New owner of a 2004 Murano...with questions - Nissan Murano

Kenneth83 · 11-13-2011, 04:54 PM

So I just bought an 04 with 111,xxx Miles. I need to replace the bumper and I was wondering if the 2007 bumper fits? I know there were some changes in 07... what about the led tailights? Thanks.

nipsirc · 11-13-2011, 05:42 PM

all 1st Gen Murano bumpers are same except for the aluminum top for 2006 and 2007.
The led taillights only came in 2006 so you have to purchase and install that

Kenneth83 · 11-13-2011, 08:14 PM

So the only changes to the bumper were the bumper protector, all the brackets are in the same place? Any body ever install one on a pre-2006 murano?

**njjoe** · 11-13-2011, 09:24 PM

K83-

The LED tails are not simply plug-n-play. You will need to cobble together an interface box in order to get them to work on your MO. Do a forum search and you can see what is involved.

The '04 and '07 bumpers are not identical. I believe the latter has slots cut into the top to facilitate the mounting of the bumper protector. However, the mounting points may be similar.

-njjoe

Kenneth83 · 11-13-2011, 09:46 PM

Yeah...Thats kinda what I figured, I would assume its the same...but Id hate to buy an 06 or 07 bumper on an assumption.... Hopefully somebody who has done it will roll by this thread and let me know for sure. Thanks

**njjoe** · 11-13-2011, 10:03 PM

Out of curiosity, why not just source a 2004 bumper?

-njjoe

Pilgrim · 11-13-2011, 10:28 PM

If you need the bumper cover (fascia) I can't help. If you need the actual bumper that is aluminum and is under the cover, I have one that I'll sell for $10 plus shipping. It's just taking up space in the garage since I installed a factory trailer hitch on my 2007 model.

Kenneth83 · 11-14-2011, 10:23 AM

Thanks Pilgrim, I havent pulled the old cover yet, But I`ll certainly keep that in mind if I need it, I too may be installing a tow hitch...Is the factory hitch a new inner bumper?

I`m not against an 04, I just seem to be coming across more 06 and 07 for some reason. Plus, If i can find a replacement bumper that already has the late model bumper protector that would be a plus....wont have to use double sided tape!
Thanks guys.

Pilgrim · 11-14-2011, 10:57 AM

The least expensive option is an aftermarket hitch and it doesn't require pulling the bumper fascia to install. The factory hitch is a good option and shows less from behind, but it's more expensive and requires more labor to install. I have done it and I'll add a link to my thread showing you the process.

The factory hitch requires a different aluminum bumper under the fascia - OR you could use a metal saw and modify the stock bumper to fit the hitch. The stock bumper is made in an arc and the hitch is a straight line, so there's a good-sized notch cut out of the aluminum bumper on each end where the hitch intersects it. Check the photos in my thread and I think you'll see it.

You could modify a stock bumper, or you can order the hitch-type replacement for about $100 if you search the web.

Here's the thread: Factory hitch mounted - with pics

Warhammer · 11-14-2011, 01:37 PM

2007 parts will fit on the 2004. I had a rear end accident last year that left procuring parts for repair. I liked the 06-07 rear bumper cover so I got that one. Fits perfectly!

Kenneth83 · 11-15-2011, 01:13 AM

Awesome, just the reassurance I was looking for. Thanks.

11-13-2011, 04:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
Kenneth83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 10	New owner of a 2004 Murano...with questions So I just bought an 04 with 111,xxx Miles. I need to replace the bumper and I was wondering if the 2007 bumper fits? I know there were some changes in 07... what about the led tailights? Thanks.

