2013 Honda Insight Owner's Manual - Page 89

Multi-Information Display On vehicle with paddle shifters TOC The IMA battery is charged at a higher rate when the transmission is in L (Low) mode (see page 280 ). On vehicle without paddle shifters The IMA battery is charged at a higher rate when the transmission is in LOW (L) range (see page 274 ). If the battery is mostly discharged, the auto idle stop function is disabled (see page 281 ). The battery level gauge does not read the battery level directly. It calculates the level by continuously measuring the current flow, voltage, and temperature. Since the level is not read directly, small sensing errors can, over time, cause the gauge to read higher than the actual battery level. The system will then perform a correction, and the battery level gauge reading will drop suddenly. When this happens, IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop are disabled until the IMA battery is sufficiently recharged by normal driving. This correction of the battery level gauge is normal and does not indicate a problem. If the IMA battery develops a problem or becomes deteriorated, the IMA system indicator will come on. If this happens, have the vehicle checked by your dealer as soon as possible. Instruments and Controls 86 2013 Insight