What to Do When a Hybrid System Malfunctions?

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LydiaAnn
07/23/25 8:19pm
If your car's hybrid system malfunctions, the solution is to take it to a 4S shop for repairs. Do not go to a regular auto repair shop or attempt to fix it yourself. A hybrid system in a vehicle refers to a drive system composed of two or more individual drive systems that can operate simultaneously. The vehicle's driving power is provided by one or more of these systems, depending on the actual driving conditions. The working principle of a hybrid system is as follows: when the battery level drops below sixty percent, the auxiliary power system activates. When the vehicle's energy demand is high, both the auxiliary power system and the battery pack supply energy to the drive system. When the energy demand is low, the auxiliary power system not only provides energy to the drive system but also recharges the battery pack.
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Nunes
08/10/25 6:21pm
Last time I encountered a hybrid system malfunction, I first checked the dashboard warning light, which indicated an issue with the electrical system. I immediately pulled over and called the 4S store for assistance. The technician said the high-voltage battery in hybrid vehicles is very sensitive and should never be disassembled by oneself. They used specialized diagnostic equipment to identify a faulty battery cooling pump, which cost 2,000 yuan to replace. They advised regularly monitoring battery temperature and suggested switching to pure fuel mode during prolonged traffic jams to let the system rest. Don't try to save money by going to roadside repair shops—the hybrid system's wiring is extremely complex, and tampering with it could risk electric shock.
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