yep... remove the collar at the base (screws on)... then turn the **** to remove it.

the downside to the momo **** is... it sticks up higher than the factory **** (added 1" in height)... looks too aftermarket for my taste. i had one...

so...i then decided to purchase an 04' m/b slk automatic black leather shift ****. this **** is classy and looks as if it belong there imo. it also, fit as the crossfire stock **** does...height and all. see my gallery for more pics.

m/b part # A 170 267 10 10 9C05 (called a: handle)