Audi Q7 4L MMI Amplifier Problems

[@Dr.KJonesJr]

We all need to write to Audi about this issue so they can creat a recall ticket. The video is helpful (Thank You) but we need a complete solution. If we come together and all write formal letters discribing the same issue, "Hopefully" Audi will take responsibility and help the Q7 owner with the MMI problem.

[@montanodanny]

I'm down with that. We should

[@tempusfugit3635]

Its an old issue. Q5s too; and on the S series. The audi MMI system seems to have a very non negligible fail rate. It’d be one thing if it were just isolated audio module and not so integral to other functions like everything accessible via vehicle info

[@ebenassefuah1044]

Im down with it

[@DebriefingHour]

Yes, I am so down with it,

[@kennyguevara6277]

Sameee

[@DebriefingHour]

You are an amazing guy, this has been so helpful for me. I am an Audi lover but this water issue is unacceptable for all the money being spent for their vehicles. Again THANK YOU!!!

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Hey...Amazon fibre optic cable.

[@reneestaceywelch748]

Thank you so much. This just happened to my Q7 and it's at Audi and we just change the drains and everything. They never thought that this could've been an issue. I'm already into this diagnosis for $1000. The absolute ridiculousness they should've known when I took it back in and the radio wasn't working.

[@rickycardoso978]

Hey man thanks for the video, I searched for almost a year to fix this problem and everyone told that it was another problem and that had to by all the modules in the trunk to fix it ( a lot of money) 💵😣 today I tried this optical bypass and it worked. Now I know that a "just" need an Amp. You help me a lot man, thank you. Cheers

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Hey, no problem...hope u can fix the problem soon👍😉

[@montanodanny]

So even if you get another amp do you still need the bypass plug? And anyone have an idea how much it is to program new amp?

[@rickycardoso978]

@@montanodanny no, because the bypass it's "tricking" the car to think that the Amp it's working. Once you buy another amp or fix yours and plug it to the car you don't need the bypass anymore. Did helped?

[@odanielvasquez6920]

@@j.a.c.p5574 hello I would like to know if you also do the arrangement of the amps or where can I get

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@odanielvasquez6920 im from germany, not possible for me😉 u can find on ebay an older used amp and just change ur broken one.

[@bestage9429]

You probably don't want to cover the amplifier like that; it is an unoptimal solution. Firstly, there is a fan in the amplifier for cooling, so you don't want to block that, else it will overheat and could die quickly. Secondly, covering it is only going to result in the water dripping down into further electronics such as the fuse box anyway, so once again it is not an optimal solution. It is best to fix the source of the leak instead. On one Q7 I've seen, the leak was caused by a damaged tube for the rear windshield washer, so that should be one of the first few easy things to check when looking for leaks. Btw, your English is quite decent for a non-native speaker. Keep it up!

[@shermanwillis3327]

Wats the name of the cable u use

[@sebastianpupaza4688]

You are amazing!!!!!! I had this problem me to...😒😒 now with your video i solv the problem !!! Thank you!!

[@cruzfernandez4554]

Muy agradecido por el esfuerzo para ayudar. Mil gracias y saludos

[@BobbyBaldon]

Yes this is Bobby Bowden how do you get that cable wire that you inserted on the amplifier

[@nelyat3892]

Do you have sound after that jump?

[@rashidrabani6842]

What's the little magic cable called

[@timbazuvfunareo454]

Great video, thx so much. Trying to figire out why i got one speaker up front like you said

[@Rodney-w2v]

Hi were you able to fix the old amp ? How did you fix it

[@alejandrodangelomamposo1165]

Very nice video and nice job. Please can you show me the part number or description to find the plug in Amason. The water can come from the ruffing or glass in the ruffing because the houses of evacuation are blocked.

[@DanielVeljkovic]

Hallo , danke fuer das videi wie heist dieses kabel ? Und ist es kompatibel mit einem audi a4 b8 ?

