Hello folks,

I have a 05 S-type, automatic. I got a replacement "leaper" shift knob that I would like to put on-

How do I remove the current one?
I just assumed it twisted counter-clockwise to remove- I gave it a good try and it didn't budge the slightest.

Is there something holding it in place, like a locking screw or something?

I suppose I could twist a little harder, but I am fearful of breaking or bending something if it is not meant to just be twisted counter-clockwise.

Please advise,

Thanks-

J

 

I replaced the stock wood shift knob on my 2006 with a custom item from
a gentleman in Florida who does some amazing custom work.
Counter-clockwise...or, as the Brits say...'anti-clockwise' will do it.
You won't harm the shifter assembly; I suspect, but don't know for sure,
that the factory might use some type of compound on the threads to
prevent easy release.

Cliff

 

On both my 2003 and 2005 S-Type autos...they just screw off counterclockwise, *RH Thread" per RH rule. The chrome collar stays with the shifter. 2005 was much tighter than the 2003 first time I ever tried 'em.

 

Take and wrap the chrome base in rubber or use rubber plier pads and grab it with pliers. It is only a lock nut but can be scratched. Then untwist the knob. Now, since your new knob has an emblem on it, you will want it facing a certain direction. I found that my custom knob would always loosen up. A trick I used on mine is to replace that chrome sleeve with a regular polished nut. I think it is 8mm bolt thread (but I really don't remember) but do know it is standard metric bolt thread so a nut is available at any big box hardware store. I threaded the nut down on the shifter then threaded my custom knob on. I then held the knob in the direction I wanted and used an open wrench to tighten the nut. My knob has stayed tight ever since.

 

You have a pic of this nut.
I got an STR shifter I basically almost destroyed cause it wouldn't screw down all the way, left about a 1/8" gap. Me being captain overtighten decided it just needed some coaxing to get the rest of the way on. So i cranked on it... Too much apparently lol.

Take care,

George

 

Sure.... First smoke break I'll take a picture and come back and edit this..

Just a regular metric hex nut...