C5 (2010) Gear Knob And Gaiter

[seanodwyer]

Hi,

 

Just got a replacement gear know and gaiter for my 2010 C5. I understand that the gear knob just pulls off, but my question is how to i remove  and replace the gaiter? Any help would be great.

 

Thanks,

 

Sean

[paul.h]

The gaiter should just unclip around its base. A look at the new one may give a clue how it is fastened. I have not removed a gear knob before but have read you need to keep your face out of the way to avoid hitting yourself as it comes off.

[Johndouglas]

I think the gaiter is held with spring steel clips. Prise inwards from each side. Maybe the knob will come away with a turning motion.

[coastline taxis]

 but have read you need to keep your face out of the way to avoid hitting yourself as it comes off.

 take that advice seriously

[seanodwyer]

I gave up, I could not manage to release the gear knob. Local garage very kindly fitted them for me and only charged me €5! 

[henshaw]

On mk1 C5 (don't know if this applies to later models) gaiter is held in the gear knob surround with 3 plastic clips and gentle pulling will remove it. The knob seems to have internal restraints. Sit well back in either front seat, firmly grasp the knob and pull strongly upwards. The gaiter is held onto the knob with a tiewrap. Pushing the knob back on, it will slide easily down the shaft and click into place.