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

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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: Gaiter And Removal Direction
G04751832Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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 2: Knob Removal Direction
G04726175Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.