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2000 Audi S4 TSBs

76 Technical Service Bulletins across 11 categories

Engine

26 bulletins
10250430

Oil consumption measurement - Repair Authorization (CA)

10231130

Idenifying and mixing factory fill engine coolants

10216682

Engine oils that meet Audi Oil Quality Standards.

10216662

Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.

10216656

Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants.

10216638

If the vehicle?s engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris...

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resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust down-pipes, turbocharger, supercharger, and/or intercooler. If these pieces are not removed prior to the installation and operation of the replacement engine, the pieces may be drawn into the combustion chamber, which can cause a knocking noise and subsequent serious engine damage.

10210679

This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously.

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Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of Electronic Power Control (EPC) (no accelerator cable) to fuel injection systems, an engine RPM control feature has been incorporated into the engine electronic control system software. Customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the accelerator is depressed, and/or the vehicle hesitates (lacks power on take-off).

10210650

This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously.

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Drivers who consciously or unconsciously drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition. With the introduction of Electronic Power Control (EPC) (no accelerator cable) to fuel injection systems, an engine RPM control feature has been incorporated into the engine electronic control system software. As a result, application of the brake and accelerator pedals at the same time (brake pedal with left foot and accelerator pedal with right foot) results in the following: ? Brake pedal function (normal at all times) overrides any throttle application. ? Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will not be stored. ? When the brake pedal is applied while the accelerator is depressed, engine RPMs will return to idle speeds of 1400 RPMs after approximately two seconds. ? When the accelerator is applied while the brake pedal is depressed, the vehicle accelerates slower than usual (reduced engine torque).

10128399

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 14-50 dated June 20, 2014.

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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.

10123882

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 11-19 dated February 10, 2011.

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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.

10123764

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 15-61 dated July 7, 2015.

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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.

10123591

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-01 dated February 5, 2010.

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Excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors and combustion chambers. Engine runs rough after cold start. Excessive engine cranking time. Hesitations while driving. Rough engine idle. Reduced engine performance. Poor fuel economy. Conditions may be severe enough to illuminate the MIL in conjunction with storage of DTCs for misfire (example: P0300, P030x) and / or lean fuel system (example: P0171, P0174, P1128, P1130, P1136, P1138) in the engine control module (ECM). Condition may be caused by use of contaminated gasoline. Condition may be caused by use of gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives.

10123587

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-35 dated March 25, 2013.

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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.

10122799

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 12 - 31 dated August 30, 2012.

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Oil consumption measurement - Repair Authorization (CA). In order to provide effective lubrication and cooling of internal engine components, all internal combustion engines consume a certain amount of engine oil. Oil consumption varies from engine to engine and may change significantly over the life of the engine. Typically engines with specified break-in periods consume more oil during the break-in period, and the oil consumption will stabilize after the break-in period. Refer to the Owner's Manual for specific break-in procedures. Under normal conditions, the rate of oil consumption depends on the quality and viscosity of the oil, the RPM at which the engine is operated, the ambient temperature and road conditions. Additional factors are the amount of oil dilution from water condensation or fuel residue and the oxidation level of the oil.

10122766

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 11-52 dated October 11, 2011.

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Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake light lens. Damp air settles on the inside of a cold lens, which creates condensation. The headlight circulation system allows air from the outside to flow through the headlights. This open waterprotected ventilation system (needed for pressure compensation) creates different climate zones in the headlight: very warm areas, where the lens is warmed up by the light, and relatively cool areas, where the lens is cooled own by the air flow. Considerable differences in humidity and temperature between the inside and the outside of the headlights, even while driving, can lead to condensation. This is especially true in cold and wet weather, but it can also happen after a car wash, after steam cleaning the engine or the front end, with overnight temperature changes, etc. This phenomenon is more visible on lenses made of clear glass than on lenses with patterns. The moisture does not affect the headlight function (light performance) and does not lead to corrosion or other damage to headlight parts.

10122465

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 37 number 13-07 dated May 29, 2013.

