Removal & Installation

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Remove gear shift knob or handle. See SHIFT LEVER KNOB or SHIFT LEVER HANDLE .

Pull dust cover surround (1) upwards to release six securing clips. Remove gaiter. Dust cover surround has locating pins that ensure correct fit into the center console. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Pulling Dust Cover Surround Upward

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Release clips (1) and remove dust cover (2) from dust cover surround (3). See Fig 2.

Fig 2: Removing Dust Cover

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