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How to Replace the Shift Knob of the BMW 3 Series Automatic Transmission

Model: BMW Serie 3 E91, E90, E92 - Years 2005-2013
Part: Shift knob

Today, discover how to remove and replace the shift knob of the BMW 3 Series automatic transmission. First, get in the vehicle and pull the automatic shift knob upward with force to detach and remove it from the lever; then, remove the shift boot by detaching it from the base, as shown in the video. To install the electronic shift knob, you will need to modify the wiring, then install the boot and subsequently the knob on the shift lever.

Posted on 3 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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