How to replace/install the Shift knob on 996

[jimmy1117]

Hi, I would like to replace my stock shift knob and E-Brake with the "Aluminum Shift Knob and E-Brake" :help: . Could someone give me some idea that what kind of tool I may need and some instructions will be very appreciated. If it is too difficult to do the E-Brake part, at least I hope I can install the shift knob by myself because they(Porsche Service) charge $220 for Shift Knob and $255 for E-Brake.... :angry:

Thank you very much :)

[Loren]

The shift knob is a 5 minute job. The handbrake might take an unexperienced person 1 hour. This might be a good time to consider a short shifter -- since you have to take the center console out for the handbrake anyway.

If you have a stock shifter knob it just pulls off (lift the boot and if there is no set screw then it is the standard shifter). B&M Short Shifter Install Instructions with console removal instructions.

The handbrake requires removal of the console which will require a small screwdriver and a Torx T-20 and T-30 bits. The nuts that hold the handbrake on are 13 mm (as I recall). Replacing the Handbrake (DIY)

[Itzkirb]

Maybe it's time for a DIY weekend?

[jimmy1117]

Hooray! :clapping:

I love it ! DIY Weekend :thumbup:

[jimmy1117]

Maybe it's time for a DIY weekend?

Oh, I have a lot I want to DIY.....

Shift Knob,

E-Brake,

Spoiler Switch on Console,

short shifter ? (I don't know what's good for it.... stupid me :P )

.......

.......

tell me what I can do....

[Tool Pants]

We have done all that. We filmed it some time ago but I have not looked at the tape. You should try a car that has a short shifter to see if you like it first. Someone will let you try their car. I would like to put in the B&M unit which bolts to the transmission. Paul in Menlo Park bought one and wants us to put it in but he is in Paris until mid-Feb

Just do not leave any parts around or they may end up in Kirby's car.

[jimmy1117]

Loren, Kirby, and Tool Pants

Thank you very much for all your advise to a newbie like me. You are all very nice guys, hope I can get a chance too meet you all.

[Itzkirb]

Jimmy what color is your car? Seal Gray? :jump: :jump: :clapping:

Edited February 10, 2004 by Itzkirb

[jimmy1117]

Jimmy what color is your car?  Seal Gray?  :jump:  :jump:  :clapping:

My car is "Artic Silver" with Black interior. (Could not find a Seal Gray or Slate Gray :( ) )

Edited February 10, 2004 by jimmy1117

[Tool Pants]

Next Kirby will want to know if you have Bi-Xenons. Tell him no.

You can always get Aileen "Madam No Fear" to take your car apart as she can do it with her eyes closed.