QX80 USB Port Compatibility with '11 QX56

[gdstephenson]

Anyone know if there are trim/cluster pieces in the newer QX80's with USB charge ports that might be easily interchangeable with older (2011) QX56 parts? For example, the backside of the front center console for 2nd row passengers, or the dashboard center lower cluster where the heated steering wheel button on older models is replaced with USB ports? Thanks!

 

[primov8]

I’m sure it can be done but Infiniti/Nissan doesn’t sell those USB ports individually. Those trim pieces will also be expensive and doubt it would be a direct plug in to the harness.
Awhile back, on my QX80, I removed the charger inlet on the shifter console and installed a dual USB port. In another week or so, I’m also going to replace the charger inlet on the rear of the center console for the 2nd row. For the 3rd row, I’m also going to add the same dual USB ports on each side.
Dual USB

 

[gdstephenson]

I’m sure it can be done but Infiniti/Nissan doesn’t sell those USB ports individually. Those trim pieces will also be expensive and doubt it would be a direct plug in to the harness.
Awhile back, on my QX80, I removed the charger inlet on the shifter console and installed a dual USB port. In another week or so, I’m also going to replace the charger inlet on the rear of the center console for the 2nd row. For the 3rd row, I’m also going to add the same dual USB ports on each side.
Dual USB

Very cool. Sounds like thats the way to go. Would be very appreciative of any tips/steps/pics/parts you could provide! Thanks.

 

[primov8]

Click on the link I posted on my thread. It’ll bring you over to the CA site and where our forum member there posted his DIY, pics included.

I bought the dual USB outlets on Amazon. Stick with the aluminum construction ones, better for heat dissipation.