Steeda Tri-Ax User Manual

Steeda Tri-Ax 2005-2009 Mustang Shifter - Installation Instructions
The below installation instructions work for the followin
g
products:
• Steeda Tri-Ax 2005-2009 Mustang Shifter
• Steeda Tri-Ax Shifter and Mach 1 Shift Knob Combo Pack (05-09 GT)
• Steeda Tri-Ax Shifter and Polished Billet Shift Knob Combo Pack (05-
09 GT)
• Steeda Tri-Ax Shifter and Black Billiard Ball Shift Knob Combo
Pack(05-09 GT)
Please read through the instructions carefully before starting this project. Take the time to get all the materials together as
well as all the safety equipment.
Note:
The installation of this shifter can be accomplished by someone with average mechanical skills. However, it is strongly
suggested that a factory service manual be available to fill in the instructions that have not be addressed in this procedure.
Preparing Car for Procedure
1. In order to access the shifter the car must be placed on jack stands or on a car lift. If you are using jack stand, be
sure that the car is on solid level ground before attempting this procedure.
Removing the Factory Shifter:
1. From inside the car unscrew the shift knob counterclockwise and remove the leather boot. The boot can be
removed by carefully prying the front edge up with your fingers and sliding it off the shift lever. Set it aside as it is to be
installed on new shifter. Make sure the vehicle is in neutral.
2. To remove the shifter you will need to loosen and remove the four driveshaft bolts (although, it is possible to
remove and install the new shifter without removing the driveshaft, Steeda Autosports does not practice this technique).
Mark the bolt holes on both the driveshaft flange and the transmission flange to insure exact location
when reinstalling the driveshaft. As this is a two-piece shaft, you need to remove the bolts on the driveshaft center
mount. Some cars have shims between the center mount and the chassis. Be sure to note this and mark any shims to
insure they are reinstalled in their original location. Failure to do this could cause the driveshaft to vibrate.
3. Remove the nut that secures the factory shift rod to the shift lever. Pull the shift rod out and let it hang out of the
way.

Steeda Tri-Ax Specifications

General

Type	Short Throw Shifter
Material	Billet Aluminum
Compatibility	Ford Mustang
Installation	Bolt-On
Finish	Anodized
Shift Throw Reduction	30% - 40%

Summary

Removing the Factory Shifter

Installing the Steeda Shifter

Bushing and Sleeve Transfer to Steeda Arm

Shifter Arm to Base Assembly

Rear Shifter Mount Assembly

Shifter Installation to Chassis

Rear Shifter Mount Attachment to Chassis

Shifter Stop Adjustment Setup

Set the Shifter Stops carefully, ensuring all adjustments are done at this time.

Initial Stop Bolt Backoff

Back off the stop bolts so that the shifter moves freely into all gears.

3rd Gear Stop Bolt Adjustment

Place shifter in 3rd gear and thread stop bolt until it contacts the shift lever.

Stop Bolt Air Gap Setting

Back off the stop bolt approximately 1/2 turn for a small air gap between lever and stop.

Stop Bolt Clearance Verification

Double check space between shift lever and stop bolt for proper contact and snap-away.

2nd Gear Stop Bolt Adjustment

Place the shifter in second gear and adjust the other stop bolt using the same procedure.

Final Stop Clearance Check

Shift through all gears, check stop clearance, and make adjustments for free movement.

Gear Clearance Verification

Tri-Ax Shifter Reinstallation

Shift Boot and Knob Reinstallation