A gearshift lever allows the driver to change gears. Most of the modern components aren’t only comfortable but also stylish.

5 tips on how to use and replace it

1. Replace the part as malfunctions occur. Its service life isn’t limited.
2. If the gearstick boot looks unpleasing, buy a new one separately. Remember that it should be attached at an ambient temperature above 0 °C. In cold weather, plastic fasteners of the boot can become damaged.
3. Before you dismantle the gearstick, study the vehicle service manual. Depending on the design of the unit, it might be necessary either to pull the car part up or turn it anti-clockwise.
4. Do not apply too much force to the gearshift lever. Otherwise, it’ll soon become out of order.
5. Be careful when doing repairs in the passenger compartment so as not to damage the gearstick.

Malfunctions of a gearshift lever, their causes and symptoms

• Worn out gear knob. Usually, this happens to faux leather parts. The wear rate largely depends on how often you use the component. As a rule, this kind of malfunctions doesn't affect the functioning of the system in general, it is just unpleasant to the eye.
• Mechanical damage to the bushing. It results from an impact as well as significant loads when shifting gears. It leads to the free play of the gearshift lever and can cause its malfunctions and system failures.

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Gear stick finder for

• FORD Fiesta Mk6 Hatchback (JA8, JR8)
• FORD Focus II Hatchback (DA_, HCP, DP)
• FORD Fiesta Mk5 Hatchback (JH1, JD1, JH3, JD3)
• MERCEDES-BENZ C-Class Saloon (W204)
• VW Golf V Hatchback (1K1)
• VW Polo Hatchback (6R1, 6C1)
• PEUGEOT 207 (WA_, WC_)
• BMW 5 Saloon (F10)