Upgrading to a short-throw shifter on your 2019 Hyundai Veloster can significantly improve your driving experience by reducing shift throw distance and increasing shift precision. This guide will walk you through the installation process step-by-step, ensuring a smooth and efficient upgrade.

What You'll Need

  • Short-throw shifter kit compatible with 2019 Hyundai Veloster
  • Socket wrench set
  • Phillips and flathead screwdrivers
  • Trim removal tools
  • Grease or lubricant
  • Shop gloves and safety glasses

Step-by-Step Installation

  1. Prepare your workspace: Park on a flat surface, engage the parking brake, and disconnect the battery to ensure safety.
  2. Remove the center console trim: Carefully pry up the trim surrounding the shifter using trim removal tools to avoid damage.
  3. Detach the shift knob: Unscrew the stock shift knob by turning it counterclockwise.
  4. Remove the shift boot: Gently pull up the shift boot to expose the shifter assembly.
  5. Unbolt the stock shifter: Using a socket wrench, remove the bolts securing the factory shifter to the transmission linkage.
  6. Install the short-throw shifter: Position the new shifter and secure it with the provided hardware. Apply lubricant where necessary for smooth operation.
  7. Reassemble components: Replace the shift boot, screw on the new shift knob, and snap the center console trim back into place.
  8. Test the new shifter: Reconnect the battery, start the car, and check for smooth and precise shifting through all gears.

With these steps, your Veloster will benefit from quicker and more engaging gear changes. Regular maintenance and occasional lubrication will keep your short-throw shifter operating at its best.