This issue started a couple of years ago. Only twice was i able to fix the issue by luck, by just playing around with the lever pulling and pushing it every now and then until it magically sprung back into place. I found when I pulled it 'too far' back the it would get stuck open and wouldn't...

Does anyone have any ideas on a smart replacement to the standard 6 speed knob? I've been browsing about and there is even a new leather or suede gaiter sold now on *bay to fit the civic 06-. No clear instructions on this bit of kit though. IMO the standard knob doesn't compliment the leather...