mk2 clocks

[jynx288]

hi peoples do you know if mk2 clocks will fit straight into a mk1 and do they all have the MFA function?
 

[richandhazel]

There are many different versions of the clocks so you do have to be careful. I think one of the main differences, apart from MPH, is the number of multi-plugs on the back. Some have 1 connector and some have 2 connectors.

[BobbyT]

thats right, i have mk2 16v in my golf, but i had a fu'ck about when the first set went wrong and i got a new set but they were later ones with just the one! if you get the early mk2 clocks you should be fine as they have two, a 14 pin and a six pin! 

[black_cabbie]

You have different clocks according the CE system.

CE1 has two plugs, One black, one white. Wiring colors are exactly the same as the big plug on the MK1 except the two oil pressure wires which you have to swap between them. yellow and black/blue. However, the black plug is going to hit the column support. You will will have to remove the plug and bent it so that it clears it.

Then its the CE2 1989 1/2+ clusters. These have one big white plug. The colors are different. I've created this guide which tells you exactly what to do. http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=1924586. You need to open the speedometer cable hole a bit and trim the top of the cluster housing to make it fit. Personally I tried both and the late 16V cluster suits me well.