What kind of battery does a 2005 Prius have?
2005 Toyota Prius Battery Size Find the correct size by sorting the search results above with your vehicle information. Typically, a Group Size 46B24R is the intended size.
What type of battery does a Prius use?
Nickel-Metal Hydride battery
Both all-wheel drive Toyota Prius grades come with a Nickel-Metal Hydride battery. Nickel batteries can withstand harsher temperature changes. Therefore, this hybrid battery choice is ideal for colder climates where snow and ice and frigid temps are more prevalent.
Is the Prius battery an AGM battery?
The Toyota Prius is designed to exclusively use AGM batteries, and conventional flooded acid batteries will not charge if they are used. In fact, the onboard computer is designed to detect an AGM battery, which means the computer will not register a flooded acid battery.
Where is the 12V battery in a 2005 Prius?
The battery is located under a plastic molding on the far right, in the rear of the trunk. Unsnap the molding and remove it. This will expose the battery to view. Crossing the top of the battery is a squarish air duct used to cool the primary drive battery.
How many batteries does a 2005 Prius have?
Most hybrid vehicles, like the Toyota Prius, have two batteries. A smaller 12 Volt auxiliary battery, and the much larger high voltage Hybrid System Battery. The purpose of the 12V, is to power the computer and accessories when the hybrid system is not in Ready Mode, and to assist in starting the vehicle.
Why does Toyota use NiMH batteries?
The tech is proven, and it is safer than lithium-ion or polymer. Thermal runaway does not happen with NiMH, and safety is a big thing for Toyota. Toyota also uses NiMH because it is predictable. They know that most people will outlive the warranty on the battery or trade the vehicle in within 5 years.
Can I use a lead acid battery in a Prius?
Prius owners using this cheaper, lead acid battery have gone several years without a hiccup, the consensus being this method will last between 1-3 years. Since this cheaper method uses a lead acid battery, which is a potentially dangerous option in a passenger area, I can’t recommend this as a permanent option.
What is the auxiliary battery on a Prius?
12 Volt auxiliary battery
Most Hybrid vehicles such as the Toyota Prius feature a conventional 12 Volt auxiliary battery in addition to the high voltage hybrid system battery. The 12 Volt battery is not used for engine starting or to power the traction motors but is used to supply power to: Accessory systems.