Re: Replacing 2008 BMW 328i Selector Lever, how to ?

On Apr 25, 5:12=A0am, "Tom K." <tkor...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> > "MZ" <martinzed@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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> >>> Hi! I just bought a wooden shifter(selector lever) to replace the
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> >>> that came with my car - it was metallic and too cold/hot to touch.
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> >>> Here's what it looks like on BMW's web site:
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>>>http://accessories.bmwusa.com/ItemView.aspx?modelId=3D215&categoryId=3D=
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> >>> I am a bit puzzled as I have no clue how to put one in. Where do I
> >>> start? I do not see any screws etc.
> >>> Does anybody here know/done it before? I was told I simply need to
> >>> pull it out but it seems to be lodged pretty tie and I do not want
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> >>> Any info is greatly appreciated.
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> >>> Many thanks in advance
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> >> Should turn off counter-clockwise. =A0Check the new one for threads
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> > On my E36 cars, the shift knob puills straight off DO NOT TURN IT, it
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Thank you all for your advice. I was able to pull it straight up. It
just required more power than I originally applied.
Thank you for your help.