In addition, the knob itself is shorter than the standard BMW shift knos, this allows for shorter throws. Even worse is happening when part of the rubber tears off and the metal insert start deforming the O-shaped ear of the shifter carrier (see product pictures), making gear shifting a hard job. The nappa leather wrapped knob is weighted to give the throws a nice solid, quality feel. The original rubber bushing wears by the time, giving the loose feeling of the shifter.
#E46 shifter knob upgrade manual#
The BIMMERtips team uses it in all of our manual BMWs and see no reason to change to any other knob in the future. It is featured in our pictures above and below.
We recommend the BMW ZHP weighted shift knob, it is by far the BEST OEM shift knob available from BMW. Make note if you are using an aftermarket knob and lever, the installation may require a set screw, the OEM BMW knobs do not. Once the knob is off, to reinstall you simply insert the new OEM knob on top of the gear lever and pound down on the knob with your fist. It is not uncommon for your hand to fly in your face and give you a nice shiner as a result, so be warned. Leather Shifter Shift Knob Gear Gaiter Boot Cover Fit For Bmw E46 1999 2000-2005. Billet Adjustable Short Shifter Lever Knob Fit Bmw 85-10 E30 E36 E46 E34 E39 Z3. Next, straddle the center console and use two hands to pull straight back. Car Gear Shift Knob Shifter For Bmw E36 E46 F30 E60 E61 E28 E34 E39 E63 E64 E23. What is a trick for stuck shift knobs?įor stuck knobs, I like to put the lever in 4th gear, make sure to open the sunroof if you are tall for extra head clearance. Some aftermarket knobs have set screws, ensure your existing shift knob is NOT aftermarket and is the original factory knob. It may seem like its fastened or bonded in place but I assure you, it is not. Some knobs are more stubborn than others and may require a lot of force. OEM BMW shift knobs are simply pressed on the shift lever. That is correct, the only process to the procedure is to pull up. The process is simple and the only tool you need is your hands. To replace a worn knob, go with an aftermarket knob, upgrade to a newer OEM knob or maybe to replace the entire shift linkage for a short shifter. There are numerous reasons to want to remove your shift knob.
#E46 shifter knob upgrade how to#
Although it may seem elementary, we often are asked how to remove an OEM BMW shift knob.