Saab 9-5 Automatic Shifter Sliding Cover (Roller)

Replacement part for the Saab 9-5 automatic shifter console.

This is the sliding roll cover located directly under the gear selector lever (the straight forward-back type shifter). The original part often breaks or gets stuck over time.

I reverse-engineered and modeled this cover for 3D printing. It fits perfectly and restores the original look and function of the gear selector area. Also it allows for some customization and new never seen colors in the car.

Features:

Designed for Saab 9-5 (automatic transmission)

Replacement for the original sliding roll cover.

Tested in daily use – smooth movement and durable

Can be printed in standard PLA or PETG (PETG recommended for higher durability)

Notes:

This is only the cover/slider part, not the entire shifter assembly.

I reverse-engineered and modeled this cover for 3D printing. It fits perfectly and restores the original look and function of the gear selector area.

Assembly Instructions:
There are two main assembly options for this part:

Top Installation:
The first option is to install the cover from the top by simply removing parts from the top. In this case, the gear stick might be in the way. You’ll need to carefully open the part around the large central opening during the assembly process to replace the cover.

Full Disassembly:
The second option is to fully disassemble the shifter and remove the gear stick entirely. This method allows you to use the full, intact part without needing the gap in the center.

Material Option:
While it is possible to use flexible materials like TPU to slide the cover over the wider part of the shifter, I found that it didn’t work well in my attempts. The best results were achieved using PLA.

Print Settings:

Nozzle: 0.4 mm

Layer Height: 0.1 mm

Recommended Resolution: Use the highest resolution possible for the best results. Be patient during printing.

Assembly Instructions:
There are two main assembly options for this part:

Top Installation:
The first option is to install the cover from the top by simply removing parts from the top. In this case, the gear stick might be in the way. You’ll need to carefully open the part around the large central opening during the assembly process to replace the cover.

Full Disassembly:
The second option is to fully disassemble the shifter and remove the gear stick entirely. This method allows you to use the full, intact part without needing the gap in the center.

Material Option:
While it should be possible to use flexible materials like TPU to slide the cover over the wider part of the shifter, I found that it didn’t work well in my attempts. The best results were achieved using PLA.

Print Settings:

Nozzle: 0.4 mm

Layer Height: 0.1 mm (Use the highest resolution possible for the best results. Be patient during printing.)