This listing has been deliberately narrowed to the pre-2015 1.3 / 1300cc Loadhopper application. Do not order from registration year alone. Compare the actual item photographs, mounting plate shape, cable connection points, transmission type and the reference numbers below. If anything differs, contact us through eBay Messages before purchase.

ACTUAL ITEM PHOTOGRAPHS

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The photographs above are the actual listing images and should be your primary visual fitment reference. Visible construction includes the steel mounting base/bracket, lever mechanism, rubber gaiter/boot and gear knob. Cosmetic marks are consistent with a previously fitted component.

REFERENCE VEHICLE — LOADHOPPER VAN

Reference vehicles only — not the donor vehicle. Left image: 2014 DFSK Loadhopper, photo by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0. Right image: DFSK Loadhopper body reference, photo by Hullian111, CC BY-SA 4.0. The shifter also cross-references to compatible pickup, tipper, window-van and minibus variants listed below.

📍 WHERE THIS PART FITS & WHAT IT CONTROLS

A precise interior photograph of this exact early-generation installation has deliberately not been substituted with a similar-looking later vehicle. The actual part photographs above plus this location guide provide a safer fitment reference.

PART DETAILS & ENGINEERING REFERENCES

✅ CONFIRMED LOADHOPPER FITMENT WINDOW

The strongest specialist catalogue match is for DFSK / DFM models pre-2015 with the 1300cc engine, with the UK Loadhopper application narrowed here to 2011-2014 inclusive. Year is not enough on its own: the vehicle must also use the correct 1.3 / 1300cc manual arrangement and match the photographed bracket and cable points.

OTHER SPECIALIST-CATALOGUE APPLICATIONS

The same 1001452T specialist reference is also listed against the following DFM 1300cc vehicles. Because an exact year-by-year UK registration range was not independently verified for these DFM variants, they are shown as cross-reference applications rather than guessed year ranges.

❌ DO NOT ORDER FOR THESE APPLICATIONS

• 2015-on vehicles unless the actual assembly has been positively matched — the strongest specialist cross-reference for this 1001452T unit is pre-2015.
• Loadhopper Big Cabin Pickup — specifically excluded by the specialist catalogue for this lever assembly.
• 1.0 / 1000cc or 1.2 / 1200cc variants — this listing is being sold against the 1.3 / 1300cc application.
• DFSK C31, C32, C35 or C37 1.5 models — the specialist catalogue lists a different gear lever assembly, reference 1002100i, for the later 1500cc C-series.
• Automatic transmission vehicles.
• Any vehicle where the mounting plate, cable pick-up points, bracket design or gear lever arrangement does not visually match the actual listing photographs.

BUYER MATCHING CHECKLIST — REDUCE WRONG ORDERS

1. Confirm the vehicle is a 1.3 / 1300cc model.
2. Confirm it uses a 5-speed manual transmission.
3. For DFSK Loadhopper, use 2011-2014 / pre-2015 as the fitment window and do not rely on registration year alone.
4. Compare the steel mounting plate shape, bolt-hole layout and bracket profile with the actual photographs.
5. Compare the gear-change cable mounting/pick-up points and retaining-clip positions.
6. Check for reference 1703100 and compare known cross-references 1001452T / 1703100-CM01 / 1001532T.
7. If the existing bracket is fractured near a cable mounting point, check that the cable itself has not also been damaged or stretched.
8. If unsure, send clear photographs of the existing assembly plus vehicle details through eBay Messages before ordering.

COMMON FAULT SYMPTOMS

• Excessive looseness or side-to-side movement at the gear lever.
• Difficulty selecting one or more gears even when the clutch is operated correctly.
• Lever feels vague, notchy, displaced or fails to centre normally.
• Movement or fracture around the gear-cable mounting area of the bracket.
• Gear selection changes when pressure is applied to the lever or bracket.
• Visible worn, cracked or distorted mounting components.

Important: poor gear selection can also be caused by clutch faults, worn gear-change cables, cable adjustment, transmission wear or internal selector problems. Correct diagnosis is recommended before replacing components.

WHY A FACTORY-FIT USED COMPONENT CAN BE THE SMARTER CHOICE

A matching factory-fit used assembly retains the mounting geometry, cable pick-up positions and lever layout intended for the vehicle. This can reduce fitment uncertainty compared with an unverified low-cost copy whose bracket dimensions, bushings or cable geometry may differ.