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Customer states that the engine returns to idle speed of approximately 1,400 RPM although the accelerator is depressed, and/or the vehicle hesitates (lacks power on take-off). No DTCs are stored. This condition may be caused when the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are depressed simultaneously. Drivers who drive with their left foot resting on the brake pedal are prone to experience this condition.

10122415

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 19 number 13-41 dated June 20, 2013.

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Discontinuation and mixing of Audi-approved engine coolants. G11, G12, and G12+ coolants have been replaced by an improved version. G12++ coolant (for service available) has been introduced in MY 2005 for all engines. G13 has been introduced in MY 2008 as factory filling and service.

10121324

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 10-02 dated September 14, 2010.

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Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the vehicle's engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust down-pipes, turbocharger, supercharger, and/or intercooler. If these pieces are not removed prior to the installation and operation of the replacement engine, the pieces may be drawn into the combustion chamber, which can cause a knocking noise and subsequent serious engine damage.

10120682

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-69 dated February 14, 2013.

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Noises and inconsistent engine operation after cold start during the catalyst heating phase. The customer may misinterpret these symptoms as engine misfiring. This bulletin applies only to non-diesel engines.

10119946

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 17 number 13-35 dated January 9, 2013.

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This bulletin lists engine oils that meet Audi oil quality standards (VW 501 01, 502 00, 505 00, 505 01, and 504 00/507 00).

10119945

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 10 number 13-10 dated September 5, 2013.

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Prior to engine replacement, any debris lodged in transferred assemblies must be removed. If the engine experienced a serious mechanical problem, it is possible that small pieces of metal debris resulting from the mechanical problem may have become deposited in the intake manifold, air intake hoses, exhaust manifolds, exhaust down-pipes, turbocharger, supercharger, and/or intercooler. If these metal debris pieces are not removed prior to the installation and operation of the replacement engine, they could be drawn into the combustion chamber, which can cause a knocking noise and subsequent serious engine damage.

10119940

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 01 number 13-09 dated June 21, 2013.

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The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in excessive accumulation of deposits on intake valves, intake manifold, fuel injectors, and combustion chambers, engine running rough after cold start, excessive engine cranking time, hesitations while driving, rough engine idle, Reduced engine performance, and/or Poor fuel economy. Conditions may be severe enough to illuminate the MIL in conjunction with storage of DTCs for misfire, lean fuel system, or air/fuel ratio imbalance in the engine control module. Condition may be caused by use of contaminated gasoline. Condition may be caused by use of gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives.

10058584

AUDI: ENGINE, ON SOME VEHICLES, WOULD RUN IRREGULARLY OR HAVE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ON OR POSSIBLE FILTER...

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ELEMENT FOR CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENT VALVE CAN LOOSEN AND IN OIL CIRCUIT, THERE IS NO DAMAGE FROM LOOSENED PARTICLES. MODEL ALL. ALL YEARS. *PE

10018217

OIL LEAKS FROM UPPER ENGINE AREAS, DIAGNOSTIC GUIDELINES.

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*TT

10015101

SECONDARY AIR INJECTION (AIR) PUMP MOTOR -V101- IS NOISY.

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*TT

10009879

VALVE COVER, DIAGNOSING OIL LEAKAGE FROM GASKETS.

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*TT

Other

12 bulletins
615877

SUBJECT REGARDING INSTALLATION OF FRONT LICENSE PLATE HOLDER.

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*TT

610577

INFORMATION ON INSTALLING FRONT LICENSE PLATE HOLDER PRIOR TO DELIVERY (FOR STATES, PROVINCES AND TERRITORIES REQUIRING A FRONT LICENSE PLATE).

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*TT

10249085

Google Maps Street View (NVLW))

10243930

This bulletin provides information on the additional reporting requirements for safety related inquiries.

10243787

Audi Elsa Newsletter

10243780

Audi Elsa Newsletter

10198567

This informational bulletin explains how to order replacement VIN plates, Safety Certification Labels, etc.

10184530

This information bulletin contains instructions for technicans on how to ensure their TAC call goes smoothly.

