I'm going to run the power cord out of sight at the edge of the headliner over to the unit.
What I want to put up there (map lights) is the direct power box.
I'm going to do the same with an AUX cable, run it inside the A Pillar, down under the dash, and then coming out in the center console so I can plug it in when I want, or just put it away (I also have the option of doing direct FM wiring, but the box has a standard antenna connector, so I'd have to buy two connects to go with it, one for Nissan to regular just to plug into the box, and another to go from regular to nissan to plug it into the back of the head unit. I've already run the antenna cable up the inside of the A Pillar. 2005-2012 Nissan 2005-2012 Nissan Map Lamp Assembly 26430-EA012 We are OPEN and serving our community and essential workers during this time. Map Lamp Assembly - Nissan (26430-4CE1A) OEM Nissan Map Lamp Assembly for 2014-2016 Nissan. So, since I bought the Altima, I realized I'm going to have the car for at least 3 years, and don't want the wires hanging all over the place. Much easier to reach than on the dash over the radio. In my old car I had it mounted in the top left corner of the windshield, just above my standard viewing range. Its awesome, nice and small, has 10 presents, and was cheap. Click to expand.No, this is actually a direct power source for the satellite radio.