The battery pack on my '00 5 speed with 157K mi. finally called it quits.
The dealer said the battery and the controller needs to be replaced. Cost for parts and labor from the dealer came in at $6,200. I know, this sounds nuts! Obviously I am not spending that kind of money on a car with this mileage.
I'd appreciate hearing from you kind folks about what my options are. Are there afternarket battery packs available? Should I consider used components? Can I just drive the car on the gas engine and fire the entire IMA unit? I often wonder what my mileage would be if I were able to remove the IMA unit, electric motor, etc. and just run the gas engine. I drive highway, 70 miles one way each day to work. Can I take the assy out and still run the gas engine? If so, I'm thinking I probably wouldn't be taking much of a hit due to the weight savings and good aero at highway speeds. Acceleration is an issue, I realize.
Anyway, any input is most appreciated! Thanks.
I'd appreciate hearing from you kind folks about what my options are. Are there afternarket battery packs available? Should I consider used components? Can I just drive the car on the gas engine and fire the entire IMA unit? I often wonder what my mileage would be if I were able to remove the IMA unit, electric motor, etc. and just run the gas engine. I drive highway, 70 miles one way each day to work. Can I take the assy out and still run the gas engine? If so, I'm thinking I probably wouldn't be taking much of a hit due to the weight savings and good aero at highway speeds. Acceleration is an issue, I realize.
Anyway, any input is most appreciated! Thanks.