What does the IMA light mean on a 2004 Honda Civic Hybrid?
Problem Description The IMA light coming on is usually caused by a battery pack that is no longer charging correctly. Replacing the battery pack will turn off the IMA light.
What is Ima sign in Honda Civic Hybrid?
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) Operation The Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) hybrid system consists of an electric motor sandwiched between the engine and transmission. The main purpose of the motor is to assist the engine when accelerating, thus offsetting the need for a larger, less fuel efficient engine.
Why did the IMA light go out on my Honda Civic?
The IMA was acting erractically just prior and while the IMA was on. I drove about two days like this until they had an open appointment at Honda, but before I arrived, the IMA light went out, but the check engine light was still on. The Honda techs said I had popped code P0A7F.
Is the Honda Civic Hybrid a stick shift?
You cannot compare the 2004 Civic Hybrid with a stick shift to the 2007 Civic Hybrid. The newer one is bigger heavier with the same puny engine. It is also a different IMA design. I look for Honda to get out of the hybrid business when they get their diesel cars on the roads here.
Why does my Honda Civic Hybrid not work?
After going round and round with both Honda American and my Honda dealer, they both concede that the battery DOES NOT WORK when the temperature in the car is over 100. This causes a serious drain on the car–when trying to accelerate from a green light, there are times that the car hesitates and the rpms hit 4 as the car struggles to move forward.
What does the IMA light on my Check Engine mean?
The IMA (Integrate Motor Assist) light relates to the Hybrid function of your vehicle, specifically the Hybrid battery pack. This light indicates that the battery pack may not be charging to its full capacity anymore. This is likely also the reason your check engine light is on.
Is there recall on Honda Insight IMA light?
There was a 2003 recall on the ECM (computer under the passenger feet) – free. The dealer is feeding her a pack of lies. They have the error codes that caused the IMA light. They’re trying to get paid for warranty work.
How many miles does a Honda Insight have?
I have a 2002 Insight that has about 92,000 miles and would need to travel about 60 miles to get to a Honda Dealership. Depends on the particular type of IMA fault. There are many different IMA “codes” that turn the IMA warning light on.
What does the IMA light and check engine light mean?
When the IMA light comes on, this is a sign of a problem in the Hybrid system. When the Check Engine light is also lit, the most common problem is the Hybrid Battery. You can actually have this confirmed by having the “p-codes” (diagnostic trouble codes) read from the on-board computer.
When does the IMA warning light come on?
There are many different IMA “codes” that turn the IMA warning light on. One that’s known to “get you” will be if the 12v battery warning light comes on subsequently. Could be days / weeks/ months and would also depend on the type of IMA fault. If that happens your in 12v discharge.