11-13-2011, 09:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
njjoe Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jersey Shore (not THAT Jersey Shore, the real one) Posts: 11,744	K83- The LED tails are not simply plug-n-play. You will need to cobble together an interface box in order to get them to work on your MO. Do a forum search and you can see what is involved. The '04 and '07 bumpers are not identical. I believe the latter has slots cut into the top to facilitate the mounting of the bumper protector. However, the mounting points may be similar. -njjoe __________________ 2005 SL AWD, Platinum -OEM HID conversion & HID fogs -OEM iPod interface -Upgraded (non-Bose) speakers - Pioneer TS-A1702C & TS-G1643R -Muth signal mirrors -Valley Industries hitch and wiring harness -Aluminum fuel tank shields

11-13-2011, 10:03 PM	#6 (permalink)
njjoe Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Jersey Shore (not THAT Jersey Shore, the real one) Posts: 11,744	Out of curiosity, why not just source a 2004 bumper? -njjoe __________________ 2005 SL AWD, Platinum -OEM HID conversion & HID fogs -OEM iPod interface -Upgraded (non-Bose) speakers - Pioneer TS-A1702C & TS-G1643R -Muth signal mirrors -Valley Industries hitch and wiring harness -Aluminum fuel tank shields

11-13-2011, 10:28 PM	#7 (permalink)
Pilgrim Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 2,024	If you need the bumper cover (fascia) I can't help. If you need the actual bumper that is aluminum and is under the cover, I have one that I'll sell for $10 plus shipping. It's just taking up space in the garage since I installed a factory trailer hitch on my 2007 model. __________________ 2007 Murano 1983 280ZX Turbo 1994 BMW 325i

11-14-2011, 10:57 AM	#9 (permalink)
Pilgrim Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Fort Collins, CO Posts: 2,024	The least expensive option is an aftermarket hitch and it doesn't require pulling the bumper fascia to install. The factory hitch is a good option and shows less from behind, but it's more expensive and requires more labor to install. I have done it and I'll add a link to my thread showing you the process. The factory hitch requires a different aluminum bumper under the fascia - OR you could use a metal saw and modify the stock bumper to fit the hitch. The stock bumper is made in an arc and the hitch is a straight line, so there's a good-sized notch cut out of the aluminum bumper on each end where the hitch intersects it. Check the photos in my thread and I think you'll see it. You could modify a stock bumper, or you can order the hitch-type replacement for about $100 if you search the web. Here's the thread: Factory hitch mounted - with pics __________________ 2007 Murano 1983 280ZX Turbo 1994 BMW 325i

11-13-2011, 05:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
nipsirc Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Toronto ON Canada Posts: 288	all 1st Gen Murano bumpers are same except for the aluminum top for 2006 and 2007. The led taillights only came in 2006 so you have to purchase and install that

11-13-2011, 08:14 PM	#3 (permalink)
Kenneth83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 10	So the only changes to the bumper were the bumper protector, all the brackets are in the same place? Any body ever install one on a pre-2006 murano?

11-13-2011, 09:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
Kenneth83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 10	Yeah...Thats kinda what I figured, I would assume its the same...but Id hate to buy an 06 or 07 bumper on an assumption.... Hopefully somebody who has done it will roll by this thread and let me know for sure. Thanks

11-14-2011, 10:23 AM	#8 (permalink)
Kenneth83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 10	Thanks Pilgrim, I havent pulled the old cover yet, But I`ll certainly keep that in mind if I need it, I too may be installing a tow hitch...Is the factory hitch a new inner bumper? I`m not against an 04, I just seem to be coming across more 06 and 07 for some reason. Plus, If i can find a replacement bumper that already has the late model bumper protector that would be a plus....wont have to use double sided tape! Thanks guys.

11-14-2011, 01:37 PM	#10 (permalink)
Warhammer Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Rio Rancho, NM Posts: 2,420	2007 parts will fit on the 2004. I had a rear end accident last year that left procuring parts for repair. I liked the 06-07 rear bumper cover so I got that one. Fits perfectly! __________________ *Ain't nothin' MO fun than drivin' a MO.*

11-15-2011, 01:13 AM	#11 (permalink)
Kenneth83 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Posts: 10	Awesome, just the reassurance I was looking for. Thanks.

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