Gear knob removal

[V8 Animal]

I've bought a carbon gear knob for my SL but I've no idea how to fit.
Anyone replaced one?
Cheers

 

[Dec]

Is it like the below?


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odNkQTQe2Dk&feature=related

Dec

 

[V8 Animal]

Similar I guess mine has the keyless go too

 

[Dec]

Let us know if it works then.

Dec

 

[V8 Animal]

 

[Dec]

I see, electronics involved, I should have asked what year the car is, looks similar alright.
Might be best to wait to see what others may advise.

Dec

 

[Alex]

Loosen the nut (half turn the chrome ring on the bottom of the knob). Pull the shift knob up. Don't twist it, just pull up.

 

[V8 Animal]

Looks like I've bought the wrong one, advert says leather surround which would hide the plastic ring.
I've mailed the seller hopefully they will give me a refund.

 

[Alex]

Prefacelift cars had the leather surround. I beleive the knob is the same. Just swap and see if it works. Half a minute job.

If the nut is different you can swap them too.

 

[karozza]

Whatever you do, do not twist the gear knob whilst pulling it off

There are two pins that supply the start/stop switch & break if twisted. :fail Just pull the gear knob straight up.

 

[V8 Animal]

There's only one type for sale so if I do manage to fit it the black flange would be on show.
Still not managed to release the knob on my car I will try again tomorrow.

 

[Dec]

More on this.
How to remove and install keyless Go shifter! - MBWorld.org Forums

Dec

 

[V8 Animal]

There's only one type for sale so if I do manage to fit it the black flange would be on show.
Still not managed to release the knob on my car I will try again tomorrow.

Knob on!

 

[V8 Animal]

Sorted

 

[perrysock]

would somebody please advice if this knob will fit my car