FAQ

What is a Hybrid Drive Battery?

A Hybrid Drive Battery is a large battery that assists the engine, providing power to maximize fuel economy. It is usually located behind the rear seats.

Why do Hybrid Drive Batteries fail?

Like most batteries, Hybrid Drive Batteries fail when they lose their ability to hold a charge.

How can I tell if a Hybrid Drive Battery is wearing out (failing)?

The vehicle will typically be less peppy and exhibit poorer fuel economy. It may show no/low charge in the morning when you start driving. Certain models will show a warning light on the dash and you will notice the engine revving as well as the battery cooling fan operating at a high speed constantly. Others will show the charge indicator rapidly fluctuate between charge and discharge.

What is the typical cost for replacement through the original equipment provider?

Dealerships charge around $3,000 to $5,000 to replace a Hybrid Drive Battery and typically require additional components to be purchased. Our program offers everything needed to complete the repair.

You can find our prices on the next link: https://ifixhybrid.com/services/battery-rebuild/

Or just give us a call: (916)-500-7070

How long will it take to replace the Hybrid Drive Battery?

Typically same business day depending on the year and model of your car. Hybrid Drive Batteries should only be replaced by a qualified technician.

Will the Energy Display show the battery is full with a replacement battery?

What will my miles per gallon be after I get a replacement battery?

Actual miles per gallon depends on driving habits, terrain, and weather as well as maintenance factors such as gas engine state of tune, fuel, bearings and brakes.

How long should a battery last?

Most Hybrid owners get between 80,000 and 200,000 miles from their original batteries. Our replacement battery is warrantied for 36 months with no mileage limit. We replace the less durable parts in the battery packs with our own improved and upgraded parts and upgrade all cells to the more durable Gen2 design cells. These cells have been reconditioned through our proprietary processes and must pass durability testing before being placed in one of our battery packs.

Is it true that a remanufactured battery is just a junk yard battery?

A remanufactured component is one that has been rebuilt using repaired existing components and/or new components. Hybrid Drive Batteries are totally remanufactured and tested as complete systems including the battery computer or ECU, harnesses, copper buses, connectors, and frames.

If the pack has one bad battery can you just put one new cell in it?

When one cell has failed, the pack must be completely disassembled to replace the one faulty battery module. Such repairs are short lived at a relatively high cost, without guarantee. It is more cost effective to replace all cell modules at the same time because if one battery has failed, it is likely that the others are nearing the end of their service lives as well. Additionally, it is critical for proper function that all cell modules be at the same state of charge, so if one cell is replaced, it will not be in sync with the original cells.

What happens to the old battery?

It is shipped to our remanufacturing facility so that it does not wind up in a land fill.

Is a replacement battery a knock off?

A replacement battery is a fully remanufactured original equipment assembly.

What year battery is the replacement unit?

Why do you need my old battery?

Can I install a Hybrid Drive Battery myself?