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How do I test a Honda Civic Hybrid battery?

I bought a Civic Hybrid so I wouldn’t have to worry about battery life. But all of a sudden, it seems like the battery isn’t working or it struggles to start the engine. How do I test the battery on a Honda Civic Hybrid?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
If you’ve ever noticed your miles per gallon (mpg) has gone down, your battery may be to blame. But unlike a straight gas combustion engine, a
hybrid vehicle
has a different battery.
To test the Honda Civic Hybrid battery, follow these steps:
  • Shut the vehicle off.
  • Disconnect the negative terminal for 10 seconds or more.
  • Turn the vehicle on and let it charge.
  • Watch the battery charge on the left side of the instrument cluster.
  • The battery should charge up to eight bars, which means it’s full.
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