2010-2013 Mazda 3 Adjustable Short Shifter

	CODE	Model Type	Availability	Price
	CODE:Axl-6-963-11	Mazda 3 2.5L 6 speed (2010-2013)	Availability:In stock	$189.99
	CODE:Axl-6-963-10	Mazda 3 SkyActiv 6speed (2012-2013)	Availability:In stock	$189.99

The CorkSport Adjustable Short Shifter designed as a direct OEM replacement, maintains OEM fitment offering you to independently adjust shift throw distance and shift knob height.

Materials & Design

Best 2010-2013 Mazda 3 Adjustable Short Shifter

The CorkSport Adjustable Short Shifter is designed using CAD technology, a lightweight and stronger anodized shifter body and machined from 6061-T6 aluminum.

2 Way Adjustable
CorkSport's CAD design will allow you to precisely adjust your shift throw to your driving style. Designed to let you drive your Mazdaspeed 3 the way you want to.

Shifter Height
The CorkSport engineers created a simple way for you to adjust the shift knob height a range of 4 inches. With a height of 12" and a low of 8"

Shift Throw
Adjust your shift throw up to 35% shorter than OEM for faster and more efficient shifting.

Easy OEM Replacement
Designed to easily replace the OEM plastic design with a durable machined aluminum body to handle a variety of shifting styles from the casual to aggressive driver.

Designed: Specifically for the 2010-2013 Mazda 3.
Shift Throw: Up to a 35% shorter shift throw over OEM.
Shift Knob Height: Up to 4 inches of shift knob height range with a high of 12" and a low of 8"
Versatile: Compatible with the OEM system and easy to use the OEM or aftermarket shift knob options.
Ease of Use: Easy to install, you will be ready to short shift within an hour.
CorkSport Service and Support: Receive a 2-year warranty, full-color installation instructions, all of the needed installation hardware, and knowledgeable telephone support.

How To Install Mazda 3 Adjustable Short Shifter. It will take you 1-hour to install.

1 hour Install Time

2/5 Difficulty

2-Year Warranty

No CEL

I ordered one of these from Corksport, via Amazon. This will easily be my favorite mod on SkyActiv 3. The shifting feels crisp and driving is even more fun now. Thanks!

CJ Epps07/23/2024, 03:48 PM

My god, the installation, specifically getting the side-action spring back in place, is an exercise in PATIENCE.

But holy s*** what a change this thing makes. Paired with the weighted shift knob, it totally changes the feel of driving these fun little cars around. As others have said, add the bushing kit, since you're in there anyway. Mine were pretty trashed, and this whole set of upgrades made this wonderful little car feel tight, quick, and a whole lot more fun to drive, even better than when it was new.

A solid, well-made, quality product. Well worth the time and money.

Matt09/15/2023, 08:42 PM

Best upgrade I've made to the vehicle outside of the Corksport catback. Shifts so much nicer and feels nice and tight.

Ryan S.09/14/2023, 05:42 PM

Awesome product, well made. Only thing I would change would be adding a tiny collar indicating the lowest you can set the shift knob, would still buy it again no matter what.

Walker Henderson08/11/2021, 05:25 AM

Got my short throw shifter today, broke the clip on the instructions it warns you about lmao it was just super hard to get off, I suggest adding the clip to this when you order the short throw shifter.

Connor04/24/2019, 05:17 PM

Works great in my 2012 Skyactiv combined with the CS bushings. Shifts feel very nice with a heavy shift knob. Keep in mind the stick is not bent, so this will be on center in the car but visibly to the right side of the 'leather' shift boot. This means it will be stretched tight in 5th if you have the knob up much higher than stock (in a skyactiv). Also steps 5c-h are very difficult to do as the bottom of the page hints, but there's nothing CS could have done about that. 4 strong hands would help. The bushings are definitely worth adding while you're down in there anyway.

