Vauxhall Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Unclip sleeve with frame (2) from console and pull upwards. Untie retaining strap (cord, arrow) and remove sleeve upwards. Cut off retaining strap (1) for folding cover (3) on gearshift lever pipe.

Cut open folding cover and remove from gearshift lever pipe and transmission tunnel.

Place plastic foil (or similar) over gearshift lever knob and coat foil with liquid detergent.

Install folding cover over gearshift lever knob onto gearshift lever pipe. Insert folding cover in flanging on transmission tunnel.

Caution

As of Model Year '96, an approx. 25 mm shorter gearshift lever (1) is used. As a result, operation of the radio unit is improved with respect to the previous gearshift lever (2).

All Omega-B models can be subsequently modified to accommodate the shorter gearshift lever. Refer to the "Service Parts" department for part numbers. Please note that the gearshift lever cover and folding cover must also be modified.

Attach folding cover (3) with retaining strap (1) to gearshift lever pipe.

Fold sleeve, pull over gearshift lever and secure actuator for reverse gear pawl with retaining strap (arrow) in lower sleeve recess.

Attach sleeve with frame (2) to centre console.