HONDA Insight - Manual (Page 39)

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E
LECTRONIC
I
NSTRUMENT
D
ISPLAY
Housed in a hooded central pod directly in front of the driver, the Insight's Electronic Instrument
Display is a combination analog and digital readout that shows all important information about the Insight's
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system and its effect on vehicle performance. This information is presented
in a manner that encourages the driver to take an interest in improving the vehicle's fuel economy.
Conventional information about engine and vehicle performance is presented in an easy to read digital or
bar graph format.
Energy Use Meter
Assist/Charge indicator display indicates the operational status of the
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system. There are three modes:
• Motor Assist: The IMA is using battery power to help propel the car,
the amount of assist is indicated by the illumination of amber colored
bars on the right side of the display. When more bars are illuminated, more assist is being
used.