Can Honda Civic Hybrid run without battery?
However, the overarching reality that comes with driving a hybrid is that, yes, one day you will need to replace its battery. Just like any vehicle, a hybrid’s battery eventually reaches the end of its lifespan.
Are there any problems with Honda Civic Hybrids?
Battery problems in the first and second generation Honda Civic Hybrids have become a major concern for many Honda owners. The problem has been premature battery failure, which often is NOT covered under warranty. The affected vehicles are 2003 to 2005 Civic Hybrids (1st gen) and 2005 to 2011 Civic Hybrids (2nd gen).
What kind of battery does a Civic Hybrid have?
I have a 2003 Civic Hybrid Manual Transmission. The IMA Battery light has been on for 6 months. I have 185,000 miles and still going. Will the car still run if the IMA Battery is completely dead?
Where is the battery located on a Honda Civic?
The problem has been premature battery failure, which often is NOT covered under warranty. The affected vehicles are 2003 to 2005 Civic Hybrids (1st gen) and 2005 to 2011 Civic Hybrids (2nd gen). The high voltage hybrid battery is part of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system and is located behind the back seat.
Is the IMA battery bad on a Honda Civic?
Your Civic may run with a bad IMA battery but you’ll likely be getting far worse mileage than normal as the generator trying to fully charge the battery will put a parasitic drag on the engine. Your Civic battery can likely be rebuilt, check http://www.hybrid-battery-repair.com/ for more information (no affiliation).
Can a Honda Civic Hybrid be used as a regular car?
My 2005 Civic Hybrid has been an AMAZING car (160,000) up until last week when I got the news that the hybrid battery was dying From what I’ve read, the Civic Hybrid has a separate starter, so it doesn’t need the hybrid battery to start up. Is it possible to let the hybrid battery die and keep driving the car as a regular Civic?
Is there a warranty on a 2003 Honda Civic Hybrid?
The IMA Battery on the 2003 Civic Hybrid is/was a flawed product. My first battery failed at 42,000 miles ( at 7 years) and was replaced under warranty. The second battery has failed with less than 27,000 miles ( at 11 years) and the dealer says it will cost me $3,684 to replace it with a rebuilt battery with a 3 year, 36K warranty.
Can a low hybrid battery stop a Honda Civic from starting?
A low or dead hybrid battery should not prevent your engine from starting because it also has a conventional 12-volt battery in the engine compartment, and a conventional starter motor to crank the engine. This system serves as a backup for the hybrid battery, and is also used during cold weather to start the engine.
How can I tell if my Honda Civic Hybrid is having problems?
Your car’s self-diagnostic system will detect most problems that can occur in the hybrid battery or charging system. If a fault is detected, one or more fault codes will be set and the IMA warning light will be illuminated.