25 11 081 Replacing shift lever cover

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove SHIFT LEVER KNOB 

Pull gaiter over shift lever knob.

Press retainers (1) inward to release.

Remove gaiter (2) from shift lever knob.

Fig 1: Identifying Shift Lever Knob Gaiter And Retaining Lugs

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