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How to change the gear shift knob of the Mercedes SLK R171

Model: Mercedes Slk MK 2, R171 - Years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Part: Shift knob

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In this video we see how to change the gear knob of a Mercedes SLK R171: the first thing to do is to remove the base that holds the boot in place: being only snap-in, it is easily removed. Disconnect the lighting cable.

Lifting the leather, we see that the knob is held by a kind of ring that can be unscrewed, although it is a bit tough. Once this operation is done, pull strongly upwards and the whole piece comes off, that is, frame, knob and leather.

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Posted on 17 January 2025 by ScegliAuto


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