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HV Battery life once warning lights go on?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by Martha Bebinger, May 24, 2018.

  1. Martha Bebinger

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    Hey folks - all the warning lights came on when I got in my car this morning. I stopped at a Firestone and was told that I need a new Hybrid battery. Seems likely - I've replaced the small battery but not the main one on my 2006 Prius. Does anyone know how long I have? It probably makes sense to get another car - the hatch door is broken and there are a lot of body work issues, but it would be great to have some time to look around.

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    #1 Martha Bebinger, May 24, 2018
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    welcome!
    unfortunately, no, it is unpredictable. not sure i trust firestone, but if they are right, i agree with your assessment.
    how many miles on her?
     
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    Thanks for the reply!
     
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    The energy consumption screen on my dashboard shows four or five blue bars on the battery (half full). Is it reasonable to think the battery has a few weeks more life?
     
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    usually yes.
     
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