Quote Originally Posted by Atlblkz06
I've never heard that one before, but it makes sense. I do own a hybrid, I wonder if there is a way I can confirm this. The car is an 09 Camry Hybrid.

When the car is "idling" with the motor off and the battery runs low, the engine will kick in for a minute or two to recharge. There is a very distinct jerk (no starter noise, or any electrical whirring) which confirms your theory. I wonder how its able to stop the crank at a precise location like that though.
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