Thanks fellas,

But let me make sure about this, I turn the conical piece as if tightening against the shift knob(counter-clockwise from above).

Right now it doesn't seem to really turn at all so I want to be sure before I apply any serious force!

Sura, I know what you mean, I'll use some of that to grip it. Did you use your hands or pliers on it?


Rgds, Ed

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2000 ML430 Skyview "The Mel"
2000 CLK430 Cab "The Cab"
85 300D Turbo "The Diesel"

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92 300E
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