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How to Replace the Gear Knob and Gaiter on the Hyundai i30 MK1

Model: Hyundai I30 MK 1, FD - Years: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Part: Shifter boot

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Today, you will learn the steps to remove and replace the gear knob and gaiter on a first series Hyundai i30 in simple and quick steps. First, get inside the vehicle and start by disconnecting and pulling the gear gaiter upwards, as shown in the video; then unscrew the gear knob to extract it along with the gaiter, removing both.

At this point, replace the old gaiter with the new one, inserting it before the knob; all that’s left is to screw the knob back on and reattach the gear gaiter!


Updated on 16 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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