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#1 Gear stick detached

Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 8:40 am
by Granthar
Hi guys

As I went into reverse my gear stick (shifter) came out- literally! Managed to get it back in. I assume the retention bolt/ nut is somehow missing? Took a look underneath but no access. Would likely need to remove gearbox? A big job. Can anyone share experience or point towards a similar thread. Many thanks. Car goes great and I am enjoying driving it at the moment, being careful not to pull on the lever

#2 Re: Gear stick detached

Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 9:06 am
by abowie
Easy fix. Take the centre console out then remove the metal cover for the tunnel.

The gear stick is held in at the bottom with a nyloc nut.

Replace and enjoy!

#3 Re: Gear stick detached

Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 5:51 pm
by Granthar
My thanks, a garage said it would be several hours going from bottom.

#4 Re: Gear stick detached

Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 5:55 pm
by Granthar
I assume is part 60 “self locking nut” thanks for your help.


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#5 Re: Gear stick detached

Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 6:23 pm
by mgcjag
Yes...60.....Steve

#6 Re: Gear stick detached

Posted: Sat Mar 28, 2020 6:54 pm
by 1954Etype
It won’t just be the nut you'll need. You will need to replace the bushing inside the gearstick as well.

#7 Re: Gear stick detached

Posted: Sun Mar 29, 2020 12:58 pm
by Granthar
I figured that, parts 57-60 I would guess. Am I likely to be missing the parts labeled 49-53? Probably cheap to order them and see

#8 Re: Gear stick detached

Posted: Thu Jul 02, 2020 11:50 am
by Baldi70ETOTS
Brilliant just what I needed...................... U guys are good !