Do hybrid car batteries need to be replaced?
The batteries in modern hybrids are designed to last for at least 100,000 miles. Some might even make it to 150,000 or more. If you’re the original owner of a hybrid vehicle, chances are you won’t ever have to replace the battery pack because it just wears out.
Can a Honda Civic Hybrid battery be repaired?
For example, your mechanic may fix one cell in the 2003 Honda Civic hybrid battery, but that does not mean that another cell will not break soon. Remember that as your car ages, you are more likely to make repairs to all components, including the battery.
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 there a problem with the IMA battery?
Yes you’ve fixed it,no low battery conditions mean no problem.Japan has come up w/some radical batteries lately,hopefully you can benefit from this.Propose you test their new batteries in real-world situations, in their own products. Update: the dealer now says the IMA battery is bad and needs to be replaced, and this is confirmed by the codes.
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.
Can a Honda Civic Hybrid battery be replaced?
Direct fit replacement for all 2005-2007 Honda Civic hybrid batteries. All backed by our Green Bean Warranty with an optional Lifetime Upgrade option. Installation included in the battery price; see the Free Mobile Installation tab for more information on our service area.
Is the Honda Civic Beemax a replacement battery?
The BeeMax™ replacement hybrid battery for the Honda Civic Hybrid is more than a replacement battery – it’s an upgrade for your vehicle. Due to improvements in battery technology, you will immediately notice better power and acceleration, even on inclines.
Can a Honda Civic battery module be bad?
There is a 1:20 chance (or worse) that the module is in fact bad since most used modules come from defective Honda Civic Hybrid batteries that are just disassembled and sold piece by piece. Here is what we recommend: Call us when you see the red triangle or have a P0A7F (hybrid battery pack deterioration) code.
How many NiMH cells are in a Honda Civic battery?
Manufactured and tested to exacting quality standards. Engineered for peace of mind. The IMA battery for hybrid vehicles requires from 28 to as many as 240 individual NiMH cells. If even one cell has an abberant discharge rate, it can reduce the performance of the entire battery pack.