What is a grid charger?

A Grid Charger is a small electronics device that, when connected to the Hybrid Battery Pack, charges your Hybrid Battery Packs at a very low current ( ~ 350 mA). Its name signifies the fact that you are using the “Grid” i.e. AC power for charging instead of the internal charging system of the Hybrid Cars.

Can you plug in a Honda Civic hybrid?

A conventional hybrid car—such as those models offered by Honda in the Accord, Civic, CR-Z and Insight—contains a gasoline engine that works together with an electric motor. Though these vehicles have both an electric motor and a battery, they don’t have to be plugged in or sit at a re-charging station to be recharged.

Can a Honda Civic hybrid run without IMA battery?

The IMA, or Integrated Motor Assist is essentially a back-up to the primary combustion engine. According to Honda, there are 3 different types of hybrid cars. As long as your 12V battery light is not on, your car will most likely continue to operate without causing long-term harm.

Can a grid Charger be used for a hybrid?

You just sent me a grid charger for my son’s 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid. I was able to charge up the battery this Saturday and the results were excellent. It fully charged the battery and the car drove like it should! I cannot tell you how much safer I feel knowing we have the grid charger for the car.

Can a Maxx volts hybrid Charger be used?

Maxx Volts has released our 2005-2012 Ford Escape Hybrid low voltage hybrid battery recovery tool. Ford Escapes with a “NO START” condition caused by the high voltage battery being too low of voltage to meet the minimum working threshold can be brought back to life with our NIMH hybrid battery charging system.

When did I install the grid charger on my Honda Insight?

In the middle of September, I installed your grid charger on my 2002 Honda Insight. For about six months prior to that date, I had been driving the Insight with the IMA battery completely disconnected after having the IMA light and the Check Engine light come on with codes 1447 and 1449.

Which is the best battery system for a hybrid car?

Prolong® Battery Systems restore hybrid battery balance to improve vehicle performance, ensure a safe ride and nudge up your MPGs. Priced at a fraction of the cost of replacing your hybrid battery, Prolong Battery Systems are is one of the most sensible investments any hybrid owner can make.