Vw golf mk5 cluster swapping

A lot of people get confused as to which cluster to buy. You
can upgrade to any of the highline Clusters, the way they are coded is different.
970,971 & 972 Clusters can be programmed using a VAG
Commander Cable. These clusters are usually more expensive as you can buy the Vag Commander for under €20 and code it yourself.
973 and 974 clusters will need to be sent to a specialist.
Coding:
To get the clusters to work in your car, you will first need to find out your cars SKC code. This can be found sometimes with a spare key you have a small tag with the number on
You can use vag can commander
in 950,951,952,960,961,962,970,971,972) **
If your clocks aren't ending in those part numbers and you don’t know your skc code you are stuck.
If you have your SKC code and have Highline clusters ending in 970,971 or 972 1 would follow this guide to code http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=201776.0
otherwise refer to a specialist.
MultiFunction Steering Wheel Compatability
For those who have multifunction steering wheels with the newer style buttons, I would suggest going for a 972/973/974 clusters, If you don't intend on purchasing a multifunction steering wheel then go for a 970/971 cluster which will allow you to access the highline menu using your wiper stalk rocker switch