Problem with bmw 123d the lights come on the dashboard and the dials stop working while car still driving

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you might need to get the water level sensor checked, it may be faulty

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Actually i think it means that your anti spin control is turned off. in my bmw the button for asc is located just in front of the gearstick. try pushing the button.

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bulbs behind the gauge cluster most likely need to be replaced....

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I don't have access to the symbols, but you, as a BMW owner can log on to this site, and have access to the original manual for your BMW with diagrams of all the symbols and what they mean. Good luck, hope this helps. Curt
https://www.bmwusa.com/Secured/Content/Forms/Login.aspx

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If your temp and fuel gauges are playing up then check ALL the fuses under the bonnet. My brother in law's 1998 381Ti compact started playing up with the fuel and temp gauges swinging about like they had a mind of their own. Turned out to by the rear brake light fuze....