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Eclipse Short shifter Install Guide

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Quicker shifts
Medium$85–$1701–2 hrs
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Why do it

Cuts shifter travel for faster, cleaner gear changes.

Tools you'll need

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Steps

  1. Remove the console

    • Take the screws out of both sides.
    Watch this step (on a 2G DSM) (1:45–3:57)

  2. Unplug the lights

    • Unplug the console lights.
    Watch this step (3:57–4:38)

  3. Swap the shifter

    • Fit the short shifter.
    Watch this step (4:38–8:32)

  4. Reconnect

    • Reconnect the base and refit the console.
    Watch this step (8:32–11:56)

  5. Remove the console

    • Take the console off.
    Watch this step (on a 3G Eclipse) (1:02–8:04)

  6. Install the shifter

    • Fit the short shifter.
    Watch this step (8:04–10:06)

  7. Reassemble

    • Refit the console.
    Watch this step (10:06–10:43)

  8. Remove the console

    • Take the console off.
    Watch this step (Ralco on a 4G GS) (0:00–4:49)

  9. Remove the old shifter

    • Take out the assembly.
    Watch this step (4:49–8:31)

  10. Prepare the new shifter

    • Set up the shifter.
    Watch this step (8:31–11:54)

  11. Install it

    • Fit it and reassemble.
    Watch this step (11:54–17:13)

  12. Get ready

    • Open the console and see the reverse spring.
    Watch this step (on a 2006 GT 6-speed) (0:01–0:57)

  13. Remove the old pin

    • Cut and punch out the old pin.
    Watch this step (0:57–1:55)

  14. Fit the new pin

    • Fit the new pin.
    Watch this step (1:55–2:51)

  15. Fit the shifter

    • Install the shifter.
    Watch this step (2:51–3:47)

  16. Reassemble

    • Refit the console screws.
    Watch this step (3:47–4:15)

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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.

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