[@renesotto3042]

Iam also having the same issue. The left side speakers are the only one giving out sound. What kind of programming did the dealership do to your amplifier?

[@teejay6139]

Anti theft programming

[@barbaralightfoot6479]

just wondering if you had a issue with the ac-heat blower not working along with this amp issue. I am having same issue, I replaced console circuit board and still no mmi. I have the Fiber optic loop on order to check the amp. Not getting any air out of dash vents, some air is coming out of the top vents up high on the dash below the windshield. did your dash vents quit when the Amp went out?? Is somehow the Ac/heat vent connected to the Fiber optic loop?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Had nothing to do with amp(fiber optic loop), clean AC/heat valves in engine compartment, then should work.

[@barbaralightfoot6479]

@@j.a.c.p5574 I perhaps have two problems at one time. noticed Ac blower squealing at start up- then it calms down, some air is moving out of upper vents. I have purchased a new Ac-fan blower and it is on Hand but I have not tried it yet. There are so many things to try. But Issue with MMI is still my Main Issue. Once I get the Fiber optic Loop from Amazon I am going to try Loop. Fuses have been checked. Husband did tell me that he left the roof open a little and vehicle got wet, also the drain was plugged with tree sap and debri at same time. not good. thank you for advice! I like your video

[@emelexista86]

@@barbaralightfoot6479 did u fix it..?

[@barbaralightfoot6479]

@@emelexista86 Yes! I fixed car. Car I am working on Audi Q7 2008. Amazingly now I know how to take the whole car apart in and put it back together in 1 hour 15 min.. I purchased tool bag and supplied it with just the tools to fix this car. I recommend everyone to purchase a dental tool for your repair kit(buy on Amazon), as I used it to remove small "click on parts". Like inside the back panel in order to unclick the service light harness you need a small pick. I removed console between the front seats and used the small dental pick around the chrome trim. I replace Circuit board and console trim. The big Issue the MMI did not come on, It was the Satelite xm radio. You must get a Fiber optic loop and start in the back of the car. Test the Bose amp first, you can not get to the screw way back behind the Bose amp behind the right corner. Just remove the 2 screws on the left side of the Bose Amp & then pull-swing the Amp out towards you. the right screw in Back will swing like on a pivot. you can reach behind the Bose Amp for testing it without taking out the right side screw in the back. My Amp was fine. Next I try the Sirius XM radio. this was the culprit. I believe it went out just to Age. My A/C fan blower seemed not to work well before this process- but with all the Lights out on the MMI I can say that I thought the AC/Fan was bad. It was squeeling at start up, so I replaced the AC/Fan Blower Motor the next week after I got MMI going. AC fan is perfect, I replace Cabin filter under the dash too. It was fairly dirty. I don't think I had any water leaks, or sun roof leaks. I have a Fiber optic loop in the place of where the XM sirius radio gets attached, so I am only able to get regular FM radio. It is ok to just leave it like this. I have Full MMI. But I did purchase a used Sirius XM radio that I will try to put back in, just have not got this far yet. I can not reach the screw to remove the Full Bracket that the Amp is on, the seat belt hardware is blocking my reach way above the Bose Amp. I must pull Full Metal shelf that the Amp sits on in able to get to my satelite Radio. The Satelite Radio is Under the AMP and is not reachable for changing out unless you Remove Amp and the Full Metal shelf it is on. so I maybe stuck just letting this one ride.

[@emelexista86]

@@barbaralightfoot6479 It seems that my car has the same as yours, but the water leak from the sunroof damaged all the modules in the back so I replaced all with used ones and the cd changer was also burned so after replacing it everything works. I also had a problem with the AC but it was fixed by changing AC/Fan Blower Motor. I had problems with the rear lights but I fixed thanks to the University of KZbin lol (Sun roof leak can be very bad)

[@joseramirez673]

Where you buy the new amplifier

[@qendrim1qj]

Hallo ich han das problem das mein mmi langsam den geisst aufgiebt. Zuerst hatte ich rechts kein tont jetzt nur noch vorne links und es knistert die ganze zeit und das mmi funktioniert nicht mehr richtig aber es geht noch an. Denkst du das ist das gleiche problem?

