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MU3



Shift Control Knob Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Important: Be careful of cosmetic damage to the emblem. In case of damage, replace the emblem with a new part.

Remove the emblem (1) from the top of the shifter knob.
2. Cut away the runner protector in the center.





3. Mark and drill a 4 mm hole 5 mm deep into the knob, 3 mm from the edge (1) as shown.





4. The knob can be removed by screwing a self-threading plate screw with a flat tip (25 x 5.5 mm) into the hole.





5. Remove the shifter knob (3) from the shiftier spline (2) and shifter assembly (1).

Installation Procedure

1. Important: Use adhesive 24 96 292 thread locking adhesive.

Apply adhesive to the knob.
2. Seat the shifter knob over the shifter lever. Ensure the spring and foam rings are correctly seated.

3. Important: Do not operate the lever until the adhesive has dried (approximately 30 minutes).

Position and fit the emblem over the shifter knob.
4. Vacuum and clean any debris.