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How do I charge a dead Prius Hybrid battery?
I tried to start my Prius this morning and the battery is dead. I’ve never charged a hybrid before, so I’m not sure what to do next. How can I charge a Prius Hybrid battery if it’s not working?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Jumpstarting a battery
on a hybrid vehicle isn’t that much different from jumping a gas-powered vehicle. - Pop the hood and locate the fuse box, which will contain the hybrid battery.
- Connect the red jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the battery. Run this same cable to a second car and clamp it to this vehicle’s positive terminal (+).
- Connect the black jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on the working battery, then connect the other end to an unpainted metal part on the dead car.
- Start the engine on the second vehicle and let it run for a few minutes.
- Fire up the Prius and wait for a notification on the dash that reads Ready.
- Disconnect the cables, and you should be good to go.
However, hybrid batteries should recharge on their own if you drive the vehicle for about 20 minutes. So if your battery is consistently draining to the point where your Prius won’t start, it’s usually indicative of more significant issues or the need to replace the battery altogether.
Replacing the battery on a Prius isn’t cheap. Expect to pay around $2,500 to $4,500 for parts and labor. Many Prius owners even consider buying a new vehicle when this happens.
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