[@timbazuvfunareo454]

I see now in a convo, code the amp to the car in an audi garage, it seems on normal audio i get driver speaker, on sirround i get the whole left side, just bought it, maybe it was replaced and not coded? Thx for vid

[@ebenassefuah1044]

What is the name of the cable you bought from ebay called, and where did you get the new amplifier from? Thanks for the help.

[@alextheinventor518]

fiber optic bypass loop

[@howardjordan8838]

What do you need to get that panel off??

[@MrWeeshal]

Hey buddy, I have a bit similar issue but in my Audi A6 3.0 TDi Quattro , the MMI monitor shows white light only when started however radio etc and other functions works fine. Could you pls give me an hint on the fix

[@BlaMiPau]

Thanks for This video. But kan you tell me what you Call This little magic cable ?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Sorry for late answer... optical fibre loop.

[@marcogonzalez6308]

Hola, buenas tardes, dónde consigue el cable para hacer la prueba. Gracias

[@emelexista86]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09KZWP19M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@Kurtischachi]

Hey, i bought a used amp through ebay and replaced mine but the issue persisted. Any suggestions?

[@ricardojimenez869]

Buenos dias en mi caso que no se si es el mismo la radio y el cd se me corta cada 4 segundos y voy sin musica a todos lados. Estoy desesperado por no poder arreglarlo. Sabes si con eso que has echo se mg quitara el problema ????? Si es asi te debo una cena en sevilla españa

[@tudorionut4997]

hey . i have the same problem . the amp its not working any more plus its kills my battery

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Then i hope the video will help you😉

[@cristovaonunes4952]

Your problem is really the amplifier remove the plug and it will stop draining battery

[@jongheekim5829]

Hi Thank you for good information. What is the site you purchased? My car is a 2008 Q7 3.6.

[@j.a.c.p5574]

On Amazon

[@jongheekim5829]

@@j.a.c.p5574 Excuse me, what is the product name? can not find it.

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@jongheekim5829 optic fibre cable(loop) bus

[@mr.bordobereli1882]

Grüße, habe ich das Richtig verstanden? Wenn ich den Bypass Kabel einbaue habe ich keinen Sound?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Hey, verstehe deine frage nicht? Du machst den Bypass ja nur weil dein verstärker defekt ist und wenn du den defekten verstärker mit dem Kabel überbrückst, hast du natürlich keinen Sound mehr, aber dafür funktionieren wieder alle anderen Geräte.

[@Leventvski]

Hello Brother, Thank you for the video, it was very helpful. so now i installed the new-used amplifier and installed it on my q7 2010 car. the mmi and radio are working. however, the only front left driver's front speaker is working. what shall i do next? can you help please? Thank you.

[@teejay6139]

Needs program

[@integraellie]

My 2007 q7 doesn’t have the amp in that spot, any ideas where else it might be

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Good question, i have no idea!? What Model?

[@integraellie]

J.A.C.P 2007 q7, 3.0 diesel

[@darkomilic7252]

No way its on same spot...

[@alindragulin3133]

Thank you very much mate...very helpfull...thank you very much

[@MyBooboo30]

@j.a.c.p what is the name of the plug piece your using with the orange wire???

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Hey, most bus fibre optic loop.

[@barbaralightfoot6479]

another question with MMi not working In 2008 Audi Q7. with the CD changer I was able to eject 6 CD that were stuck into CD Player when the MMI turn off. the Lights on The CD player & eject works, no lights on the Console around the buttons, (console circuit replaced- still no lights on console). question is; with the CD player- as long as the eject works- does this mean that the Player is A-OK? Should I skip checking the CD player and move right to the back to check Amp & sirus xm

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Should be ok...replace amp, i think its damaged because of water drain.

