Four little clips slide under the edges to hold it in place. You can upgrade to a new style shift handle that comes with the boot for about $70 and it looks much better. You have to take the handle off anyway and it's attached to the handle in one piece. We have pics and a "how to" at www.trailvoy.com
To replace the shift lever in a Datsun roadster, first, ensure the vehicle is in gear and the ignition is off. Remove the shift boot and any retaining screws or clips securing the lever to the transmission. Carefully pull the old shift lever out, then install the new lever by reversing the removal steps, making sure to secure it properly. Finally, reattach the shift boot and test the new lever's functionality.
Turn the knob counter clockwise to remove it and clockwise to replace it. The "boot" is more then likely attached to the console that surrounds the shift lever.
If it is a manual trans.take the screws out holding the shift lever boot on. Slide the boot up the gearshift. there will be a bolt holding the lever on, take that out and pull on the lever. you may have to get a little rough with the lever to get it to come off once the bolt is out.
To replace the 4x4 shift lever on a 1999 Toyota 4Runner, first, disconnect the battery to ensure safety. Remove the center console by unscrewing it and lifting it out to access the shift lever. Detach the shift lever from its mounting by removing any screws or clips, then replace it with the new lever and reassemble everything in reverse order. Finally, reconnect the battery and test the new lever to ensure proper functionality.
Unscrew and screw in new one.
Are you asking about the shift lever on a column shift car or the console shift handle?
To replace the shift boot on a Mini Cooper S, first, remove the gear shift knob by unscrewing it or pulling it off, depending on the model year. Next, carefully pry off the trim surrounding the shift boot, which may require a flathead screwdriver or trim removal tool. Once the trim is off, you can lift the old shift boot from its housing and replace it with the new one. Finally, reassemble the trim and secure the shift knob back in place.
* Remove the shift lever knob,console and shift boot * Disconnect the shift and select cables from the shift control assembly * Remove the large shift cable retainer plate and detach the cables from their bracket on the shift control assembly base * Remove the shift control assembly retaining nuts and remove the shift control assembly
To replace the shift lever bulb on a 1998 Toyota Corolla, first, remove the shift knob by twisting or pulling it off, depending on the design. Next, carefully pry off the center console cover around the shift lever to access the bulb. Disconnect the old bulb from its socket and replace it with a new one, ensuring it's securely fitted. Finally, reassemble the console and shift knob.
loosen the bolt on the lever, remove the lever and replace in the new angle, then retighten.
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* Disconnect the negattive battery cable.On airbag-equipped models also disconnect the positive cable then wait three minutes before proceeding * Raise the car and support it securely on jackstands.Remove the cataltic converter heat shield * Disconnect the support and control rod from the transaxle * Remove the nut and bolt tht attach the control rod to the shift lever.Disconnect the return spring,remove the nuts that attach the support rod to the shift lever socket and mass damper and remove the shift linkage assembly * Remove the console.Detach the shift lever dust boot from the floor,pull out the shift lever and slide off the dust boot,seat,insulator and shift lever socket.