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High Voltage Hybrid Systems – Toyota Prius Ni-MH Battery

Weber State University (WSU) – Department of Automotive Technology – Ardell Brown Technology Wing – Transmission Lab.

This episode covers High Voltage Hybrid Electrical Systems – Specifically the 3rd generation Toyota Prius 201.6 Volt battery system.

This topic is taught as part of our 4-year bachelor’s degree program. For more information on the Weber Automotive program, visit:

This video was created and edited by Professor John D. Kelly at WSU. For a full biography, see Donate to the Department of Automotive Technology at Weber state University here:

Questions:
How long is the high voltage wiring harness shown in the video?
What does the high voltage wiring harness connect to in the back of the vehicle shown in the video?
What does orange colored wiring and parts indicate?
What does the high voltage wiring harness connect to in the front of the vehicle shown in the video?
What is the chemistry type of the battery in the vehicle shown in the video
Does the high voltage battery provide Direct Current (DC) or Alternating Current (AC) to the inverter converter under the hood?
What parts are serviceable in the battery shown in the video?
What was a common battery problem discussed in the video?
What is the function of the positive and negative contactors?
What is the function of the pre-charge contactors?