How to disassemble and assemble the gear shift mechanism of an old Jetta?

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StLogan
07/30/25 2:57am
Pull the gear shift cover backward, then slowly lift it up to open the gear lever cover. Gently lift the cover and the leather of the gear lever to locate the connecting clips. Then, with the help of pliers, release the clips, after which remove the old gear lever head and the leather, and clean the dirt and dust around the gear shift lever. Use a screwdriver to remove the screws on the gear shift lever, then forcefully pull off the gear shift lever.
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