10155644

This special notice is to inform dealers to return all part numbers listed in the document and order the superseded part...

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numbers going forward.

10128350

This informational bulletin contains all the the Audi Oil Quality Standards that should be used when doing an oil...

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change.

10124898

This is an advance notice for Audi of America employees.

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This notice contains information for the accessories operations technical bulletin.

10022142

LOSES POWER OR WILL NOT MOVE AFTER STOP.

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*KB

Tires & Wheels

10 bulletins
616671

OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTERS REGARDING AUDI TT AND S4 LOW PROFILE TIRES.

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*TT

615876

THIS SAMPLE LETTER PROVIDES INFORMATION ON THE SPECIALLY DESIGNED LOW ASPECT RATIO, ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE TIRES.

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*TT

615875

THIS LETTER ADDRESSES DEFECT ALLEGATIONS MADE IN THE SEPTEMBER 25TH ISSUE OF BUSINESS WEEK WITH RESPECT TO THE...

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BRIDGESTONE RE040 LOW ASPECT RATIO, ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE TIRES. *TT

615874

SUBJECT REGARDING AUDI OF AMERICA, INC.

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CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM FOR CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 225 / 45R17 / 91Y LOW ASPECT RATIO, ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE TIRES. *TT

10251027

Tightening wheel bolts

10250950

Tightening wheel bolts

10128009

This information TSB provides information regarding the correct way to torque adjust a wheel bolt.

10124751

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 13-46 dated December 9, 2013.

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Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment.

10121408

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 44 number 12-32 dated August 2, 2012.

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Wheel bolt requires torque adjustment. Torque sticks, torque extension bars, and impact guns/wrenches are not approved by Audi of America, Inc., and should not be used to apply torque to wheel bolts. Always use a calibrated torque wrench to attain the correct wheel bolt torque and follow the proper wheel tightening procedure as outlined in Elsa. Proper use of a calibrated torque wrench ensures that all wheel bolts are tightened equally and reduces the chances of repeat repairs. Using methods other than a calibrated torque wrench to attain correct wheel bolt torque may lead to problems.

10027923

AUDI: WHEEL BOLTS REQUIRE TORQUE ADJUSTMENT.

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TORQUE STICKS AND TORQUE EXTENSION BARS ARE NOT APPROVED BY AUDI OF AMERICA, INC. AND SHOULD NOT BE USED TO APPLY TORQUE TO WHEEL BOLTS. ALL AUDI MODELS INCLUDED. *PE

Fuel System

10 bulletins
10249054

Due to new Minnesota state regulations regarding biofuels, biodiesel blends of B5 or less may not be available in the...

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State of Minnesota.

10228314

The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more...

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conditions.

10228302

High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis.

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Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.

10224993

The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more...

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conditions.

10224981

High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis.

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Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.

10221966

The use of contaminated gasoline or gasoline with a low content of deposit control additives may result in one or more...

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conditions.

10221954

High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis.

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Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet.

10124882

High quality media files (video and sound) are now integrated into technical service bulletins on a case-by-case basis.

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Media files can now be viewed on any smartphone or tablet. Audi of America has started to host its TSB videos outside of ElsaPro. Doing so provides higher-quality videos, more reliable access to the videos, and the ability to view the videos on different devices.

10123656

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 20 number 13-29 dated November 15, 2013.

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The fuel tank has been removed from the vehicle and must be neutralized before shipment or disposal. When the fuel tank in a vehicle is replaced, the original tank must be properly flushed to neutralize the remaining gasoline or diesel fuel.

10009732

LONG TERM FUEL TRIM - SYSTEM TOO RICH.

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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P1123, P1125, P1137 AND P1139. *TT

Brakes

6 bulletins
10226529

Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals

10212703

Vehicle lacks power or will not move after stop due to simultaneous depressing of the brake and accelerator pedals

10127856

This informational bulletin contains technical information for when there is condensation visible on the inside of the...

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headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, and/or third brake light lens.

10120003

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 94 number 12-92 dated October 24, 2012.

