Audi Q7 MMI Console Circuit Board Removal and fix.

Spilled drink on Audi MMI control fix for UNDER $100

Removal of MMI console in my Audi Q7 , To repair the MMI from a spilled drink that caused the system to shut down in my 2009 Q7 and none of my lights or buttons worked. symptoms varied some days. It has been almost 1 year and it works perfect. Very Happy with the repair.

This has worked for many models. tested on 2007-2009 q7 also older A6's.

Link to new board

[ilgiip]

Thaks fro the video ! The same thing happened and dashboard "worked" as yours.I was about to open the console But lazy as I was, I tried firstly to dry it . I did not open the console and used hairdryer on the console for 4 min and let the car run 15 min on high inner temp . So Strangely - today I was ready to do everything what you didi, everything worked again ! It can be repaired with hairdryer aswell. :-)

[NewAnatoliacafe]

You are one of these good people out there. I have been quoted $4522.33 from Audi dealership. Randomly i saw your video and decided to try it. Actually i bought the electronic board from Amazon about $155 to make sure i buy it from a US seller so if something was wrong i could easily return and be refunded. My parts arrived yesterday and after i watched your video it took 15 minutes me to change the board. It works I REALLY APPRECIATE THAT YOU POSTED THIS VIDEO TO HELP US YOU ARE A GREAT PERSON

[williamstephenson]

My man, you just saved my daughter thousands. I followed step by step, works like a charm. She thinks her dads a rock star. Thanks for helping us out. We owe you!

[loripetersen]

If I can do it, you can do it! Oh my goodness! I cannot thank you enough posting this video! I literally just finished changing the control board. I am an elementary principal who knows zero about car mechanics. I watched your video about a month ago and didn't have the confidence to do it myself. I took my car to the mechanic and didn't like the price but at least my mechanic was KIND enough to to let me show him YOUR video and he encouraged me to do it myself. Even with it taking me 20 darn minutes to figure out the torque tool, I replaced the board and put things together in under an hour! Hot diggity dog. It took me a few more minutes because I have push to start and I was clueless how to take out the wires and I didn't; just worked around them. I chipped my nail polish but saved enough money ($3200 to be exact) that I can drive my happy self to the salon and have them done! I am raising a glass of good libations in your honor, Mr. 4 Realz!

[steveptraynor]

Thank you for taking the time to post this video. I followed it to the letter including the eBay link to buy the new board. $60 later and a few tooth picks and my Q7 MMI is back to normal. My favourite part of this fix is the tooth picks. The simple solutions are the best. Thanks again!

[bruno]

Thanks for taking the time to do this, I am sure you've helped a lot more people than you think because this is a common problem in many Audis. I have an 06 A8l with rain damaged mmi. I will first try to clean it, if not see if there are circuit boards for it as well. Your video was tremendous help, thanks a million.

[tnaatnaa]

new board just showed up, swapped it out in 20 minutes WORKS JUST LIKE
thanks!!
FYI the whole fake wood part will pull straight out, unplug 4 wires, then you can remove the plastic chrome on you desk

[potomac]

The same situation and need happened to me. Thank you for your great and encouraging video. I first attempted to save the old board with some improvement after cleaning but still needed replacement. I found that it was not necessary to remove the center control knob as it can stay in place. Purchased and installed new one and works perfectly. Season greetings and THANK YOU!

[fitnesscoffee]

4 Realz, I too greatly apperivate that you took the time to post and share your experiences with swapping out the mmi board. I was also able to obtain a new mmi board from Hong Kong at a reasonable price. The tooth pick idea was priceless and far better than using a flat head screwdriver to separate the plates.
Your informative video was short and right to the point.
Safe travels.

[griseldafigueroa]

I wanted send you a BIG THANK YOU for this video because it help us so much!!! I just placed my order for the hard drive and can't wait to have my husband fix my Audi. Wish me luck and once my radio works I will be letting you know. You have saved us thousands of dollars. Once again THANK YOU!!!!

[samirmaroudi]

What's up man. I just want to let you know that I got my navigation system installed and running finally thanks to your help and your advices. Just like you said it was very easy once you have the right parts. Really appreciate it

[aleksandarilic]

Hi I just finished changing mine and it :) thanks a lot for sharing your video (the best part was with the toothpicks I was struggling to take that silver part off but than played your video again and it just popped out), you just saved me $2600 since that is how much Audi Quoted me.I bought the electronic board from eBay for just $90 and it took me 30 min to change it.
Thanks a lot again, Greetings From Serbia!

[soulssouls]

Dude you are a rock star - I followed the link - then did it step by step... - my wife loves me....we owe your bro...Dan NYC

[andrecaca]

hi i receive my circuit board, i saw your video one more time before to change my board, then i make it fast like you and it work's. my problem was the big knob, i couldn't fix the hour and everything that work with this knob.that was cola spilled on the board..i am so very happy . thank's a lot

[peteyx]

Thank you, 4 Realz for a great video how-to. I followed your steps and it all worked as shown. Until I got to the wire harness your's doesn't have, the one for the engine start/stop buttons. I couldn't figure out how to disconnect that plug. I wanted to take to assembly with the push buttons out to clean off the soft drink residue. So I just did the cleanup in place. Your video made the job MUCH easier. Thank again.

[cwelch]

I never thought I'd be able to do this myself, but it's done and it works! Thanks so much. You're THE MAN!

[empress]

I just ordered my circuit board today from the link you gave hopefully it fixes my car I will keep you posted thank you!

[shirleywilson]

Awesome tutorial! You make a novice look like a pro and motivated me to try it myself. I found the part you recommended and also ordered a new trim and volume knob (per your recommended site - thanks). All went extremely well! I found that using a small flat head (the size that comes in an eyeglass repair kit), worked well in disengaging the tabs. Nothing broke, I put everything back together again and am so happy that I saved thousands on this repair! The control center looks brand new and works great! Now that my control knob works, I can finally remove my ex-husband's name from my phone list ;-) ! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and helping us save $$$!

[sabadostudiosdesign]

He is the Man! Best Damn video in fixing Audi Q7 MMI! Fixing mine this week. So bummed my screen has been off for months. I look forward to more posts. Q7 guy on Maui.

[tinusgeldenhuys]

Oh wow.  Just did this in Johannesburg South Africa!... Waited a bit for the board but it worked!!!  Thanks!!!