[@barbaralightfoot6479]

@@j.a.c.p5574 I did my fiber optic loop to Amp and was OK. My issue was the Sirus Radio console. I am happy to have found the issue. I bypassed the Sirus for now and going to try to replace with used one of like kind. I have Sound & regular FM radio so happy to have MMI back On, and finally able to reset tire pressure lite, and also I learn I can avoid the big cost at dealer to do much on my own

[@barbaralightfoot6479]

also when speaking to audi dealer they give you run around about maybe a scanner might find the issue, and then we charge you for physical labor just to keep checking all the way through your car. I can now tear down panel, unscrew , do loop and rebuilt wall panel and I did in 1 hour and 5 minutes. :)

[@barbaralightfoot6479]

@@j.a.c.p5574 I fixed issue with MMI. It was the Satelite radio. I have Fiber optic loop on in its place. So All MMI is good. Everything working.

[@srdjanisenovic8924]

Hello . does anyone know what the cable is called?? how and where can I buy?? I have exactly the same problem

[@ebenassefuah1044]

The video is very helpful and really good

[@alexwortham3122]

What's the name of that plug?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Most bus fibre optic loop

[@obwoyobwoy5515]

whats the name of the cable that you used in the video and where did you purchase it from?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Optic fibre cable, purchased it on Amazon.

[@SheikBlue73]

Can you post the link

[@donguillot3973]

@@SheikBlue73 you can also purchase the cable fro Audi dealer not expensive. It is called fiber optic loop cable.

[@malaminjagana359]

???

[@patoreyes5742]

how did you solve the problem about the speakers? because after your work only front and rear left speakers work, how did you update and made them work again? (by the way, I have the same problem) only the front and rear left speakers work dont know what to do.

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Go to Audi, do a Software update!

[@cheezwhizdom]

I have the exact same issue Pato. Same front and left rear speaker only. Did you try the software update at a dealer? Did it work?

[@bigstrappa6155]

did you fix it, how much it cost@@cheezwhizdom

[@bigstrappa6155]

how much did it cost@@j.a.c.p5574

[@SidWaqif]

Can you please put the link for the cable you bought for 20 euros on amazon? thanks

[@audi31.67]

Need aswell this cable

[@srdjanisenovic8924]

NewTH Optical Fiber Diagnostic Tool, Bypass Socket and Plug, Apply Adapter for Mercedes Benz Audi VW BMW Porsche AMAZON

[@ChristianTM]

Bro can you help me pls ? from where you buy the cable to fix it?🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Amazon👍

[@ChristianTM]

@@j.a.c.p5574 thx! i found it on amazon 11 euro!

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@ChristianTM nice...good luck

[@trondsolem7712]

Wher to Bay that part. ?

[@erkidfusha4919]

What cable did you use I can't find it

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Fibre optic cable( loop)

[@coupdeforcemq]

Hi where can we find te magic cable and it's name please ?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Most bus fibre optic loop on Amazon.

[@coupdeforcemq]

@@j.a.c.p5574 thank you i found it, and i hope this will fix my problem with my MMI and Battery charge problem

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@coupdeforcemq good luck

[@ebenassefuah1044]

How do we do that then ,im in

[@joseramirez673]

How much you paid for the new amplifier

[@حمودالآلماني-ظ6ط]

How much coast you the upgrade on Audi ?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

New amp 250€ new cable 10€.

[@gtothereg]

Did this cause any parasitic current draw while the car was off?

[@CourtneyKarl]

I could imagine. I just got a quote for $1800 to repair the amp because it was the cause of my parasitic draw on the battery.

[@sajmirkuci]

Where Can i buy this

[@juanahumada5673]

Hello friend, in my van you only listen to the left side the right side no, you know what can be?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Did u change the amp?

[@michaelmckeown7901]

What was the wire

[@MrLovely1992]

hello J.A.C.P bro i have audi q7 but i have same problem .Can u explain 1 thing how long use this type of adapter.its harmful o not ? pls

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Hey, its no problem...you can use it für time you want!

