[Mrbig]

We’re not talking about flooding. Again, I am only comparing my i3 against the Prologue. I’m making an assumption if the vehicle is “on” there is current flow to the motors and the contactors are energized. The BMW owners manual said to place the car in neutral, shut off the vehicle during the wash process and then “start” the car at the end of the wash. In addition, it stated to avoid car washes that had an underbody spray. I’m thinking it’s obviously an attempt to keep high pressure water from getting into the battery pack. I’m just surprised those same warnings aren’t a part of the GM platform.

At 70mph down the highway, in pouring rain, I would say high pressure water is hitting the battery cover. They are designed for this scenario, so it appears either the BMW battery compartment is not as protected, or they are just be cautious and warning, just in case.

 

[Mrbig]

Good point and I agree the technology has changed since we had the i3. I am concerned about the number of posts regarding HV pack failures on this forum. We weren’t looking to purchase an EV when we spotted this one on the Honda lot. The wife wanted the color and the lease deal was too good to turn down. Besides, we’ve had Honda’s in the past without problems. We didn’t know it was built on the GM platform until after we closed the deal.

Since it’s her “baby” it sits in our climate controlled garage and has only been driven twice since we got it in November. Living in rural Michigan, my F-150 is our daily driver so I don’t have a lot of experience with the car. Once the weather breaks, it will get more use.

I expect there to be some problems, but since it does share the GM platform I’m hoping it will all be sorted out.

The issues are happening to a small percentage of the Prologues sold or leased, considering over 30,000 have been sold. It always looks worse on forums, as the owners with problems post for help and to find out if they are alone. I'm one that has ZERO issues so far. I only say so far because there are reports of AC, battery, lighting, braking, axles, etc. Unfortunately, it always raises doubt.
Every new vehicle, especially first year production vehicles, have a percentage with minimal to total failure problems and recalls. But the great thing is they are under bumper-to-bumper warranty. And if you have a good dealership, you get a loaner if they have to keep your vehicle.

 

[Zenidar]

For those asking about how to use Car Wash Mode, Honda has instructions on their website. It's a PDF. I printed mine out on a half sheet of cardstock and threw it in the glove box in the event I need to reference it quickly. https://www.hondainfocenter.com/-/m...ia-Folder/Images/2024-Prologue/7-PDFs/24-Prologue_How-to-Use-Car-Wash-Mode.ashx

 

[jbutera]

For those asking about how to use Car Wash Mode, Honda has instructions on their website. It's a PDF. I printed mine out on a half sheet of cardstock and threw it in the glove box in the event I need to reference it quickly. https://www.hondainfocenter.com/-/m...ia-Folder/Images/2024-Prologue/7-PDFs/24-Prologue_How-to-Use-Car-Wash-Mode.ashx

That is specifically if you need to exit the vehicle. There are different instructions if you're remaining in the vehicle, which I pasted above.

 

[Zenidar]

That is specifically if you need to exit the vehicle. There are different instructions if you're remaining in the vehicle, which I pasted above.

Well it doesn't hurt to share, so I did

 

[jbutera]

Well it doesn't hurt to share, so I did

no worries, I just wanted to clarify for those who may not be aware.

 

[Mrbig]

I went today, pulled up, put car in nuetral, did not turn car off, wheel caught and I went through, put in drive and pulled out.

 

[jbutera]

I went today, pulled up, put car in nuetral, did not turn car off, wheel caught and I went through, put in drive and pulled out.

Yep, just like any other car.

 

[drshaws]

This made me think about cleaning the rear window and windshield in winter ... I'm so used to just doing it with the squeegee at the gas station, but it's not like Tesla leaves a bucket of washer fluid next to the superchargers.