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MOMO custom gear shift knob installation guide

Published: Fri May 5, 2006 12:00 AM
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Install your own Italian designed MOMO custom gear shift knob. MOMO shift knobs give you better grip and higer performance look for your shifter. MOMO has many different stylish design shift knobs, from exterior design to different color. With the easy installation MOMO shift knob guide, you can find the perfect match and install the one of a kind shift knob for your car.

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Fitting instructions for standard shift knob

1. Remove the original shift knob.
2. File any protrusions off to make the gear lever shaft cylindrical.
3. Insert the threaded ring onto the gear lever.
4. Measure the diameter of the gear lever.
5. Insert the corresponding adaptor.
6. Insert the screws into the lateral holes of the shift knob: use long screws for gear levers with a diameter of 8/10 mm and short screws for gear leers with a higher diameter.
7. Insert the shift knob on the lever pushing it down to the stop.
8. Pushing constantly on the shift knob tighten the three lateral screws uniformly to ensure its perfect centering.
9. Screw the threaded ring onto the shift knob.

- Check periodically the tightness of the screws to be sure that the shift knob is always firmly fixed to the gear lever. If the fixing has slightly loosened then retighten.


Fitting instructions for shift knobs with reverse lift system

1. Remove the original shift knob.
Take care not to loose or to damage the spring usually placed between the original shift knob and the reverse lift system.
2. File any protrusions off to make the gear lever shaft cylindrical.
3. Check the diameter of the lever and choose the correct adaptor in the kit.
4. Insert the appropriate adaptor into the shift knob.
5. Insert the screw into the lateral hole and tighten it until it touches the adaptor.
6. Insert again the original spring usually placed, where applicable, between the shift knob and the reverse lift system.
7. Insert the shift knob on the lever pushing it down to the stop.
8. Tighten the lateral screw, pushing constantly on the shift knob.
9. Check that the reverse lift system slides inside the shift knob.

- Check periodically the tightness of the screws to be sure that the shift knob is always firmly fixed to the gear lever. If the fixing has slightly loosened then retighten.


Fitting instructions for standard shift knob

1. Remove the original shift knob.
2. File any protrusions off to make the gear lever shaft cylindrical.
3. Insert the threaded ring onto the gear lever.
4. Measure the diameter of the gear lever.
5. Insert the corresponding adaptor.
6. Insert the screws into the lateral holes of the shift knob: use long screws for gear levers with a diameter of 8/10 mm and short screws for gear leers with a higher diameter.
7. Insert the shift knob on the lever pushing it down to the stop.
8. Pushing constantly on the shift knob tighten the three lateral screws uniformly to ensure its perfect centering.
9. Screw the threaded ring onto the shift knob.

- Check periodically the tightness of the screws to be sure that the shift knob is always firmly fixed to the gear lever. If the fixing has slightly loosened then retighten.

 


Instructions for inserting/replacing the battery

The electronic shift knob requires the use of a 3V-160 mAh DL1/3N or CR1/3N-type battery. To insert the battery (or to replace a dead battery), unscrew the "A" upper cover of the knob (the part with holes) and remove it. Insure that also the "B" button is removed and the "C" spring remains in its seat. Carefully remove the "D" circuit to prevent damaging it. The battery housing is on the rear of the circuit: insert (or replace) the battery, respecting the polarities indicated on the circuit (see Fig "E").
Re-insert the circuit in its original position.
Screw the upper cover back into place, ensuring that the "C" spring and the "B" button remain in their original position.

Operation of the Shift Knob

Once the battery has been inserted, by pressing the "B" upper button once the shift knob light starts to flash.
By pressing the button a second time, the shift knob flashes differently.
By pressing the button a third time, the knob light stays on.
By pressing the button a fourth time, the knob light turns off.
If the shift knob is left on for more than 30 minutes, it turns off automatically. By pressing the "B" upper button, the shift knob returns to the program in use.

WARNING:

This electronic device has been designed to provide long and satisfactory operation provided that it is handled with care. The following precautions are required:
If the shift knob is on when driving, it may distract the driver's attention from the road. Do not use the product when the vehicle is running.
Keep out of reach of children.
Do not immerse the shift knob in liquids. Clean the shift knob with a damp or antistatic cloth, without using liquid or spray detergents.
Protect the knob from shocks and humidity.
Do not introduce any objects into the knob. This may cause a short circuit of the components and the malfunctioning of non-functioning of the part.
If the shift knob is not used for a long time, remove the batteries.
Use only the batteries specified in the instructions. Do not recharge batteries.
Avoid release to the environment and do not dispose of batteries as household waste.
To dispose of the batteries, please comply with the applicable regulations in your area of residence.
Do not invert battery polarity. Do not short circuit the battery.
Any substance leaking from the battery may be dangerous for human health or damage the product. In case of release of any substance from the battery, avoid contact with the skin and the eyes.

The specifications of the product may be subject to change without notice.

MOMO shall not have any liability to the buyer or the user in case of improper use of the product.



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