[@DRBauto]

where did you get the replacement amplifier?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Ebay

[@MelvinDlaCruz]

where can i buy this, do you have the link

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Search for most bus connector (fibre optic loop) in Internet.

[@darkside6240]

Hi , I’m your first subscriber 😄

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Thank you😅

[@srorilecd191]

Hi i want the wire for my q 7 bat i dont find in amazon

[@srorilecd191]

@@j.a.c.p5574 thel me how to find te plug wirw on amazon pls

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@srorilecd191search for fibre optic loop.

[@eserusanmaz7296]

can i use the bypass & amp together so not connect that part to the amp just the bypass?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

You just need to get to the cable going to the amplifier to loop the signal.

[@eserusanmaz7296]

J.A.C.P so if I just leave the amp on take that loop signal off the amp will still work without the loop going in it is that correct?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@eserusanmaz7296 cmon...u loop the amp cause its broken, why use the loop if the amp works, make no sense???

[@eserusanmaz7296]

J.A.C.P Lol I'm not sure if the amp is broke or not just stuck on mute I've been told to try plug in & out might fix sorry I'm very new to this side of things I have found male & female of the loop adaptor on eBay for £8 so just gonna buy it encase wanted to see my options thanks for the help liked & followed 👍 take care

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@eserusanmaz7296 no problem...just try the loop. If u have any questions let me know;-)

[@chimaekeukwu436]

I have exactly same problem, changed my amplifier still no proper sound only the dashboard speakers, need your help please

[@j.a.c.p5574]

How can i help?

[@patoreyes5742]

Hi there ! Same problem here! Only left dashboard and rear left door sounds but right side is still muted ! Did you fix the problem? How? Cheers !

[@turiqazolli-mg3oy]

how it's the ''plug'' called

[@paulbains1671]

Could you please add link for plug or item number please thank you

[@darkside6240]

Gut gemacht 👏

[@luxurycarsrepairamritsar8648]

Do you have a problem with battery drain?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Yes, cause oft that amplifier it damaged the battery too...

[@linasvaici]

Seriously??? After 6 months of looking you finally found the problem 🤣🤣🤣

[@j.a.c.p5574]

U did know from the start? Without watching my Video...😂😂😂

[@linasvaici]

@@j.a.c.p5574you are funny dude lol. I solved my problem in 30 minutes.

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@linasvaici if i had watched my video on KZbin, i would solve that problem in 5 minutes too. Hahahaha

[@icakadimitrov220]

With me happened something like this but i have the sound and disappeared the other options the car setup don’t show the air suspension the camera is disappearing only sound and navi what to do 😐😐😐😐

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Thats a good question, never heared about that problem!?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Try reset mmi...

[@icakadimitrov220]

I try so many times but still the same 😑

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Do youhave that Optical bypass cable? Try to bridge every single unit one by one...maybe u find the problem then.

[@adnanbrkic4500]

I have the same problem, I don't have an option for air suspension in the menu and it doesn't show the reversing camera🤔Does anyone know what the problem is? Thx

[@andyr8833]

Can you put a link to the device we need to buy? Thank you

[@ebenassefuah1044]

Hey did you get the link? I just saw the video and i need to buy the cable he use to test it, but i need the name for it thanks

[@andyr8833]

@@ebenassefuah1044 no link and I still have the problem..

[@ebenassefuah1044]

I don't know why you are willing to show video to solve a problem, but can't provide the link!

[@rychunovak199]

Thanks mate you are the best

[@victormanuelledesmacruz4479]

what is the name of the amplifier

[@shankhan6451]

Evening Martin I have problem the engine can you help me please thank you ?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

What engine?

[@CarlosLima-qo4hf]

Where is the best place to buy the amplifier

[@j.a.c.p5574]

O bought my amplifier in ebay....

[@Ironsliver2000]

Was hat der Verstärker gekostet? Ich hab das gleiche Problem

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Ich habe glaube ich um die 300 bezahlt ca.

