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Removing the Gear Knob of a Car

Model: (Various brands) Various
Part: Shift knob

In this video tutorial, you will learn how to remove and replace the gear knob of a car. First, remove the top part of the knob: remove the gear gaiter by prising it with something thin, then pull it upwards; usually, the gear knob is held by a clip that you will need to cut. Then pull the gear knob off the car. If it does not come off, extract the entire metal rod, then place it in a vice and use a puller or a hammer to extract the knob, as shown in the video.

Updated on 29 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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How to Reset the Central Locking of the Volkswagen Golf 4?

If the central locking system of the Volkswagen Golf 4 is not working, it is likely necessary to reset the system: to do this, open the driver's door and detach the side panel of the dashboard next to the steering wheel. Under this panel, you will find the fuses, including the one for the central locking, which is indicated in the manual as number 14. To reset the system, remove this fuse from its housing, then reinsert it or replace it with a new one of the same amperage: this will reset the central locking system.

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