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Can I drive Gen 2 with HV battery removed?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by PeterPrius2007, Dec 8, 2022.

  1. PeterPrius2007

    PeterPrius2007 Junior Member

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    Car got in accident. I want to take it to the scrapyard.
    Wanted to remove the HV battery first to try to sell.
    Will it drive at all with HV battery missing?
     
  2. bat4255

    bat4255 2017 Prius v #2 and 2008 Gen II #2

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    I don't believe so, the HV battery is what starts the car.
     
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    downhill would work
     
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    Nope.

    HV Battery is needed to start the engine, set the gear ratios for the eCVT, and propel the electric motors that provide the low end Torque.

    12V battery only runs the auxiliary electronics.

    It's not moving an inch.
     
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    If the hv battery is good, don't take it to the scrapyard. Sell it on Ebay for a reasonable price and the buyer can take it away.
     
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