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Condensation is visible on the inside of the headlight, taillight, fog light, side marker light, front turn signal, daytime running lights, or third brake light lens.

10054859

AUDI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, USE CALIBRATED TORQUE WRENCH AND NOT TORQUE STICKS, TORQUE EXTENSION BARS AND IMPACT...

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GUNS/WRENCHES NOT APPROVED FOR USAGE ON WHEEL BOLTS BY MANUFACTURER, THAT CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL, HUB. MODEL 1995-2014 ALL. *PE

10052307

AUDI: SOME VEHICLES MAY LACK POWER OR WILL NOT MOVE AFTER STOP DUE TO SIMULTANEOUSLY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS.

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*JS

Electrical

3 bulletins
10128222

Due to increasing requests for high voltage personal protective equipment (HVE PPE) for dealer technicians working with...

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high voltage vehicles (Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Electric Vehicle), the Volkswagen Tools and Equipment Team has identified two US based suppliers to support dealers in USA and Canada.

10120052

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 97 number 10-15 dated October 20, 2010.

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Sporadic fault memory entries are stored in various control modules. Contacts may be widened (over 0.63 mm) if incorrect pins or incorrect methods for current flow tests are used. Either action may cause intermittent electrical connections, which can cause sporadic DTCs to be stored in various control modules.

10016518

UNNECESSARY ECM AND/OR ACCELERATOR PEDAL REPLACEMENT.

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*TT

Pre-Delivery & Maintenance

3 bulletins
10123901

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 11-19 dated April 8, 2011.

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This TSB contains information on technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center

10123650

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 10-05 dated June 14, 2010.

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VIN plate and/or B-Pillar Safety Certification label requires replacement.

10122524

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 00 number 14-61 dated May 1, 2014.

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Technician preparation when calling the Audi Technical Assistance Center (TAC).

Lighting

2 bulletins
10121365

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 90 number 10-14 dated August 10, 2010.

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Cigarette lighter element will not lock into the lighter socket -U1- to begin the heating process, or the lighter element will not automatically release once the heating process has completed. As a result, the socket can become inoperative when used as a power outlet.

10022141

HEADLIGHT AIMING, USING HELLA UNIVERSAL BEAMSETTER.

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*KB

Suspension

2 bulletins
10016418

SERVICE ACTION JE CAMPAIGN-CHECK/REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS.

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AUDI HAS FOUND THAT IN RARE CASES, ONE OR BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS ON AFFECTED VEHICLES CAN EXHIBIT WEAR, EVEN THOUGH THE DAMAGE TO THE RUBBER BOOTS IS NOT OBVIOUS. *SC

10011699

CHECK/REPLACE REPLACE FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS.

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*TC

Software & Calibration

1 bulletin
10231127

ElsaPro Software update and technical bulletins

Infotainment

1 bulletin
10119956

Supersedes Technical Service Bulletin Group 91 number 14-69 dated November 4, 2014.

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The following message appears on the MMI display: "Device or cable type not supported". The AMI cable being used is a genuine Audi-branded cable with an Audi part number (see Required Parts and Tools for a list of valid part numbers). The "Device or cable type not supported" message may be displayed when an incorrect AMI cable type is connected to the MMI system. Only cables with an Audi part number (i.e., 4F0.XXX.XXX) are supported by the MMI system. Volkswagen-branded cables look similar, but are not guaranteed to work with Audi MMI systems. The label on the end of an Audi-branded cable has an Audi logo and Audi part number. Audi-branded cables have unique firmware inside the hardware that can determine which MMI system and iOS device are connected to the cable. Volkswagen cables do not have this firmware. The firmware is required to allow the system to function normally due to the different technology available in the different MMI systems and in the different iPhones and iPod Touch devices. In addition, the AMI system was designed to play the music stored locally on the connected device only. Music streaming (from Spotify or Pandora, for example) is not supported, and music stored in the cloud (on Google Play, Amazon Prime, or iTunes Match/iCloud, for example) may drop out, pause, and skip when played.