Alright, let’s talk hybrid vehicles and that pesky DC-DC converter. After 25 years under the hood, I can tell you this component is often misunderstood, and misdiagnosing it can cost…
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What Causes a Hybrid System Overheating Warning on a Lexus RX 450h?
When Your Lexus RX 450h Yells “Hybrid Overheat!”: What I See in the Shop Alright, let’s talk about that “Hybrid System Overheating” warning light on your Lexus RX 450h. When…
How to Tell if It’s an Engine Problem or a Hybrid System Issue
Look, hybrids are great, but when they start acting up, you’ve got two major systems – the good old gas engine and the high-voltage hybrid setup – that can go…
Why Won’t the 12V Battery Charge in a Hybrid?
The Hybrid Charging Mystery: What’s Really Going On? Alright, let’s cut to the chase. If your hybrid won’t start, the dash is lit up like a Christmas tree, or that…
Can a faulty integrated starter-generator (ISG) cause engine vibration during startup?
Alright, let’s talk about Integrated Starter-Generators, or ISGs. These things are showing up in more and more vehicles, especially your mild hybrids, and when they act up, they can be…
How to Test the 48V Mild Hybrid Generator for Wear
Alright, let’s talk about these 48-volt belt-driven starter generators, or BSGs. They’re clever pieces of tech, designed to give you that stop-start smoothness and a little extra kick of torque.…