Does anyone know whether the HAH could run on gas only with the high voltage battery pack disconnected or removed? Is this approved by Honda?

My reason for asking is related to long-term use of the vehicle/resale value. If there are serious post-warranty problems with the hybrid system or battery pack, it is unlikely that owners will be willing to spend many thousands of dollars to do the necessary repairs on a vehicle already six or seven years old. Potential purchasers of a such a used vehicle would also balk at taking on this risk.

Honda seems to be silent on the matter. However, I've read on this site the HCH can run on gas alone, albeit with very limited performance. The HAH would have no performance problem with its 240hp gas engine. Honda would would certainly help its hybrid sales if potential owners knew that gas alone operation were possible. It would also be a clear advantage over competing systems such as Toyota's.