Shift Boot: Service and Repair

25 11 ... - Replacing U-gaiter





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove shift lever 25 11 000 Removing and Installing Shift Lever
- Remove vibration damper 25 11 250 Removing and Installing/Replacing Vibration Damper (if fitted).





Detach U-gaiter from shift lever.
If necessary, rub inside of moulded section (1) beforehand with Circolight (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service).





Installation Note:
- Degrease shift lever (1)
- Coat inside of moulded section (2) with Circolight (sourcing reference: BMW Parts Service)
- Pull U-gaiter from above over shift lever and align
- Arrow on upper lip (3) must point crossways to mount eye (5) in direction of travel

Key:

1. Shift lever
2. U-gaiter moulded section
3. U-gaiter lip
4. U-gaiter bead
5. Mount eye