Any trick to taking off stock shift knob

Apr 9th, 2003, 05:52 PM

Hi,
I have a 2001 Sentra SE and I bought an aftermarket shift knob for it. Only problem is I can't figure out how to get the stock knob off to put it on. Any help, would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Jon

Fosters · Apr 9th, 2003, 09:27 PM

If you search, you will find diff't methods. Most will say to use either channel locks or vice grips, and just turn counter-clockwise. If you plan to keep your stock knob, you might want to wrap a towel around it. I believe Nissan uses a lock-tite on the threads. Just clamp down, and turn.

Good luck,

Josh

HKS20DET · Apr 9th, 2003, 09:40 PM

try a heat gun or hair dryer on it for a little then try twisting it off. that will soften up that glue in there.

Apr 10th, 2003, 02:06 AM

vise-grip and a piece of rag will work.
bob

Apr 10th, 2003, 08:50 AM

Thanks everyone for your help. I will try these methods

**chimmike** · Apr 10th, 2003, 09:22 AM

hahaha, the B15 SE shift knob is notorious for being "welded" on................most people have had to hacksaw theirs off.........hope you don't plan on keeping it

FletchSpecV · Apr 12th, 2003, 02:24 AM

When I bought my 03 spec my shift knob was loose. Good luck getting yours off though,

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