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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by chota, May 30, 2012.

  1. chota

    chota Junior Member

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    Is it normal for the Prius energy monitor to be showing that the ICE and motor are driving the wheels without any battery power? How can the motor drive the wheels without any battery being drawn going up a hill? photo (1).JPG
     
    #1 chota, May 30, 2012
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    Just read that it is possible, the ICE provide power to the motor at times so no battery is needed. Ingenious Toyota design!
     
    #2 chota, May 31, 2012
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    john1701a Prius Guru

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    Yup, the PSD (power split device) is an ingenius approach.

    Of course, we've known that for a very long time...

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    That ability to send energy in a variety of directions set it apart from the competition. The rapid switching and ability to create & consume electricity without even using the battery made many take notice.

    Being able to top-off while climbing up a hill is especially captivating, definitely counter-intuitive.
     
    #3 john1701a, May 31, 2012
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    Is it an unusual condition though? I would think most times the ICE would be charging battery if not drawing power.
     
    #4 Big Steve, May 31, 2012
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    That is similar to what I am seeing at times ... but in my case I have seen the ICE sending power to the wheels *only* ... no arrows to the motor / battery.
     
    #5 BlackOps_Noob, Oct 5, 2012
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