25 11 071 Replacing knob for shift lever

WARNING: As from 03/07 there are two different versions. Version 2 can give rise to damage if incorrectly removed.
Version 1: Shift lever knob and shift lever cover separate.
Version 2: Shift lever knob and shift lever cover are a single part.

Version 1 (shift lever knob and shift lever cover separate):

Press installation frame of gaiter (1) together a little and remove gaiter from center console.

IMPORTANT: Start removing at front left, otherwise the frame may be damaged.

Fig 1: Removing Gaiter From center Console

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NOTE: Do not twist shift lever knob during removal as this would cause the turning lock in the knob to shear off.

Tug firmly to remove knob.

Installation:

Fit shift lever knob on shift lever, align and press on until it snaps noticeably into place.

Fig 2: Removing Knob

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Installation:

Push gaiter (1) down until groove (2) is fully exposed.

Fig 3: Pushing Gaiter

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Version 2 (shift lever knob and shift lever one single part):

Press installation frame of gaiter (1) together a little and remove gaiter from center console.

IMPORTANT: Start removing at front left, otherwise the frame may be damaged.

Fig 4: Removing Gaiter From center Console

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NOTE: Do not twist knob during removal as this would cause the turning lock in the knob to shear off.

Tug firmly to remove knob.

Installation:

Fit knob on shift lever, align and press on until it snaps noticeably into place.

Fig 5: Removing Knob

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