Sweeet, I really like the look of that REVESOL wheel, wasn't expecting it to fit onto the stock wheel, I might have to go that route at some point. Good to hear the dupont connectors fit, it's definitely a much cheaper alternative to the OEM pins while still giving a good fit. I'll probably be doing some sort of quick disconnect as well, so I can swap out for the stock connectors. If I find a set of paddles with those connectors (or the actual connectors) on it for a reasonable price, I'll share the part number on it. I've pinged the eBay sellers but of course they're not sharing lol.
'BREAKING' 2013 ALTIMA 2.5 S (L33) DOES HAVE MANUAL SHIFT MODE!!
I currently own a Nissan Atima L33 2.5 S (model) and driven it for the pass 8 years. I bought it brand new off the lot with 4 miles on the dash (as you'll see on the dash, it still has relatively low mileage) .Currently adding mods incrementally and just discovered that it has "Manual Shift" mode like its 3.5 counterpart but the 2.5 doesn't come equipped with paddle shifters at all (owner's Manual doesn't mention that the 2.5 actually has Manual Shift Mode in which it does!). I figured out how to access/unlock Manual Mode after extensive research i.e. service manuals. I temporarily wired up two" pushbuttons " to the respective paddle shift jst connector on the PCB. Thanks to my wiring skills that I acquired from modding arcade fight sticks, I was able to achieve what probably hasn't been done anywhere in this country (USA) for this exact car. If it wasn't for my love of fight sticks I would've paid a premium for something I can do myself. Currently waiting on my actual paddle shifter kit (stock). It's going to be a blast putting this together Voooom! Voooom!! This car is going to be pretty cool once I'm done with it. Pics coming soon...any questions please ask!! 
...soooo stoked
* UPDATE*
(Pic 1)Manual Mode unlocked!
(Pic 2) Back of gauge cluster module i.e. Combination Meter. Wiring points on the connector M26
(Pic 3) Custom Detachable wiring harness (3-Piece)
(Pic 4) Salvaged steering column Switch bracket w/Paddle Shifter brace from a '13 Altima 3.5L.
(Pic 5) Cleaned and installed. No modifications needed its a one to one fit. No difference in fitment.
(Pic 6) Paddle harness installed (its a 3 piece quick connect harness done by me) * I bought the shifters and new paddle shifter steering column bought directly from Nissan
(Pic 7) wiring installed into the Main Body harness connector M26 which connects to the gauge cluster i.e. Combination Meter
(Pic 8) Nearly finished. Shifters work (of course)!!! More cleaning then install new column cover and new steering wheel!
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...soooo stoked* UPDATE*
(Pic 1)Manual Mode unlocked!
(Pic 2) Back of gauge cluster module i.e. Combination Meter. Wiring points on the connector M26
(Pic 3) Custom Detachable wiring harness (3-Piece)
(Pic 4) Salvaged steering column Switch bracket w/Paddle Shifter brace from a '13 Altima 3.5L.
(Pic 5) Cleaned and installed. No modifications needed its a one to one fit. No difference in fitment.
(Pic 6) Paddle harness installed (its a 3 piece quick connect harness done by me) * I bought the shifters and new paddle shifter steering column bought directly from Nissan
(Pic 7) wiring installed into the Main Body harness connector M26 which connects to the gauge cluster i.e. Combination Meter
(Pic 8) Nearly finished. Shifters work (of course)!!! More cleaning then install new column cover and new steering wheel!
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@rjones6362 Thank you so much for the inspiration to do this, I probably would have never thought this was possible. It took most of the day but I got everything set up and it's working perfectly. I got manual mode!
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Carbon fiber would be sweet in this car, I have the SL model so it does have trim that somewhat looks like carbon fiber already so it might be a good fit. If you were looking for aftermarket exhausts, the 3.5 exhausts work on this model as well. I have the Borla exhaust made for the 3.5 and it sounds amazing. Maybe I can get a recording of it at some point. It will sound even sweeter now that I have manual mode. Thanks again!
Carbon fiber would be sweet in this car, I have the SL model so it does have trim that somewhat looks like carbon fiber already so it might be a good fit. If you were looking for aftermarket exhausts, the 3.5 exhausts work on this model as well. I have the Borla exhaust made for the 3.5 and it sounds amazing. Maybe I can get a recording of it at some point. It will sound even sweeter now that I have manual mode. Thanks again!
Just installed a brand new Stillen Cat-Back exhaust. Sounds really good on cold start, under idle and gets aggressive (Infiniti) on throttle. Oh boy! Manual mode kicks even more! Here's some photos for ya! update
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(Just installed the Stillen Exhaust at the shop)
(Just installed the Stillen Exhaust at the shop)
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Finally got the right connectors for the paddle shifters. Got them from a donor 2012 Maxima on Ebay. I sheathed the wiring to match the rest of the harness. Yup, older Maximas share the same exact paddle shifters. I think the 2012s 2013s.
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Where exactly is the m26 connector do I have to remove the rpm and speedometer to get to it kinda hard to tell in the pic sorryI currently own a Nissan Atima L33 2.5 S (model) and driven it for the pass 8 years. I bought it brand new off the lot with 4 miles on the dash (as you'll see on the dash, it still has relatively low mileage) .Currently adding mods incrementally and just discovered that it has "Manual Shift" mode like its 3.5 counterpart but the 2.5 doesn't come equipped with paddle shifters at all (owner's Manual doesn't mention that the 2.5 actually has Manual Shift Mode in which it does!). I figured out how to access/unlock Manual Mode after extensive research i.e. service manuals. I temporarily wired up two" pushbuttons " to the respective paddle shift jst connector on the PCB. Thanks to my wiring skills that I acquired from modding arcade fight sticks, I was able to achieve what probably hasn't been done anywhere in this country (USA) for this exact car. If it wasn't for my love of fight sticks I would've paid a premium for something I can do myself. Currently waiting on my actual paddle shifter kit (stock). It's going to be a blast putting this together Voooom! Voooom!! This car is going to be pretty cool once I'm done with it. Pics coming soon...any questions please ask!!