[@marissamanning1640]

Hello what amp Is it to use to replace

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Original used Audi!

[@kevinbritton4364]

Hey so I got a replacement amplifier, the mail starts but still no sound it the car

[@j.a.c.p5574]

The rest does start again?

[@srdjanisenovic8924]

Hi. Wats Name vrom this Kabel please??

[@justinevan3853]

Good video mate

[@kaloiantcwetkow]

Thanks bro, great job 💪

[@MrCara1030]

Whats the name of the cable so i can but it

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Most Bus connector

[@MrCara1030]

@@j.a.c.p5574 thanx bro

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@MrCara1030 if u need Help, let me know...

[@dj-vodkadj-vdk6895]

Can some one send me the link of the cable please

[@bafolu]

Pls have you had issues with the CCM, i need to change mine and thanks for this video, it was really helpful

[@borislavmitkov5204]

Hallo wie heißt der Ringe wu sie haben daran gedacht

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Most bus - Lichtwellenleiter Kabel

[@borislavmitkov5204]

Dankeschön

[@carbievelez8352]

SIT INSIDE THE TRUNK W PANELS OFD AND HAVE SOMEONE RUN A HOSE OR BUCKET OF WATER FROM ROOF TO SEE IF IT'S DRAIN TUBES OR LIFTGATE WEATHER SEAL IMPROPER SEATING WHICH WAS MINE! 👍 COUOD EASILY JUST BUY NEW SEAL ABT $150-$200 BUT BETTER THAN REPLACES COMPONENTS AND TAKING CARE OF WATER DAMAGE TO METAL AND RUST...

[@raiderbane1011]

I'm q7 doin the same thing but it plays the radio

[@dmitrijdziubenko8973]

You didnt mentioned if amp is comletely burned due water ingress. If you replaced it with another amp need to remove component protection. And you cant do it by yourself.

[@j.a.c.p5574]

I mentioned the problem that i had, not what could have been...my amp Was damaged cause of water ingress from roof. I replaced the amp and it worked. So dont understand whats ur problem...

[@dmitrijdziubenko8973]

@@j.a.c.p5574 just noticed about cp need to be removed after amp replace. No offence) I am specialist in Audi multimedia repair, also protection removal. Yea it is common problem with avant models.

[@carbievelez8352]

@@dmitrijdziubenko8973 Damage to the AMP causes a short that keeps blowing the fuse too??? So I need a new AMP?

[@Leventvski]

@@dmitrijdziubenko8973 Hello Dimtrij, i have the issue you are talking about, how can i remove the cp?

[@timbazuvfunareo454]

How to get update?

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Audi Center

[@qendrim1qj]

Wie teuer war das und was für ein update müssen die machen? Lg

[@philm1822]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@deneshkumar6885]

Thanks 🙏

[@dj-vodkadj-vdk6895]

Can u send me the link please thank you very much

[@j.a.c.p5574]

Most bus connector

[@dj-vodkadj-vdk6895]

J.A.C.P i try to right this and its not showing nothing

[@j.a.c.p5574]

@@dj-vodkadj-vdk6895 try on amazon

[@dj-vodkadj-vdk6895]

No m8 cant found it

[@dj-vodkadj-vdk6895]

I have the same problem .. if i buy a new amplifer

[@miikarutz1739]

Thx broo

[@shankhan6451]

Thank you???

[@tempusfugit3635]

How does each one of these videos have 30k views?! Is this problem really that prevalent? Thank you for the fix; got my optical loop, going to try this next.

[@j.a.c.p5574]

I made this Video cause i didnt find any answer in the Internet, to find the problem and to fix it was hard...cause if u dont know the problem it could be anywhere!

[@_Reib_]

Kannst du das in deutsch machen dann kann ich das besser verstehen

[@migueltiniguar6521]

😮

[@puddyswigworldextension9243]

Thank you… I’m so grateful it work 😊 God bless u❤

[@aghilesmohellebi7199]

How can I update the amp