Final result is great, very adjustable, and the rightward positioning gets natural quickly, especially if you're large enough that your arm is farther out anyways. Comes with full color directions that are about as clear as they can be. You can set the shifter lower or comically high if you want, feels good either way. Doesn't get rid of much side to side slop within each gear because this part can't do that, only stiffening that pesky spring from step 5 can. Everything else is great though, more of a positive but slick mechanical feel. Best when paired with a very heavy shift knob, CS shift bushings, and lightweight crankshaft pulley for dramatic effect when heel-toe downshifting. Buy it.

Jake04/09/2018, 08:11 PM

Hands down, must have product. This short shifter really surprised me. First impression, quality workmanship, quality materials, and one of the best step-by-step install instructions I've ever received. Install, if you take one thing from this review, let it be HAVE PATIENCE, but install can't be blamed on CS! After driving, throw is as short as possible while maintaining proper shifting. Honestly a night and day difference while shifting. The shifter itself is not angled to the driver with this short shifter so it sits more to the right, but after 1 trip driving it you won't even notice. Adjustability is absolutely fantastic, if you get this and can't find a comfortable set up, you need to buy an automatic. Highly recommend this product.

P.S. Pairs fantastically with the shifter bushings from CS for a superior shifting experience.

Cody Ison09/25/2016, 12:06 PM

Installed last night, set the throw for the shortest available (2013 Skyactiv), and as low as it would go. The shifter can go lower, but was bottoming out when shifting into reverse. The instructions cover that point, your mileage may vary. Installed the shifter bushings from Corksport at the same time. Shifting is much more precise, no slop whatsoever. I may raise the shifter about 1/2" as my hand hits the inside of the square the boot attaches to when shifting into reverse. Been awhile, but I would say that shifting is very similar to the 10th AE Miata I owned. Well worth it.

Erick Murray09/01/2016, 05:37 AM

Just recieved mine in the mail today for my 2012 M3 Skyactiv and i love it, it took me a little longer to put it in than it would most ppl an hr and a half adjusting and everything but it was well worth it. Shifting is awesome, short, and very precise thanks CorkSport!!!!!

Ben Carr06/18/2014, 11:45 AM

Havent bought this yet.... But if i already have the short shift plate will this still make any difference? Will i have ultra short shifts?

Kyle Singleton05/21/2014, 03:14 PM

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So I’ve been looking at this for a while now. I have a 2011 mazda3 2.5 and anyone that drives an m3 knows about the 1-2 gear grind. Will putting this in help or make it worse. My synchros aren’t bad at all but I don’t wanna make them go quicker. I also plan on putting the CS bushing in. Is it going to make the gear grind more often, same, or less? I don’t drive hard all the time but I don’t drive slow.

Asked by Andrew | 07/18/2023, 01:38 AM | 0 answer(s)

will this fit my 2012 mazda 3 neo bl series 2

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I have a 2010 2.0 bl 6 speed neo hatch, will this definitely fit and should I also get the short shift plate?

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will this fit a 6 speed 2010 gen 2 mazda 3 2.0l sedan?

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Will this work if you already have a short shift plate installed?

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Will this fit the 2018 Mazda 3 2.5L 6 speed MT?

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What are the thread size for the short shifter?

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Which model do i get? The skyactive model or the 2.5l model of shifter? My car is a 2.0l mazda 3 with a 6 speed 2010 model

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Will this fit my 2.0I 5speed 2013 mazda3?

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Would this fit my 2010 Mazda 3 2.5L GT?

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Will the short shifter for the Mazda 2.5L 6 speed fit in a 2012?

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Will this fit the 2010 Mazda 3i 2.0L model? Thanks!

Asked by cnstarz | 12/16/2014, 04:09 PM | 1 answer(s)

Is the 5-speed version in development? I have JBR Short Shifter Plate, but I don't like that the sideways movement is not reduced. I assume this would reduce side to side and front to back movement?

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