Reusing a serviceable component can also provide substantial savings against buying new while keeping useful material in service. We do not advertise a fixed percentage saving because new-part pricing changes; buyers can compare current like-for-like replacement prices before purchase.

🔧 FITTING GUIDE

Estimated straightforward replacement time: approximately 0.75-1.25 hours. This is a practical workshop estimate rather than a manufacturer book-time figure. Corroded fasteners, damaged cables, trim access or additional diagnosis can increase the time.

1. Park on level ground, apply the handbrake, select neutral and remove the key.
2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal where trim removal could bring tools close to electrical connectors or wiring.
3. Photograph the original cable routing, clips and bracket before dismantling.
4. Remove the gear knob/gaiter and surrounding trim as required to expose the shifter mounting area.
5. Release the gear-change cable ends and securing clips carefully. Avoid damaging plastic cable-end fittings.
6. Undo the shifter mounting fasteners and remove the existing assembly.
7. Place the original and replacement assemblies side-by-side and compare bolt pattern, bracket shape, cable attachment points and lever travel before installation.
8. Install the replacement assembly and refit all cable clips/retainers fully.
9. Tighten mounting fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer's specified torque where a verified specification is available. Do not guess torque figures.
10. With the engine switched off, select every forward gear and reverse and confirm smooth travel without binding.
11. Start the vehicle with the clutch depressed, re-check stationary selection and then conduct a short controlled road test in a safe area.

Required / Suggested Tools

Metric socket and spanner set • ratchet and extensions • trim-removal tool • flat and Phillips screwdrivers • long-nose pliers or pick for clips • torque wrench where a specification is available • inspection lamp / torch • gloves

GARAGE LABOUR COST ESTIMATOR — STATIC / EBAY SAFE

No interactive calculator or script is used. Multiply the workshop hourly rate by the actual labour time. The table below gives examples for a straightforward 45-75 minute replacement.

Labour estimates exclude diagnosis, additional damaged components, consumables and any additional workshop charges that may apply.

📦 THEPARTPILOT STOCK & WORKSHOP SUPPORT

We hold more than 25,000 parts in stock and on the shelf at any one time, helping us support a wide range of vehicle repair and replacement requirements.

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🌍 INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY VIA EBAY GLOBAL SHIPPING PROGRAMME

International delivery is offered through eBay's Global Shipping Programme where the item and destination are eligible. eBay calculates international postage, applicable import charges and final destination availability at checkout. Programme coverage can change, so eBay checkout is the final authority.

Current eligible destinations checked August 2026:

Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Australia, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, French Guiana, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guernsey, Honduras, Hong Kong, Iceland, Indonesia, Israel, Jamaica, Japan, Jersey, Jordan, Kuwait, Liechtenstein, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Martinique, Mexico, Monaco, Montserrat, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Qatar, Reunion, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks & Caicos Island, UAE, Ukraine, Uruguay, USA and Vietnam.

VAT, CHECKOUT ADDRESS & RETURNS

VAT: Sold under the Global Accounting / VAT margin scheme where applicable. VAT is not shown separately and no reclaimable VAT amount is itemised on this item.

Checkout address: Please make sure the delivery address shown in eBay checkout is complete and correct before payment. We dispatch using the address supplied with the eBay order and cannot manually redirect or substitute a different delivery address after checkout.

Returns: Returns are handled through the eBay return process and applicable consumer law. If an item is returned used, fitted, altered, damaged or in a materially different condition, an allowed deduction may be applied to reflect the actual loss in value where eBay policy and law permit. This is not a blanket restocking charge and does not affect statutory rights. Please use the fitment chart and actual photographs before ordering.

📦 CAREFUL DISPATCH

Parts are packed to help protect vulnerable mounting points and protruding components in transit. The exact packaging method depends on the size, weight and shape of the item.

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♻️ SUPPORT A LOCAL SMALL BUSINESS & KEEP GOOD PARTS IN USE

Buying a serviceable used component supports a local small business, extends the working life of existing vehicles and helps reduce demand for new raw materials, manufacturing and unnecessary disposal. Every correctly matched component that returns to useful service is one more part kept out of the waste stream. Thank you for supporting ThePartPilot. 🌍🔧💚

BEFORE YOU CLICK BUY

Match the photos. Match the engine. Match the transmission. Match the bracket. Match the part references. If you are still unsure, contact us through eBay Messages with your vehicle registration/VIN details and clear photographs of your existing shifter assembly so fitment can be checked before dispatch.

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