Tips For Hybrid Battery Replacement at the Auto Garage

Hybrid Battery Replacement

Unlike traditional gas-powered engines, hybrid electric vehicles require more care when it comes to maintaining your vehicle's performance and durability. The reason is that a hybrid car has two battery packs-a traction battery pack that converts electricity to power the motor and an auxiliary battery pack that charges from the kinetic energy that's harvested when you brake or coast. The traction battery pack can deplete more quickly than the auxiliary battery pack, so you'll want to avoid letting it run completely down.

While you can do a lot to extend the lifespan of your Toyota Corolla Hybrid Battery Replacement, even a healthy battery will eventually need to be replaced. You can prevent this from happening by following your maintenance schedule and avoiding full depletion or charge. You should also be aware that driving habits can affect your hybrid battery's lifespan and efficiency. Rapid acceleration draws more power from the battery, while slamming on the brake pedal will drain it faster.

It's also important to have your hybrid battery inspected during each service visit. Our team of certified service technicians will be happy to inspect it and the battery cables, ensuring that they're working at a dependable level.

A battery that's going bad will likely have some telltale signs. You may notice your engine taking longer than usual to start after turning the key, or you might hear a boisterous clicking sound while driving. You should also consider having your battery checked if it shows signs of heavy corrosion or if the electronics work, but your vehicle won't start.

Replacing your hybrid car battery isn't something you should try on your own. Unless you're a certified service technician, you could risk getting injured or damaging important components if you attempt to do it yourself. Our service experts at the Auto Garage are available six days a week to handle all your vehicle's maintenance needs, including replacing your hybrid car battery. Just give us a call or book online to make an appointment!