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About John Kingery
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Expertise
BMW Repair (e24, e36, e38, e39)

Experience
Owned/maintained 5 BMW's, plus friends. Done exhaust systems, head gaskets, fuel systems, brakes, suspensions, electrical, seats, etc., etc.

Organizations
BMW Club

Education/Credentials
degreed Mechanical Engineer, w/20 years experience

   

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power windows and heater blower7/5/2009John Kingery
  Q: After changing the starter the power windows and heater blower stopped working. 1991 BMW 318is. ...
  A: I don't have a schematic of it, but it sounds like one of your main circuits got blown....likely ...
95 bmw m37/3/2009John Kingery
  Q: my m3 has developed a low speed vibration in the rear end. the car has also worn out the left rear ...
  A: Sounds like it's time to go throught the rear end drive and suspension in detail. If you have the ...
1992 BMW 735i5/19/2009Don Berlan
  Q: I'm considering buying this car with 160000 miles. Generally speaking, what common repairs/costs ...
  A: That is a hard question to answer not knowing how the previous owner has taken care of the car.If ...
89 735i starting5/17/2009Don Berlan
  Q: found 2 broken rocker arms before that only getting spark to the first plug before that real hard ...
  A: Wow...I sit here reading this and question myself wondering about the answer to best help you.It has ...
My BMW chimes, but no dash lights turn on.5/4/2009John Kingery
  Q: My 96' 318i randomly makes a chiming noise whenever I drive it. I look down at the dash to see if ...
  A: I don't believe these will chime when the oil change is needed. I'm assuming it wasn't about 38F ...
2001 BMW 325i A/C problem5/3/2009John Kingery
  Q: The passenger side ac blows only warm air. The driver side blows cold air but not the cold like used ...
  A: Likely freon needed. Check and see if the a/c compressor comes on (clutch engages) when you switch ...
318 motor swap4/28/2009John Kingery
  Q: I'm thinking about buying this 93 318is and the motor has about 130k on it. everything else on the ...
  A: Engine swaps in newer BMW's (even '93's) are major projects, due primarily to the engine controls. ...
E46 B20 low compression4/24/2009John Kingery
  Q: I removed the engine of a friend's 2.0 2005 E46 4-cyliner B20 Engine to replace leaking seals - ...
  A: From your note, I'm assuming you didn't change anything that required distrubing the ...
BMW E30 head replacement4/14/2009Don Berlan
  Q: Don, Is it possible to fit the '87 'i' series cylinder head to an '85 325e? I plan to rebuild my ...
  A: Yes it is possible to install the later head on the earlier engine.There are problems though,the ...
phone fell inside car's hood4/12/2009John Kingery
  Q: My cellphone accidentally fell inside the hood of my car and I can't get it out. Should I take it to ...
  A: If your cell phone falls into a BMW, it will automatically call Germany, and your bill will be high. ...
2003 e46 won't start4/7/2009John Kingery
  Q: I have a 2003 BMW E46 I live in canada(although this is a california car) and had my car sitting in ...
  A: First, try charging the battery longer on a 2 amp trickle charge.....a day or so. if the battery ...
1986 BMW 325is4/6/2009Don Berlan
  Q: what happens is while driving the car randomly cuts out then after waiting a few minuets the car can ...
  A: First thing is you should do is not to bang on the dash as I don't believe your doing anything but ...
2001 BMW 740 Il sport USA4/5/2009John Kingery
  Q: I was sitting in traffic and I noticed the temp gauge starting to raise up, I started to drive and ...
  A: Three thoughts: Radiator cap not releasing pressure Doesn't sound likely though. Shouldn't be ...
BMW 318i 1997 shaking4/2/2009Don Berlan
  Q: About couple of months back, i started having problems with my car when its in neutral. The car ...
  A: Having a BMW is one of the best feelings I know.Being able to help others in their quest to get ...
bmw e34 520i starting.3/30/2009Don Berlan
  Q: my 1995 bmw e34 has a starting problem,it will fire up but misses for roughly ten seconds and then ...
  A: I think you need to check the fuel pressure.Put a gauge on to see what the fuel pressure is.It ...
BMW 525i thermostat3/30/2009John Kingery
  Q: How do you replace a thermostat on a 2001 525i bmw. Is it very hard?
  A: I haven't done one on this model. Whether or not it's "very hard" is a function of your skills and ...
97 BMW 318i leaks, manuals3/28/2009John Kingery
  Q: US, bought used. Do not have access to vehicle at the moment so no VIN. Currently has 125K miles. ...
  A: The only manual to get is the Bentley. Period. It's well worth the extra $$. The others won't ...
AC control head3/28/2009John Kingery
  Q: I recently bought a 740IL. Had it inspected beforehand and mechanic said it would be a $200 repair ...
  A: I think that on things like this it's worth taking it to a BMW dealer. Independant shops are much ...
Overheating on BMW E39 5203/27/2009Don Berlan
  Q: I am the owner of a European BMW 520i A RL Model E39 Chassis # GZ31985 which recently succumbed to ...
  A: If the head is cracked yes it would need to be replaced.It maybe resurfaced if it isn't too ...
