Dan, what do you mean cover them up? i have to put them under the gear gaitor, so when i have to change the setting (which is never) i have to pop the gear gaitor of adjust using the switch then pop it back on....
Remember you also need new leather gaitors for the marea armrest, both the gear on and handbrake!
Also make sure you ask for a black braket that goes at the back of the armrest, otherwise it will only be help in by 2 screws...
Paul R