Genuine OEM INFINITI Electrical Parts — Sensors, Modules and Harnesses
INFINITI of Akron stocks genuine OEM INFINITI electrical components — engine control modules, ABS and stability control modules, lighting assemblies, engine and body wiring harnesses, sensors, and advanced driver assistance system components. Electrical components on modern INFINITI vehicles are calibrated to factory specifications and in many cases require genuine OEM replacements to maintain proper system function and safety system performance.
Safety-Critical Electrical Components — OEM Only
ABS wheel speed sensors, stability control modules, lane departure system sensors, forward collision avoidance components, and blind spot monitoring sensors are safety-critical items where function depends on precise calibration to factory specifications. These systems are engineered around the specific response times, output voltages, and signal characteristics of OEM components. Aftermarket alternatives may not meet the response time and accuracy specifications these safety systems require. INFINITI of Akron recommends genuine OEM for all safety-system electrical components without exception.
Direct Adaptive Steering Electrical Components — Q50 Specific
The INFINITI Q50 steer-by-wire Direct Adaptive Steering system requires genuine OEM electronic components throughout the steering system. The steering column assembly, steering angle sensor, road wheel actuator, and steering control modules are all calibrated as an integrated system. Third-party components are not compatible with DAS calibration and can result in system faults that partially or completely disable the steering system. Any Q50 displaying steering system warning messages should be repaired exclusively with genuine OEM parts from an authorized INFINITI dealer.
Wiring Harnesses
INFINITI wiring harnesses are assembled with specific connector configurations, wire gauges, conductor materials, and electromagnetic shielding for each vehicle's electrical architecture. Aftermarket harnesses frequently use different connector types, wire routing, or insufficient shielding that causes intermittent electrical faults, CAN bus communication errors, or improper grounding. These issues are notoriously difficult to diagnose and can cause symptoms across multiple vehicle systems. Genuine OEM harnesses maintain the exact electrical specifications the vehicle was designed and tested around.
Lighting Components
INFINITI lighting systems include halogen, HID, and full LED headlight assemblies with specific lumen output, beam pattern geometry, and in AFS-equipped models, active aiming motor assemblies. OEM headlight units maintain the legal beam pattern requirements and the specific light output the vehicle's driver assist cameras were calibrated around. On models with camera-based lane keeping and forward collision systems, non-OEM headlights with different light output can affect the performance of these camera systems at night.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do INFINITI wiring harnesses need to be OEM?
Yes. INFINITI wiring harnesses use specific connector configurations, wire gauges, and shielding for each vehicle's electrical architecture. Aftermarket harnesses frequently cause intermittent electrical faults, CAN bus communication errors, or improper grounding that are notoriously difficult to diagnose. Genuine OEM harnesses maintain the exact electrical specifications the vehicle was engineered and tested around.
Can I use an aftermarket ABS sensor on my INFINITI?
ABS wheel speed sensors are safety-critical components where OEM is strongly recommended. The ABS, stability control, and traction control systems are calibrated to the specific signal output of OEM sensors. Aftermarket sensors with different signal characteristics can cause ABS system faults, inconsistent stability control intervention, and in some cases disable these safety systems entirely. INFINITI of Akron stocks genuine OEM ABS sensors for all INFINITI models.
What electrical parts commonly fail on the INFINITI QX60?
Common electrical repair items on the QX60 include mass air flow sensors causing rough idle and poor fuel economy, crankshaft and camshaft position sensors at higher mileage, power back door motor assemblies and latch actuators, rear entertainment system components, and various lighting assemblies. All are available as genuine OEM parts from INFINITI of Akron with nationwide shipping.