* UPDATE*
(Pic 1)Manual Mode unlocked!
(Pic 2) Back of gauge cluster module i.e. Combination Meter. Wiring points on the connector M26
(Pic 3) Custom Detachable wiring harness (3-Piece)
(Pic 4) Salvaged steering column Switch bracket w/Paddle Shifter brace from a '13 Altima 3.5L.
(Pic 5) Cleaned and installed. No modifications needed its a one to one fit. No difference in fitment.
(Pic 6) Paddle harness installed (its a 3 piece quick connect harness done by me) * I bought the shifters and new paddle shifter steering column bought directly from Nissan
(Pic 7) wiring installed into the Main Body harness connector M26 which connects to the gauge cluster i.e. Combination Meter
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It's the smaller connector on the back of the cluster. The cluster is actually very easy to remove. You'll need a 10mm socket, a #2 phillips, and a plastic prybar. Remove the lower dash 17 (two 10mm screws) and pry off the dash end panel 7. Extend and lower the steering wheel as far as it will go, then pry out the cluster bezel 13 and the centerstack trim 24. Then the instrument pad 8 will pry out. Don't bother disconnecting it, just loop it rightward over the steering column. Then 3 phillips heads hold the cluster in.
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I need to figure out how to do this! wish there was a youtube video honestly.I currently own a Nissan Atima L33 2.5 S (model) and driven it for the pass 8 years. I bought it brand new off the lot with 4 miles on the dash (as you'll see on the dash, it still has relatively low mileage) .Currently adding mods incrementally and just discovered that it has "Manual Shift" mode like its 3.5 counterpart but the 2.5 doesn't come equipped with paddle shifters at all (owner's Manual doesn't mention that the 2.5 actually has Manual Shift Mode in which it does!). I figured out how to access/unlock Manual Mode after extensive research i.e. service manuals. I temporarily wired up two" pushbuttons " to the respective paddle shift jst connector on the PCB. Thanks to my wiring skills that I acquired from modding arcade fight sticks, I was able to achieve what probably hasn't been done anywhere in this country (USA) for this exact car. If it wasn't for my love of fight sticks I would've paid a premium for something I can do myself. Currently waiting on my actual paddle shifter kit (stock). It's going to be a blast putting this together Voooom! Voooom!! This car is going to be pretty cool once I'm done with it. Pics coming soon...any questions please ask!!
* UPDATE*
(Pic 1)Manual Mode unlocked!
(Pic 2) Back of gauge cluster module i.e. Combination Meter. Wiring points on the connector M26
(Pic 3) Custom Detachable wiring harness (3-Piece)
(Pic 4) Salvaged steering column Switch bracket w/Paddle Shifter brace from a '13 Altima 3.5L.
(Pic 5) Cleaned and installed. No modifications needed its a one to one fit. No difference in fitment.
(Pic 6) Paddle harness installed (its a 3 piece quick connect harness done by me) * I bought the shifters and new paddle shifter steering column bought directly from Nissan
(Pic 7) wiring installed into the Main Body harness connector M26 which connects to the gauge cluster i.e. Combination Meter
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@scarydog892 I tried to post as much directions as possible. I think I posted the cluster wiring diagram at least (also check the altima forum website) If you don't have electrical or electronics knowledge or know-how (aka aren't handy) then wiring up the paddles to the rear of the cluster might be too much for you. You need to unplug and "unlock" the cluster connector plug to add the wires but you need the proper gauge wire with the correct size female metal crimp-connector that'll go into the harness connector plug. You may have to watch some YouTube vids on how to remove the cluster and also some wiring vids. You can purchase wire assortments of various sizes with the metal crimpped connectors that'll go into the harness ( white plastic) connector/plug that goes into the cluster. I've done extensive research and figured out the Altima L33's wiring diagrams and with my moderate to extensive electronics/wiring experience I successfully wired the paddles (and had fun). I'd say have someone help you so you don't blow your car up! (Side note) Fortunately for Infiniti sedans (the Q series) have the wiring already so if you had one without paddles all you have to do is get the paddles & proper steering column cover and simply hook'em up. I think after I've done all the work people started selling kits on ebay because I haven't seen them on ebay during the process so I had to piece everything together piece by piece from dealers and ebay.
Unfortunately I no longer have the car and now own a '22 Deep Pearl Blue Altima SR VC-Turbo and currently doing some cool mods $$$. I'll be posting pics soon but here's some sneak peeks. My current Altima is pretty much how I wanted my previous Altima to be setup...a proper SR with a turbo. In the process of installing a piggy-back module to turn up the power from 238 HP/ 278 Torque to 315 HP / 328 Torque (the limit!) along with a 50/50 Blow-Off Valve and more! (The STILLEN front splitter is a must have but expensive)
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Unfortunately I no longer have the car and now own a '22 Deep Pearl Blue Altima SR VC-Turbo and currently doing some cool mods $$$. I'll be posting pics soon but here's some sneak peeks. My current Altima is pretty much how I wanted my previous Altima to be setup...a proper SR with a turbo. In the process of installing a piggy-back module to turn up the power from 238 HP/ 278 Torque to 315 HP / 328 Torque (the limit!) along with a 50/50 Blow-Off Valve and more! (The STILLEN front splitter is a must have but expensive)
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