Warning light3/26/2009John Kingery
  Q: I just got a 2006 BMW 330ix w/out a manual. I had a light pop on this morning. It was a snowflake ...
  A: Sorry, not familiar with that model. BMW's flag you at 38F to let you know roads can be getting ...
code 227 and 2283/25/2009Don Berlan
  Q: Don, Iam working on a 1999 bmw 323i E46 with 171k,the car is bucking and it has a rough idle at ...
  A: I really can't say if this is a common problem although it is worth checking.Coolant doesn't mix ...
blow head gasket DIY3/23/2009Don Berlan
  Q: I have a 1994 325is. alot of white smoke is coming from the exhaust..im told by my personal mechanic ...
  A: Replacing the head gasket isn't that hard of a job.Make sure that the head is flat before you put it ...
BMW 330ci Fan Squeal3/19/2009John Kingery
  Q: I have a 2002 BMW 330ci convertible and recently started hearing a loud squeal from the engine ...
  A: I'd agree it's not your belt. Could be anything from idler bearing to waterpump to ps pump to ...
bmw 730 e38 '96 (uk r/h drive)3/18/2009John Kingery
  Q: could you advise where starter motor is located.having to go from underneath as locked out of car ...
  A: Not sure on the 3.0 liter engine, but on the US models it's on the bottom on your driver's side. I ...
!995 540i rough idle3/14/2009John Kingery
  Q: Have a 1995 540i.130k miles. Idle is a "little" rough. If A/C engaged...Smooth idle. Runs strong ...
  A: The Nikasil issue should have bitten you a long time ago if it was going to. Not likely this. A/C ...
serpintine belt?3/13/2009John Kingery
  Q: I noticed the lack of power steering only to follow with over heating as well as batt light on. with ...
  A: Best case? Serpentine belt broke. Likely case? Broke for a reason. Like waterpump failure. ...
front shocks3/9/2009John Kingery
  Q: how hard to replace front shocks
  A: How far to Denver? Sorry, but you give no clue as to the year or model of the car. I'll assume ...
BMW 323i3/6/2009John Kingery
  Q: I just bought a 323i and i have done lots of repairs on it. Currently it is showing "service engine ...
  A: you should be able to check this for free with an OBDII meter from most parts stores. They will ...
1989 bmw 525i heater control question3/4/2009John Kingery
  Q: My E34 is in very good condition compare to the years of the car is very well kept from the date of ...
  A: Heater core replacements are big jobs, but nothing tricky. Take LOTS of pictures as you go, and ...
2001 bmw 740il3/3/2009Don Berlan
  Q: My peake research dianostic tool reads fault codes mixture control idle #1-4,#5-8 misfire ...
  A: Well it goes to show you that` although you can read the codes,understanding them is a different ...
misfire3/2/2009Don Berlan
  Q: i have a bmw 316i 1999 and when i am starting the car it misfires and then runs fine was told its ...
  A: No it is not the starter!The starters job is to do just that start the car,actually turn the motor ...
Coolant gauge needle in RED zone3/1/2009John Kingery
  Q: I have a 1998 BMW 740iL and recently the needle of the coolant gauage in the instrument cluster ...
  A: several possibilities, ranging from bad sensor to blown head gasket to bad dash unit....or the worst ...
1991 325i electrical2/28/2009Don Berlan
  Q: I have a 1991 325i convertible. Recently I went to roll up the passenger window and lost ALL power ...
  A: What I believe you should look at is the grounds. Check the battery's positive and ground,make sure ...
BMW 318i 1998 Melting fuses,2/27/2009John Kingery
  Q: please can you help. 1998 BMW 318i started with fault on central locking, on one door and battery ...
  A: Welcome to electrical troubleshooting a BMW. Not sure on the 318, but the 1998 7 series have a ...
Electrical2/27/2009Don Berlan
  Q: I recently replaced the Factory radio in my 1987 528e. I followed the wiring diagram from BMW. After ...
  A: I would look at the tail lamps to make sure the contact points for the bulbs are good.I see lenses ...
electric window2/20/2009John Kingery
  Q: The passenger window has stopped working. it wound the window up leaving it 2 inches short then wont ...
  A: You need to determine if the window motor is getting power. If it is, it's likely the motor. If it ...
1997 BMW 328i stalling2/20/2009John Kingery
  Q: My 1997 BMW 328i (automatic) stalls when the steering wheel is turned to full lock. I had a mechanic ...
  A: Sounds like it might be the steering relief valve. When the steering goes to full lock, the valve ...
Frequency Valve On BMW 320i E21 19802/18/2009Don Berlan
  Q: How do you detect the pulse signal from the ECU, on my car the blue/black wire to see if it is ...
  A: Wow your getting into it way to deep.Its a 320i.Chances are if its not bussing it doesn't ...
white smoke from the tail pipe2/14/2009John Kingery
  Q: my car is A 1993 BMW MODEL. I HAD THE WATER PUMP REPLACED DUE TO OVERHEATING. 3 DAYS AFTER THE ...
  A: You blew the headgasket. Coolant is getting into the combustion chambers, burning, and exiting as ...
battery keeps going dead2/13/2009John Kingery
  Q: My car wouldn't start this morning at all. It doesn't make any sound when I try to start it. It ...
  A: Something is draining the battery. If you have a volt-ohm meter, put it in line with the battery ...

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