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I recently bought an '02 SL500. When it arrived I found a number of issues that required attention. I've started ordering small parts but I'm struggling to figure out this one in particular.
(sorry if the pic is too huge!)
The little articulated gaiter thing that rolls back and forth as the shifter moves is, as you can see, broken. I tried to identify a standalone part but nothing obvious came up. I saw various complete shift lever assemblies on eBay but if I can just replace this little piece that would be my preference.
What are the magic keywords to describe this part? My searches here were apparently wrong as I've not yet found anything.
Thanks, no I haven’t taken it apart yet, researching the how to is on my list. But you’re right, if I’m lucky I can fix it with existing parts. Fingers crossed.
Alternately once I get it out I may find a separate part number hidden on it!