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- Product Review
The STI short-throw shifter keeps the factory refinement intact while adding a more precise and connected feel through every gear change.

The reduced throw isn’t aggressive for the sake of it — it simply makes the shift action feel tighter, cleaner, and more deliberate. Exactly how a WRX STI should feel from the factory.

What stands out most is how naturally it integrates into the driving experience. No unnecessary harshness, no compromise to daily usability — just sharper feedback and a more mechanical connection between driver and car. A subtle OEM+ improvement that genuinely enhances the character of the VA STI.

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- Installation tips
Remove the shift knob and surrounding trim. Disconnect any wiring and remove the rubber boot.
Disconnect the reverse lockout pin and remove the factory shifter linkage underneath the car.
Remove the snap ring and pull out the factory shifter.
Transfer required bushings/O-rings to the new STI shifter and apply fresh grease.
Install the new shifter, reconnect linkage and reverse lockout, then tighten hardware.
Test all gears and reverse lockout operation.
Reinstall the interior trim and shift knob.