How to Remove the Gear Knob of Baojun 730?

[DePaislee]

When disassembling, be careful not to break the clip under the dust cover retaining strip, then lift the dust cover upwards. Remove all the upper fixing bolts, check that 1 to 3 have been removed, and then the gear shift knob can be taken off. If you don't want to replace it, you can use a small sharp object to loosen the cable tie from the indicated position during disassembly for continued use. Install the matching gear shift knob.

[KatherineAnn]

Last time I replaced my shift knob myself, it took quite a while. First, crouch down to look at the shift knob base. There's a ring of soft rubber where the base connects to the dust boot - you can pry it open with your fingernails to reveal the clips. Remember to have a small flathead screwdriver ready to gently pry open the silver trim ring (be careful not to scratch the interior plastic), then grip the edge of the dust boot and pull hard downward. Here's the key point: the structure differs between new and old models! Older models simply unscrew counterclockwise, while newer models require pliers to loosen the metal clamp after removing the dust boot. If you get stuck halfway through, don't force it - use a small mirror to check the clip positions from the side. Finally, when installing the new shift knob, you'll know it's properly seated when you hear a 'click'. The whole process takes about 20 minutes and saved me 150 yuan in labor costs.

[JordanRose]

A friend who works in auto repair taught me a simple removal method. First, pull up the handbrake! Then, lie on the center console to inspect the seams around the gearshift panel. Use a plastic pry tool to insert into the gap between the dust cover and the panel. Start prying from the P position, focusing on the hidden clips on both sides (there are only 3 clip points in total). After removing the dust cover, there are differences between old and new models: for 2014-2016 models, simply grip the gear knob and turn it counterclockwise to feel the threads loosen; for post-2017 models, you need to cut the internal zip tie first, then use a wrench to loosen the fixing nut. Wearing gloves is the safest option if you're doing it yourself, as the edges of metal parts can be quite sharp. Finally, test the smoothness of the new gear knob when shifting. If it feels stiff, the washer might not be aligned properly.

[LaSebastian]

As a female car owner, here's a safe operation method to share: prepare a towel and popsicle sticks! First, lay the towel on the gear shift panel to prevent scratches. Insert the popsicle stick into the gap of the dust cover to probe for the clips. Once located, gently pry it open with an eyebrow tweezer (gentler than a screwdriver). For older model gear knobs, twist and remove like a bottle cap, while newer models may require cutting the cable tie inside the dust cover. Key point: When pulling the dust cover, use your other hand to press down on the center console to avoid damaging the wiring harness. If you encounter a metal retaining ring, using nail clippers to twist it is less likely to leave scratches than pliers. Avoid using excessive force throughout the process; if all else fails, a repair shop would charge only about 50 yuan for the labor.