Expert Verdict (2026) - Why Buy?
For older Nissan and Infiniti stereos that are NOT satellite-radio capable, the GROM NISCDCB3 uses CD-changer emulation to add Bluetooth hands-free calling and music streaming — covering vehicles like the 1999-2001 Altima, Maxima, and Infiniti I30/I35, plus the Nissan Sentra and Xterra through the mid-2000s. Choose this kit specifically when your factory stereo does NOT show CAT or SAT on its face.
Quick facts: GROM-BT3-NIS0CDC · Compatible with select Infiniti FX35/FX45/FX50/G20/I30/I35/Q45/QX4 and Nissan 200SX/350Z/Altima/Maxima/Pathfinder LE/Sentra/Xterra (1997–2008, CDC emulation) · 1-year replacement warranty.
Add Bluetooth hands-free calling and wireless music streaming to your factory car stereo with the GROM-BT3 integrated Bluetooth adapter.
Compatible with: Select Nissan / Infiniti 1997-2008 factory stereos — CDC emulation mode (for stereos without CAT/SAT/XM).
- Hands-free calling (HFP)
- Wireless music streaming (A2DP) from any smartphone
- Steering wheel and stereo control compatible
- Includes: GROM-BT3 module, vehicle-specific data harness, microphone, installation manual
AUX-In cable sold separately.
Vehicle Compatibility
| Model |
Years |
Notes |
| Infiniti FX35 / FX45 / FX50 |
2003–2008 |
No CAT/SAT button |
| Infiniti G20 |
1999–2001 |
— |
| Infiniti I30 / I35 |
1999–2001 |
— |
| Infiniti Q45 |
1997–2001 |
Must have CHG button |
| Infiniti QX4 |
1999–2001 |
Must have CHG button |
| Nissan 200SX |
1999–2001 |
Double DIN with CD/CHG button |
| Nissan 350Z |
2002–2003 |
Must have CHG button |
| Nissan Altima |
1999–2001 |
Double DIN with CD/CHG button |
| Nissan Maxima |
1999–2001 |
Double DIN with CD/CHG button |
| Nissan Maxima |
2002–2003 |
Single CD player radio only |
| Nissan Pathfinder LE |
1999–2001 |
Double DIN with CD/CHG button |
| Nissan Sentra |
1999–2007 |
Double DIN with CD/CHG button |
| Nissan Xterra |
1999–2006 |
Double DIN with CD/CHG button |
Note: This CDC-emulation kit is only for stereos that do NOT have "CAT" or "SAT" printed on the faceplate and are not Satellite-capable. If your Nissan/Infiniti has CAT or SAT printed on it, use our SAT-emulation kit instead. External CD changers will be disconnected for this adapter to work.
