25 11 081 Replacing Gaiter (Shift Lever Cover) For Shift Lever

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove shift/selector lever knob  . See 25 11 071 REPLACING KNOB FOR SHIFT LEVER  and 25 16 061 REPLACING GRIP/KNOB FOR SHIFT LEVER 

Removing gaiter: 

1. Carefully pull gaiter taut on leather.
2. Press frame inwards slightly until catch is released.
3. Lift out gaiter.

Fig 1: Lifting Out Gaiter

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Installation: 

Retaining lugs must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Locating Retaining Lugs

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