IMA System
Service PrecautionsIMA System
The Civic Hybrid has an Auto-Stop system that shuts the engine off under certain conditions to improve fuel economy when the vehicle comes to a stop. In Auto-Stop mode, driver input, such as releasing the brake pedal, causes the engine to restart.
Before servicing the Civic Hybrid, turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and remove the key so the engine cannot be started.
Before performing any service on the Civic Hybrid's IMA system, make sure to turn the battery module switch OFF and wait 5 minutes before working on the vehicle.