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Originally Posted by biosurfer1
With batteries, is there anyway to abuse them like you can with an engine?
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Not really. The controller's algorithms are set by the manufacturer (Toyota) to control the variables Red Beard mentioned. It won't allow a complete discharge, or a rapid charge past nearly-full, etc. About the only big variable in a smaller hybrid (Camry, Fusion, etc) would be temperature or lack of use.
Anecdotally, they last decades with normal use. Even if they fail, there are decent used batteries available for less than the cost to repair a failed wiring harness of a late model German car.