does it matter if i replace my instrument cluster( manual ) with a automatic one or does it need to be manual.

1999 BMW 523
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DEBBIE12345
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i need to change my instrument cluster on my manual could i put a automatic one in
Apr 20, 2012 at 9:45 AM
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IMPALASS
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The best way to know this is to ask the parts department if these part numbers can be substituted for each other. I have changed clusters in an Impala SS with a Z28 cluster. Had to do cutting of the dash etc. Why do you want to change
Apr 20, 2012 at 6:58 PM
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