When did the Honda Insight hybrid battery need replacing?

When did the Honda Insight hybrid battery need replacing?

In July 2011, with about 22000 miles, the car died on the street-all power gone. Dealer said the IMA battery needed replacing. The battery was covered by warranty. In 2015 I noticed the charging indicator gauge wasnt lighting all the bars. Dealer said battery was weakened but not enough to replace at that time.

What does IMA stand for in Honda Insight?

For those who don’t know (I had to look it up), “IMA” is a brand-specific acronym that stands for integrated motor assist. It makes no economic sense drive a hybrid 2-6,000 miles a year. In addition to the economics of the issue, letting a hybrid sit is bad for the hybrid batteries.

Do you need out of warranty work on a Honda Insight?

There’s no need to go to a dealer for out-of-warranty work, they generally are more expensive. For those who don’t know (I had to look it up), “IMA” is a brand-specific acronym that stands for integrated motor assist. It makes no economic sense drive a hybrid 2-6,000 miles a year.

Why is the bypass not working on my Honda Insight?

It’s no longer recommended to do the bypass because it may or may not work Based on my research, the reason it may or may not work is because the trick is necessary for original IMA systems. However, remember, my pack was replaced in 2008 (there was no sticker on the BCM when I opened things up; my second clue).

For those who don’t know (I had to look it up), “IMA” is a brand-specific acronym that stands for integrated motor assist. It makes no economic sense drive a hybrid 2-6,000 miles a year. In addition to the economics of the issue, letting a hybrid sit is bad for the hybrid batteries.

In July 2011, with about 22000 miles, the car died on the street-all power gone. Dealer said the IMA battery needed replacing. The battery was covered by warranty. In 2015 I noticed the charging indicator gauge wasnt lighting all the bars. Dealer said battery was weakened but not enough to replace at that time.

What kind of engine does a Honda Insight have?

Its high-tech 1.3 litre engine features not only a 2-stage i-VTEC system that gives Variable Cylinder Management, but also a dual spark ignition system. This, coupled with Honda’s Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) provides a total output of 72kW and 167Nm of torque.

There’s no need to go to a dealer for out-of-warranty work, they generally are more expensive. For those who don’t know (I had to look it up), “IMA” is a brand-specific acronym that stands for integrated motor assist. It makes no economic sense drive a hybrid 2-6,000 miles a year.