? (pics) thanks __________________ 2005 platinum SL AWD has replaced my 2003 silver SL AWD

01-23-2004, 09:43 AM	#13 (permalink)
Jim C Super Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 531	Furby - did you find that the two sensors alone were sufficient for the MO? On my Olds minivan, there are four sensors across the back bumper and it does not appear appreciably wider than the MO. Thanks for the great pics!

01-24-2004, 02:24 AM	#14 (permalink)
Furby Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Northern California Posts: 11	I found the two sensors to be sufficient. Before I backed out of the garage, it detects the side of the garage. Also, I had someone stand directly in the middle of the bumper and it picked him up too. I called the service person at the dealer and he said the sensor is made by EchoMaster. He said they snaked the wires from the sensors through the panel of the car and connect it into the front speakers. The dealership charges $795 for parts and labor (cutting holes in bumper, wiring, etc.) Their website features the Murano on the front page http://www.echomaster.com/home.htm

01-25-2004, 10:38 AM	#15 (permalink)
Sgt_Beavis Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 148	That's gonna be my first mod. One of the drawbacks about the MO's great design is the lack of vision out the rear.

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