Which wires give constant, ignition and ground on a 2006 Nissan Altima?
On a 2006 Nissan Altima, take constant power from the Green wire at the white 6-pin ignition harness plug, steering column, pin 1, ignition from the Black/Red wire at the white 6-pin ignition harness plug, steering column, pin 3, and ground to clean, bare body metal. Meter every wire first.
Meter every wire before you tap it. Colors change with trim and build date.
OBD-II port:Under the dash, driver sideBest power spot:Ignition harness plugSystem voltage:12VIgnition type:Key start (this page)
Where do I get constant, ignition and ground on a 2006 Nissan Altima?
Constant, ignition and accessory are on one plug at the key cylinder.
Ground pointsBare body metalNever the battery negative post.
Locations from Fortin's install guides.
Where is the OBD-II port on a 2006 Nissan Altima?
OBD II
Diagnostic portOBD-II port: under the dash, driver sidePlug-in GPS trackers and OBD harnesses connect here. Check the port before you plan the install.
Which years share wiring with the 2006 Nissan Altima?
This page2006Nissan Altima.
Same wiring2005Fortin uses the same guide for these years.
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This page covers the 2006 Nissan Altima midsize sedan with a key start.
The wire colors come from Fortin's install guide, read wire by wire. Our own team has not yet metered these on a 2006 Altima.
Written by API Signal, fleet GPS and camera installers for 35+ years across Georgia, South Carolina and North Carolina, installing every major telematics and camera brand. Every wire on this page lists its source.
Test every wire with a meter before you tap it
No wiring information is ever guaranteed. Colors and locations change with trim, options and build date, and the manufacturer can change them in the middle of a model year. We share this as a starting point for installers, and you are responsible for confirming every connection on the vehicle in front of you.
Common questions about 2006 Nissan Altima wiring
What wire is constant power on a 2006 Nissan Altima?
Green at the white 6-pin ignition harness plug, steering column, pin 1. 12V battery feed. Meter it before you tap it.
What wire is ignition on a 2006 Nissan Altima?
Black/Red at the white 6-pin ignition harness plug, steering column, pin 3. Hot with the key in run. Meter it before you tap it.
Which years share wiring with the 2006 Nissan Altima?
2005. Fortin uses the same guide for these years.
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