<!-- from fixya rte -->What does IMA warning light indicate - 2006 Honda Accord

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you need a repair book on that car so you can look up the codes or call Honda and see if they will give you the codes and tell you what is wrong is the car even running good you can also take it to auto that has a reader they can put it on and they can tell you what they mean.

Hi:

The P1600 code is usually a IMA fault, and the P1449 code is a battery deviation fault.
Both are usually early warning of some sort of hybrid battery issues.
You need to have a system tech give the hybrid system a good look over, but most likely your IMA battery pack is most likely suspect

go to honda and get it scanned.

OTC scan tools terrible at hybrid scans.... (no factory codes)

OTC_=overthecounter



this is a Hybrid, you want to fix a hybrid ,using a chat box?

wow....... read the operators guide, what does it say.

take it in... for good reason.!!

google "dangers of DIY work on hybrids."



http://www.aa1car.com/library/hybrid_hazards.htm

2005 Instrument cluster layout

1. Speedometer
2. Brake warning light
3. Turn signal indicator light
4. High beam indicator light
5. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
6. Airbag warning light
7. Anti-Lock brake warning light
8. Tachometer
9. Security alarm indicator light
10. Oil pressure warning light
11. Electronic Stability Program (ESP)/
Traction Control System (TCS) indicator light
12. Tire Pressure Monitor warning light (base)

13. Temperature gauge
14. Electronic Vehicle Information Display
15. Tow/Haul indicator light
16. 4WD Low mode indicator light
17. Seat belt reminder light
18. Cruise control indicator light
19. Odometer/Trip Odometer
20. Transmission gear indicator
21. Fuel gauge
22. Electronic Throttle warning light (5.7 Hemi)
23. Front fog light indicator light
24. Voltage warning light

Probbly the 12v battery needs replaced, be sure to get a warrenty with it so that if it has a very short life they will take care of it for you it seems to be a growing issue with that car>>>
Best of luck to you!

I have a 2006 Honda Civic Hybrid and have had hell with it. I have also learnt much about it too.

One thing bad about the HCH2, is that the 12V battery controls the electronics, and the Hybrid battery charges the 12V battery. However the 12V battery is not charged all the time, and cannot be charged when the IMA is usually being used, and in different scenarios. (Buy a Electronic volt meter which plugs into the 12V adapter $14 Walmart))

It is possible that the 12V battery is being drained while driving and caused a voltage drop which can cause your problem. In your case, I would change the 12V battery anyway as they do not last long on Hybrids. (You may have to get Honda to trip the IMA warning lights.) In my case, changing the 12v battery helped the hybrid battery as it was the electronics reporting the charge level wrong.

Depending where you live, you will have a minimum 80,000 mile warranty on the hybrid battery.

I believe it's the washer fluid light

Here's a list of your dash lights and their meanings

Left
1. Door-ajar warning light
2. Oil pressure warning light
3. Check engine warning light
4. Tour or Sport for the ECS
5. Security indicator

Center Warning Lights
1st space down
Left: 4-wheel steering oil level warning light
Right: Brake warning light
2nd space down:
Left: Anti-lock brake warning light
Right: Active Exhaust Tour indicator
3rd space down
Left: cruise control indicator
Right: cruise control ON indicator
4th space down:
Left: charging system warning light
Right: High-beam indicator

Right Warning Lights
1st down: Not used
2nd down: Seatbelt warning light
3rd down: Washer fluid (2 storage containers)
4th down: Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning light

Your best bet is to go HERE and signup for a free account then Downloading your Manual - service sheets, diagrams, parts lists etc.
Hyundai is one of the best with providing their customers with free information about the vehicles!!

I have D/L the manual, and the warning lamps on the instrument cluster are...
Left to right...(starting under temp. Gauge)

WITHOUT TRIP COMPUTER
11. Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)

12. ABS Warning Light (If installed)

13. Seat Belt Warning Light

14. Oil Pressure Warning Light

15. Charging System Warning Light

16. Parking Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning
Light

17. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

18. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light

19. Trip Odometer/Odometer

20. Trip Odometer Reset Knob

21. Low Fuel Warning Light

WITH TRIP COMPUTER

7. Front Fog Indicator Light (If installed)

8. Door Ajar Warning Light

9. Trunk Lid Open Warning Light

10. Parking Brake/Brake Fluid Level Warning
Light

11. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)

12. Charging System Warning Light

13. Oil Pressure Warning Light

14. SRS (Airbag) Warning Light

15. Cruise Indicator Light (If installed)

16. Seat Belt Warning Light

17. ABS Warning Light (If installed)

18. Traction Control Indicator Light (If installed)

19. Automatic Transaxle Position Indicator Light
(Auto T/A only)

22. Low Fuel Warning Light


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