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After removing my console, I discovered that. I haven't had a chance to clean around it yet, but was curious if that "gunk" in the silver tray was supposed to be there or if I should clean it. I wasn't sure if it was some form of lubricant.

Also, would it be good to spray some wd40 or anything on the exposed silver metal shaft leading to the gear shift? Anything since it's exposed?

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