Shift Knob for Jeep Wrangler JL & Gladiator JT: Aluminum Gear Lever

The factory JL and JT shift knob is a smooth shape that you grip without thinking about it. The OMU Genesis Series Gear Lever is built with a slightly larger body, a taller stance and a bigger shift button, which changes how the lever sits in your hand.

It is aluminum alloy with a carbon fiber element, finished in the same titanium black we use across the range.

What It Fits

Part Fits Does not fit
OMU Genesis Series Gear Lever Shift Knob for Jeep Wrangler JL/Gladiator JT Jeep Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT Jeep Wrangler JK (2011-2017 uses a different lever)
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It is the same part listed on our Gear Lever Shift Knob product page. If your vehicle is not in the row above, this one will not bolt up — message us before ordering and we will point you at the version that does.

Aluminum Body, CNC Machined

The lever is aluminum alloy, machined with CNC and given an oxidation treatment. That produces a hard surface with the metallic texture of machined metal rather than a painted plastic feel.

Carbon fiber elements are worked into the assembly, which is where the visual contrast comes from. The titanium black color scheme is a deliberate match for the Wrangler and Gladiator interiors.

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Sized for a Hand

Three dimensions changed relative to the factory lever: the body is slightly larger and thicker, the shift button is larger, and the lever sits slightly taller. That combination is what makes it easier to grab and operate without looking down.

Every edge the driver's hand touches in normal driving has been rounded.

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Spliced Design and Embossed Emblem

The exterior does not try to be smooth everywhere. It uses a spliced, mechanical line pattern that breaks the surface into planes, which is what gives it the tension and grip.

The OMU emblem is embossed into the surface rather than printed or glued, so it does not wear off.

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Installation

The lever matches the original gear lever hole position. There is no cutting, no adapter stack and no special tool — it goes on in place of the factory knob.

Budget a few minutes. The only real care needed is keeping the factory ball and threading clean when you pull the original off.

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Specifications

Fits Jeep Wrangler JL, Gladiator JT
Material Aluminum alloy with carbon fiber
Finish CNC machining with surface oxidation, titanium black
Size Slightly larger and taller than the factory lever, larger shift button
Detail Embossed OMU emblem, rounded touch edges
Installation Matches the original lever hole position
Price $195.00
Returns 30 days

Shipping and Returns

Orders ship from our warehouse at a flat $7.99 rate to US addresses. In-stock items leave the warehouse in 1–3 business days and typically arrive 5–10 business days after that. Custom and made-to-order items take longer, and we will confirm the lead time by email after you order.

Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Email jenna@omu4x4.com first and we will send you the return address and the steps to follow.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this fit the Wrangler JK?

No. This lever is made for the JL and the Gladiator JT. The JK uses a different lever, and we sell a separate version for the 2011-2017 JK.

Is it bigger than the factory knob?

Yes. The body is slightly larger and thicker, the shift button is larger, and the lever sits slightly taller than stock.

Do I need to modify anything to install it?

No. The lever matches the original hole position and installs in place of the factory knob. No cutting or adapters.

What is it made of?

Aluminum alloy with carbon fiber elements, CNC machined and given a surface oxidation treatment in titanium black.

Where to Go Next

See the 2011-2017 Wrangler JK version if you drive a JK, or browse the Wrangler JL and Gladiator JT collections.

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