Check a couple things:
1. Verify that the dimmer switch for the dash lights isn't in the full dim position (it turns off the dash lights).
2. Check your fuse panel (in the engine compartment) for a blown fuse.
Testimonial: "It was the fuse."
SOURCE: HOW COULD I READ CHECK ENGINE CODE ON A 1986 BMW 325E???
You can't use a tool to pull codes from an '87 BMW 325(e). You have the 2.7 liter and your DME, or computer is a Motronic. If you had a 325i, then a tool could read the codes because the computer was upgraded that year to a Motronic 1.1 system with a round plug in under the screw cap on the driver's side under the hood. The only tool you can buy is the one for resetting the service interval light and resetting the oil change light. To answer your question about going about finding your driveability problem would be to get a BMW Bentley Manual. This manual shows you how to use a standard voltmeter to check everything from your computer plug in. Your computer is located above the glovebox.
Good Luck,
~Stillin~
SOURCE: Reset ''Service Oil'' sensor on a 1985 BMW 325E off dash console
Call your local BMW dealer and ask them...should be free!
Good Luck
SOURCE: dash lights not working 96 bmw 318
dimmer switch is on the dash on your r/s and must be replaced
SOURCE: replace struts on a 1987 bmw 325e
YOU NEED TO REMOVE THE STRUT COMPLETELY USING COIL CLAMPS CLAMP THE SPRING AND REMOVE TOP PLATE UNDOO THE LARGE NUT ON THE STRUT ITSELF THEN PULL OUT THE INTERNAL SHOCK REPEAT THE PROCESS IN REVERSE FOR ASSEMBLEY
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