Heated Steering Wheel Rocks!!
09-23-2002, 08:37 AM
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Heated Steering Wheel Rocks!!
I used the heated steering wheel for the first time in my '03 max. I have to say, I am very impressed...it felt so nice to drive with that warm wheel this morning on my way to work. I have to admit, that when I bought the car I didn't think I would ever use it, but now I'm hooked. My drive to work was a complete joy this morning. I'd say the wheel was completely heated in about one minute. Again, quite impressive for a car not to be considered entry-level luxury sedan. Just thought I'd voice my opinion...anyone else???
09-23-2002, 09:05 AM
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Nice and Toasty
I second that....
This morning was a brisk 44F and I had the steering wheel and seat warming me up. Greatest thing since sliced bread! Now I know why I spent the extra money on the meridian package.
Old man winter doesn't stand a chance.
This morning was a brisk 44F and I had the steering wheel and seat warming me up. Greatest thing since sliced bread! Now I know why I spent the extra money on the meridian package.
Old man winter doesn't stand a chance.
09-23-2002, 01:24 PM
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Originally posted by pjonkheer
How many cars have this option available?? The Maxima/I35 is the first car I've seen it on... Nobody else I know has this wonderful option...including the Acura TLS!!!
How many cars have this option available?? The Maxima/I35 is the first car I've seen it on... Nobody else I know has this wonderful option...including the Acura TLS!!!
09-23-2002, 01:34 PM
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Originally posted by ssp34
Heated Seats and Steering Wheel are standard on the TLS... plenty of cars have it. And I think you have to have leather to get heated seats. Cloth and heat might not be the best of combinations.
Heated Seats and Steering Wheel are standard on the TLS... plenty of cars have it. And I think you have to have leather to get heated seats. Cloth and heat might not be the best of combinations.
09-23-2002, 01:45 PM
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Originally posted by pjonkheer
Are you sure the TLS has a heated steering wheel?? I know about the seats... My buddy has a TLS and have never noticed the steering wheel...
Are you sure the TLS has a heated steering wheel?? I know about the seats... My buddy has a TLS and have never noticed the steering wheel...
09-23-2002, 01:55 PM
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Originally posted by ssp34
I stand corrected. The seats are heated.. the steering wheel isn't even an option. I've seen it as a feature on a lot of luxury cars though, I'm surprised Acura didn't include it... but then again, there isn't much you can add to the TLS or any Acura.. most of their stuff is standard.. 'cept for the Navi.. and some exterior detailing.
I stand corrected. The seats are heated.. the steering wheel isn't even an option. I've seen it as a feature on a lot of luxury cars though, I'm surprised Acura didn't include it... but then again, there isn't much you can add to the TLS or any Acura.. most of their stuff is standard.. 'cept for the Navi.. and some exterior detailing.
but, regardless what car for $28k has this available? I would have to say none...
09-23-2002, 02:32 PM
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Originally posted by luniz97
my steering wheel heater doesn't work and the f'ers at nissan won't fix it...they made up some bs saying it only works in extremely cold temps which is a complete LIE.
anyone know what to do?
my steering wheel heater doesn't work and the f'ers at nissan won't fix it...they made up some bs saying it only works in extremely cold temps which is a complete LIE.
anyone know what to do?
09-24-2002, 06:58 AM
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Originally posted by pjonkheer
LOL!! Why did you get the meridian living in Texas??
LOL!! Why did you get the meridian living in Texas??
Funny thing is, there are a few weeks each year when we do have at least the potential for hard freezes, particularly overnight...
and the ladies love leather seats that are not cold to sit on!
09-24-2002, 07:11 AM
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Originally posted by jjs
In my case it was part of the loaded to the brim AE I got.
Funny thing is, there are a few weeks each year when we do have at least the potential for hard freezes, particularly overnight...
and the ladies love leather seats that are not cold to sit on!
In my case it was part of the loaded to the brim AE I got.
Funny thing is, there are a few weeks each year when we do have at least the potential for hard freezes, particularly overnight...
and the ladies love leather seats that are not cold to sit on!
Gotta keep those females happy!
09-25-2002, 10:45 AM
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Originally posted by kloogy
S500, and 600 Mercedes has optional seat coolers...
S500, and 600 Mercedes has optional seat coolers...
As for heated steering wheels, I think you are limited to the Benz E-class ($400 for the wheel and $650 for the front seats!), the BMW 5 and 7-series and the Maxima. That is it. Lexus and Infiniti don't even offer it on their $50-60K+ cars. Most of the premium cars come with some wood on the steering wheel which makes the heating element pretty tough to do.
09-25-2002, 10:58 AM
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Call NNA, this is a load of bull. The heater in my steering wheel failed after I had the car for a week. Took it in and they replaced the entire steering wheel.
Originally posted by luniz97
my steering wheel heater doesn't work and the f'ers at nissan won't fix it...they made up some bs saying it only works in extremely cold temps which is a complete LIE.
anyone know what to do?
my steering wheel heater doesn't work and the f'ers at nissan won't fix it...they made up some bs saying it only works in extremely cold temps which is a complete LIE.
anyone know what to do?
09-25-2002, 11:43 AM
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Originally posted by carguyrob
Saab 9-5 Aero has the seat coolers too.
As for heated steering wheels, I think you are limited to the Benz E-class ($400 for the wheel and $650 for the front seats!), the BMW 5 and 7-series and the Maxima. That is it. Lexus and Infiniti don't even offer it on their $50-60K+ cars. Most of the premium cars come with some wood on the steering wheel which makes the heating element pretty tough to do.
Saab 9-5 Aero has the seat coolers too.
As for heated steering wheels, I think you are limited to the Benz E-class ($400 for the wheel and $650 for the front seats!), the BMW 5 and 7-series and the Maxima. That is it. Lexus and Infiniti don't even offer it on their $50-60K+ cars. Most of the premium cars come with some wood on the steering wheel which makes the heating element pretty tough to do.
09-25-2002, 01:14 PM
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Originally posted by jjs
uh, take a look at the I35....
uh, take a look at the I35....
10-31-2002, 06:22 AM
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anyone think their steering wheel gets too hot? I had mine on yesterday and that sucker was really warm!
Its nice though, with that and the heated seats, i dont even need the heat on! If you have leather, you need heated seats! Damn leather is COLD!!!!
Its nice though, with that and the heated seats, i dont even need the heat on! If you have leather, you need heated seats! Damn leather is COLD!!!!
10-31-2002, 07:33 AM
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Originally posted by carguyrob
I took that one as assumed since the I35 is just a more loaded Maxima. There are no features available on a Maxima that you can't get on an I35...except the 6-speed manual and HLSD.
I took that one as assumed since the I35 is just a more loaded Maxima. There are no features available on a Maxima that you can't get on an I35...except the 6-speed manual and HLSD.
10-31-2002, 07:40 AM
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Originally posted by ssp34
What about the sunshade package? And a more sleeker looking Navigation system that pops up out of the front dash.
What about the sunshade package? And a more sleeker looking Navigation system that pops up out of the front dash.
10-31-2002, 07:29 PM
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Originally posted by bluetoy
My steering wheel only heats up once and then it seems to shut off the heat but the light stays on on the switch.
It heats up awsome the first time but then gets cold and wont heat up.
Any thoughts???
Clay
My steering wheel only heats up once and then it seems to shut off the heat but the light stays on on the switch.
It heats up awsome the first time but then gets cold and wont heat up.
Any thoughts???
Clay
10-31-2002, 07:43 PM
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Originally posted by 2002Maxxxima
I think they all do this. I am not sure why.
I think they all do this. I am not sure why.
