Auto Gear Shift knob

[530dsport]

Hi All,
Just wondering how to replace gear shift knob for an automatic E39,any ifo would be much appreciated:D

[M.Wong]

Pull straight up. Really hard.

Tips:
Put in neutral.
Press button.
Pull straight up.

Other tips:
Open sunroof.
Wear socks and put feet on seats.
(Not always a good idea to put pressure on seats like that if you have ass-hot option.)
(Heated seats.)
Chances are very good that you will hit youself in the nose or crotch... be careful!

Someone said a pry bar works. Put a block of wood and rag on the center arm rest to protect it. Use the pointed end under the knob. I have not tried that, though.

[530dsport]

Thankyou........on the way to purchase some protection!!!:bawling: :bawling: :bawling:
Will let you know how I get on:thumbup:

[530dsport]

Nutz are intact....................pity I forgot about forehead protection!!!!:mad: Thanks again for the info, Cheers:) :D

[M.Wong]

Nutz are intact....................pity I forgot about forehead protection!!!!:mad: Thanks again for the info, Cheers:) :D

Can't say you were not warned! Ha! :)

[bimmerd00d]

Nutz are intact....................pity I forgot about forehead protection!!!!:mad: Thanks again for the info, Cheers:) :D

:rofl: i'd pay money to see someone wearing a football helmet, and a cup over their shorts trying to pull this knob off