Cell Balancing
Cell balancing equalises the charge of cells in a battery.
What is Cell Balancing?
It prevents weak cells limiting capacity. It often happens at high charge. Passive and active methods exist. Passive balancing burns off a small amount of energy from the fullest cells as heat, while active balancing moves energy to weaker cells. Balancing usually happens when the battery is near full and the car is plugged in. Severe imbalance can reduce range and trigger warnings.
How it works
The BMS bleeds or transfers charge.
Why it matters for your car
Occasional full charges may help balancing. Follow manufacturer advice.
Other terms
- ADAS Calibration
- Alloy Wheel
- Balance Shaft
- Car Segments (A To F)
- Charging Etiquette
- CV Boot
- Depreciation (Value Loss)
- European Accident Statement
- Fuel Rail
- Paint Thickness Gauge
- Power Mirror
- Quick Detailer
- Reversing Light (Backup Light)
- Seatbelt Load Limiter
- Side Marker Lights
- Tail Light (Rear Light Cluster)
- Third Brake Light (High-level Brake Light)
- Timing Chain
- Tread Depth
- Unit Injector (Pump Injector)