The 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima came with factory halogen headlights on some trims. The 2019 Maxima got redesigned full LED headlights. Many owners with halogen headlights want the 2019 LED look.
HEADLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED. The KVS kit is one pair of conversion harnesses only.
Quick Answer
Yes, you can install 2019 Nissan Maxima full LED headlights on a 2016-2018 Maxima that came with halogen headlights. Swapping the headlights alone is not enough. The factory halogen wiring does not match the LED headlights, so you need a vehicle-specific conversion harness.
What you need:
- A pair of 2019 Nissan Maxima full LED headlights (sold separately)
- The 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima Halogen to 2019 LED Headlight Conversion Harness (one pair)
Not sure which headlights your car has? See How to Tell What Type of Headlights Your Vehicle Has.
Why the 2019 LED Headlights Are Not Plug and Play
The 2019 LED headlights physically fit the earlier car. The electrical side is different.
Halogen Maximas use a different wiring layout than cars with full LED headlights. The LED headlights are not designed to run on the original halogen wiring. A conversion harness bridges that difference and leaves the factory wiring in place.
For the bigger picture on swapping in newer headlights, read Can I Install Newer OEM Headlights on an Older Vehicle? and Do I Need a Headlight Conversion Harness?
What the Conversion Harness Does
The harness plugs in between the factory halogen connectors and the 2019 LED headlights. It corrects the wiring layout so the LED headlight functions work properly.
- Plugs into the factory connectors
- Corrects the wiring layout for the LED headlights
- Keeps the factory wiring intact
- No cutting or splicing
Installation Overview
- Remove the factory halogen headlight assemblies.
- Connect the conversion harnesses to the factory vehicle connectors.
- Connect the 2019 full LED headlights to the harnesses.
- Secure the wiring.
- Reinstall the headlights.
- Test all lighting functions.
No cutting or splicing is required.
Fitment
This harness fits:
- 2016 Nissan Maxima
- 2017 Nissan Maxima
- 2018 Nissan Maxima
The car must have factory halogen headlights. It converts to 2019 Nissan Maxima full LED headlights.
It is not for cars that already came with factory LED headlights.
Before You Order
- Your car is a 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima
- It came with factory halogen headlights
- You are installing 2019 Nissan Maxima full LED headlights
Thinking about aftermarket headlights instead of OEM? Read OEM vs. Aftermarket Headlights: Which Should You Buy? first. Questions about fitment? Contact us before you order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to cut or splice any wires?
No. The harness plugs into the factory connectors.
Why is a conversion harness required?
Factory halogen and 2019 full LED headlights use different wiring layouts. The harness adapts the factory wiring so the LED headlights work correctly.
Will this work on a Maxima that already has factory LED headlights?
No. It is only for 2016-2018 Maximas that came with factory halogen headlights.
Are the headlights included?
No. HEADLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED. The kit is one pair of conversion harnesses. The 2019 full LED headlights are sold separately.
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