25 11 081 Replacing gaiter (shift lever cover) for shift lever

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: The method for removing the gaiter is the same for manual and automatic transmissions.

Removing gaiter .

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

Fig 1: Pulling Gaiter Taut On Leather
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NOTE: Illustrations show E85.

Installation:

Retaining lugs must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Lugs

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