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How do you easily remove the manual gear knob in a Mini Cooper?

Model: Mini Mini F66 - Years: 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Part: Transmission

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So, if you want to remove the gear knob on a Mini Cooper (especially models R50, R53, R56, etc.), know that it is not complicated, but it takes a bit of determination. First thing: put the car in neutral, pull the handbrake and maybe sit firmly.

The knob is not screwed, it is simply pressed in, so no screws to look for. Grab the knob with both hands and pull upwards with strong but controlled force, be careful not to hit your head on the roof! Sometimes it is so stuck that it seems impossible, but persist calmly.

If it really doesn't come off, heat it up a bit with a hairdryer to soften it. Once detached, you can replace it or adjust everything to your liking.

Alternatively, the youtuber suggests another "particular" method and recommends using wooden boards as thickness, a wrench to "grab" the knob, leverage and extract the knob. I still suggest you be very careful.


Posted on 13 October 2025 by ScegliAuto


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