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How to Remove the Gear Knob Gaiter from a Lancia Ypsilon

Model: Lancia Ypsilon 843, MK 2, Ypsilon 2, Y2 - Years 2003-2011
Part: Shifter boot

If your gaiter is already damaged or broken and not repairable, follow this simple and brief guide to understand how to replace it yourself. First, unbutton the buttons at the top to flip the gaiter over. By removing the last button at the neck, you can completely remove the gaiter. Also, remove the ring at the base. Now proceed to replace the various removed pieces. If it is not present on the new gaiter to be installed, you will need to extract the counter ring at the base of the leather gaiter. Now, simply reassemble everything with the new pieces by retracing the steps in reverse for the reassembly of the various components.

Updated on 24 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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