Jeff wrote:

> Does software control the switching of the power source between
> gasoline and the battery pack?

Yes


> Or is it more of a mechanical element
> that controls it?

NO.


>
>
> Is it possible for Honda mechanics to "adjust" how much battery power
> is getting used?

NO.



> I'm happy with my 2005 Hybrid, but I'd like to
> average more than the 43.5 mpg that I'm currently getting. My driving
> is 90% city (start and stop traffic). I watch the gauges closely, and
> it seems that the battery doesn't get used as much as it could during
> acceleration. In fact, very rarely does my overall battery power ever
> dip below the 80% mark.

> I was wondering if they could adjust the
> threshold/configuration of when the battery kicks in so that it gets
> used more.

NO; However I suppose Honda's engineers could "tweak the IMA"
usage. Rest assured that the IMA system is highly optimized as, you are
using it day to day.

One tip: Use Econ mode for the AC system so the engine stops at
idle. That's going to be good as it gets.


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