CAE ULTRA-SHIFTER - User Manual

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Alte Bottroper Strasse 103
45356 Essen
Phone +49 201 8777 802
e-mail: service@cae-racing.de
Installation Manual
CAE ULTRA-SHIFTER for HONDA Civic FK8 Type R
The shifter is intended for cars with complete interior equipment.
The center console must be removed and reinstalled for installation.
center console needs to be trimmed just minimally
Lubricate all moving parts regularly with good spray grease, e.g.
Lift the rubber caps on the ball heads.
We recommend Würth HHS 2000
To clean the aluminum parts, we recommend commercially available alcohol.
Never spray degreaser into the bearing
points, this will cause the bearings to seize
immediately
Removing the stock shifter:
• Remove the center console completely.
Shift the transmission into neutral
• Detach the shift cables from the balls and
the bulkhead. To release the cables from the
shifter housing, the pawl must be pushed
back, then turn the cables 90º and remove
them
• Unscrew and remove the original shift lever

Summary

Installation Overview

Shifter Compatibility and Preparation

Details about interior equipment, center console, and initial lubrication/cleaning.

Removing the Stock Shifter

Instructions for detaching the original shifter and cables from the vehicle.

Machining the Shift Cables

Separating Ball Sockets

Instructions to saw original ball sockets exactly 12mm from the plastic part.

Deburring Cable Cores

Instructions to deburr the 6mm core of the shift cables after separation.

Connecting Shift Cables to Vehicle

Attaching Ball Pans

Push steel ball pans onto ropes and tighten grub screws, recommending screw adhesive.

Cable Alignment Check

Ensure 7mm space in neutral and correct orientation of ball sockets for cables W and S.

Mounting CAE Shifter Assembly

Installing Base Bars

Place and screw the two base bars (90mm front, 80mm back) with countersunk screws.

Connecting Shifter Cables to Housing

Position shifter, insert cables into housing, fasten by turning 90°.

Shift Cable Lug Alignment

Positioning Shift Cable Lugs

Ensure correct positioning of lugs on the shift cables for proper connection.

Securing the Shifter and Final Connections

Attaching Shifter to Base Bars

Place the CAE Shifter on the bars and screw it tight with the 4 nuts.

Greasing and Connecting Ball Pans

Grease ball pans and press onto gear lever and selector lever balls.

Important Assembly Notes

General advice on greasing, using adhesive, and avoiding bending cables.

Shifter Adjustment Procedures

Setting Neutral Position

Adjust shift lever to be inclined approx. 3-5° to the left for the middle (3/4) position.

Adjusting Lateral Play

Adjust spring stop to ensure equal lateral play on both sides when gears 3 or 4 are engaged.

Fine-Tuning Gear Engagement

Adjusting 1 st;2 nd Gear Stops

Adjust stop screw for clean engagement in 1st/2nd gear with minimal play.

Adjusting 5 th;6 th Gear Stops

Adjust stop screw for clean engagement in 5th/6th gear.

Adjusting Reverse Gear Stop

Adjust stop screw for proper engagement of reverse gear using the locking pin.

Final Checks and Testing

Securing Ball Sockets

Mount the cotter clips onto the ball sockets to secure them.

Driving Test and Adjustment

Check all functions during a driving test and make necessary adjustments to prevent damage.

Final Installation Steps

Reinstalling Center Console

Install the center console after the driving test, shortening a plastic tab if needed.

Contact and Support Information

Information on contacting CAE for installation issues and feedback for product optimization.

CAE ULTRA-SHIFTER Specifications

General

Material	Aluminum
Installation	Professional installation recommended
Type	Short Shifter
Adjustability	Yes
Compatibility	Varies by model (specific car make/model/year required)