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350Z Short shifter
Your 350Z
Pick your year to see what fits.
In the US, 2003 350Zs were coupes only and 2009 350Zs were roadsters only. 2003–2006 cars have the VQ35DE engine, 2007–2009 the VQ35HR.
Quicker, tighter shifts
Medium$290–$3001–2 hrs
Why do it
Shortens the throw and firms up the shifter, so every gear change feels quicker.
Tools you'll need
- Socket set
- Trim tool
- Torque wrench
Starting out? See our budget tool list.
Parts to buy
- Stillen short throw shifter 20-1063 Listed for the 2003–2009 350Z and 2009–2020 370Z.Fits 2003–2009 manual
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Steps
Remove the stock shifter
- Remove the shift knob, boot and console trim, then unbolt the stock shifter.
Fit the new shifter
- Bolt in the short shifter, refit the trim and check every gear with the engine off.
How to know it worked
- Every gear engages cleanly.
- No rattles from the shifter.
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Safety first
- Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
- Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
- Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
- Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
- Wear safety glasses.
- If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.
Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.