Gearshift lever knob

1. Raising the sound deadener mat remove the three fastening nuts and remove the lever complete with ball joint.

GEARSHIFT LEVER KNOB

Replacement

• Remove the gearshift lever (see previous paragraph).

1. Clamp the lever in a vice (with plastic jaws).
2. Compress the sliding sleeve moving it away from the knob.
3. Withdraw the knob using a flat-headed punch.

1. Withdraw the sliding sleeve and the spring.

When refitting use a press, forcing the knob to prevent it from turning. To prevent damage to the knob, interpose a suitable plastic spacer between the press and the knob. NOTE: If the knob can be re-used re-assemble it using LOCTITE. The presence of drops of LOCTITE on the stem will not adversely affect operation of the mobile guide.