HONDA 2014 Accord Hybrid - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 10)

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SPORT HYBRID i-MMD SYSTEM MAIN COMPONENTS
Gasoline Engine – Provides propulsion to drive the wheels
under certain driving conditions, and turns the generator.
Generator – Starts the engine and generates electric power
when driven by the gasoline engine to supply electricity to
power the electric motor and/or to charge the High Voltage
battery.
Electric Motor – Provides propulsion to drive the wheels in
conjunction with the gasoline engine in certain conditions, and
provides electricity to the High Voltage battery through
regenerative braking.
High Voltage Battery – Provides electrical storage and serves
as a power source for the electric motor.
Learning about the High Voltage battery’s characteristics will
help you get the best handling and maximize the range of your
electric vehicle.
(P451)
High Voltage Battery Charge Level Indicator – Displays
battery state of charge.
When the indicator:
• Displays two or less segments, EV mode is no longer available.
• Displays eight segments, battery charge level is full.
High
Voltage
Battery
Generator & Electric Motor
Gasoline Engine