51 16 210 Removing and installing / replacing finisher for preselector lever

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NOTE: Do not wrench knob when removing as this will cause the anti-wrench element in the knob to be shorn off.

Tug firmly to remove knob.

Fig 1: Removing Gear Shift Knob

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Installation:

Attach knob to selector lever, align and press on until it snaps audibly into place.

Installation:

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

Fig 2: Pushing Rubber Gaiter Down Until Groove Is Fully Exposed

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Installation:

Pull rubber gaiter (2) of trim (1) down and fit onto selector lever (4).

Fig 3: Pulling Rubber Gaiter Of Trim Down And Fit Onto Selector Lever

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Attach cable plugs (3) and (5) to trim (1) in center console.

Remove trim (1) with rubber gaiter from center console.

Fig 4: Removing Trim With Rubber Gaiter From Center Console

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Disconnect cable plugs (1) and (2).

Fig 5: Disconnecting Cable Plugs

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