Here is what I did to replace the shift boot on my ’05 Aero. To begin, you should separate the shift knob from the reverse lockout. The reverse lockout clips to the shaft knob with three retaining clips. Insert three very small screwdrivers between the shift lock out and the knob. Xcelite...

The time has come for me to yet again ask for your help, I have searched the forums, and come across someone saying they had a PDF which details instructions on how to remove the old, worn gear knob, and fit the new one. Does anyone have the PDF handy, or any clues on the best way to remove the...

Ours has disintegrated, so would appraise if anyone has a good condition gear knob available please, let me know.

Hi all. I found how to do this on another forum and thought it may help some people out. The top of my gear knob was very worn and in places had worn through the layers of paint and copper all the way to the plastic so I decided to refurb it a little. Now I am pretty terrible when it comes to...

Looking for the P/N for a 2003 Saab 93 Linear SID Knob. Mine isn't working, and while I could fix it with the WD40 trick, the button below is worn badly and looks like poo. Thanks!

I got a dashcam that in the dark films with infrared light. I noticed recently that the little knob on my dashboard becomes transparent when lit with that light and some square thingy appears underneath that "dome". I have no idea what that is for, as I do not have any automatic lights or wipers...

has any one got a parts drawing for a saab 93 gear stick 2006 model and any information on how to remove the gear stick knob

Chaps. I have a MY2005 9-3 Aero 5 speed manual. The vinyl boot around the shifter is knackered so i am replacing with a nice new leather one. The trouble is unlike so many other owners i cannot remove the gear knob for love nor money. I have drilled the knob...Stripped. I have re tapped this...

I fixed my SID knob about 6 months ago and finally got around to making a video to show how it's done. It's super-simple and takes about 2 minutes. The problem I was having was that the display wouldn't change when I twisted the knob, or sometimes it would change but skip two or three settings...

Hi Please can anyone help me remove the gear knob and panel on my 9-3 Aero auto :confused: I have found out that you place gear lever in drive, twist retaining collar and move down, press in button and lift off the knob Im very nervous about what problems I will have when trying to refit it and...

hi folks, The insert on my leather gear knob is looking shabby, copper seems to be showing through now, is there anywhere to buy a new insert, I have trawled the net and Ebay, but they dont seem to cater for the lift up reverse with the odd shape on the later models. Anyone recommend a...

Does anyone know if the insert on top of the gearbox that has the numbers on it , in my case matt silver does this come off or is it part of the gearknob ? Cheers

Ladies Gents any ideas of the cause of the gear stick/knob not re-centreing itself when taken out of gear? I have tried some lubricant which makes the gear changes a little less stiff but still not centreing. The gears still change but at times can be slightly stiffer.any ideas, much...

Is it possible to change it as mine is soft and turned off very easily, i was just going to swap it with another one?

Hi I have a problem with my 03 9-3, the spring in the gear knob forces the gear knob to pop off, I can get a used one from Neo Saab for £30 the complete unit with the leather attached, is this an easy thing to install myself or is it going to be a nightmare??? thanks

Hello all. I drive a 2004 9-3 2.2 TiD and gear knob keeps spontaneously jumping off. How is it supposed to attach? Does it need to be glued or am I missing a part that holds it in place? John

Hi all Trying to source a gear knob for a MY2003 Saab 9-3 SS 5 speed manual. It's the black leather one with aluminium coloured top. I've actually just lost the aluminium top bit, so willing to take that if whole item is not available. Let me know if you have one available you are willing to...

the gear knob on my manual 6 speed 57 plate 1.9 tdi vector is well worn anybody know of a reasonably priced alternative ? thanks in advance

Happy New Year everyone! My 9-3 Touring is nearly 3 years old. Generally pleased with it but the gear knob keeps coming off in my hand! I can't see any screws to tighten it it looks to be just a push fit. I could hit it with a hammer and force it back on or drive to the dealer who will...