I have a 2023 Sonata Hybrid SEL, and I’m curious about what happens when the bottom meter reaches the “H” mark. I looked through the manual, but it’s not very clear. Can anyone explain what this means? Thanks…
It usually won’t happen, and the charge will stay between 30% and 70%. Going down a long hill, like a mountain pass, might fully charge the battery, which can lead to losing regenerative braking. After that, it will only rely on the regular braking system and engine braking, causing the RPMs to stay higher than normal until the battery discharges again.
That’s quite an interesting question…Just last year, I drove my Ioniq (HEV) through the Alps. When the battery is completely full and you’re still going down the mountain, the engine will start running, and the electric motor will try to slow it down, effectively “burning” some battery percentage. Once the battery drops to around 90%, it starts recovering energy again.
In that mode, the car relies entirely on the regular disk brakes to stop, which means you’re burning some gas. However, it’s a great way to reduce brake wear overall, as it only takes about 30 seconds in my vehicle for the recovery to start again.
Then your hybrid battery is full. And you can’t recuperate anymore
When the bottom meter reaches H, it usually indicates a high-level warning. You might want to check for any alerts or messages to understand the situation better. Have you tried reaching out to customer support for additional clarification?
Typically, when it reaches H, it could mean that the system is at capacity or there’s a potential issue. I’d recommend checking the troubleshooting section of the manual or looking for any indicators that might explain what to do next.
Great question… In many cases, reaching H signals a need for immediate action, such as troubleshooting or maintenance. Have you considered looking online for forums or user experiences? Sometimes other users have insights that are really helpful…
t’s always frustrating when the manual isn’t clear! In my experience, when the bottom meter hits H, it’s a good idea to perform a system check and eliminate any possible issues. @GoslingManstein If you have any specific details about the system, I might be able to help further