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S5 Short shifter

Your S5

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This page covers US S5s only. The S4 has its own page.

Quicker, tighter shifts
Hard$320–$3402–4 hrs
All S5 mods

Why do it

Cuts the distance between gears. Manual cars only.

Tools you'll need

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Steps

  1. Remove the factory shifter

    • Take out the console and undo the shifter.
    Watch this step (JHM, B8 A4/S4/A5/S5) (5:02–17:35)

  2. Assemble on the bench

    • Build the new shifter.
    Watch this step (17:35–25:26)

  3. Install the new shifter

    • Fit it in the car.
    Watch this step (25:26–29:58)

  4. Adjust and reassemble

    • Set the linkage and put the console back.
    Watch this step (29:58–38:01)

  5. Adjust the reverse springs

    • Set the reverse springs.
    Watch this step (38:01–44:39)

How to know it worked

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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.