2017 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC warning

482
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact an authorized Honda Clarity Electric
dealer or a roadside assi stant to have the vehicle
towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.
•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve
stem.
2. Remove the sealant/air hose from the
packaging.
3. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Injecting Sealant and Air1Injecting Sealant and Air
In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.
In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before
using.
The sealant can permanentl y stain clothing and other
materials. Be careful duri ng handling and wipe away
any spills immediately.
3WARNING
Tire sealant contains substances that are
harmful and can be fatal if swallowed.
If accidentally swallowed, do not induce
vomiting. Drink plenty of water and get
medical attention immediately.
For skin or eye contact, flush with cool
water and get medical attention if
necessary.
Valve Stem
Valve Cap
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
Sealant/Air Hose
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver information interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Remove Charger Connector message appearsRemoving a charge connector. Set the power
mode to ACCESSORY, then to ON.
The Low Battery Charge . Power Reduced. message appearsCharge the High Voltage battery.
2Charging P. 423
The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 98
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 149
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 496
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 507
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check al l fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 514
Check the Security
System Alarm
indicator.When the Security System Alarm in dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Security System Alarm P. 144
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 498
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498
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as the audio and lights. Turn off the
power system, then open the hood.
1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u If you use a booster battery, only use a
12-volt booster battery.
u When using an automotive battery
charger, select a charging voltage lower
than 15-volts. Check the charger manual
for the proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cable clips so that they do
not come off when the power system vibrates. Also
be careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow
the cable ends to touch eac h other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt Battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the power system from
starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
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501
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the driver
information interface when the pow er system temperature is high.
2Driver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages P. 98
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
u Change the gear position to
(P and set the parking brake. Turn off all
accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. Keep the power mode on, and wait until the message goes off.
u If the message does not go off, have th e vehicle inspected at an authorized
Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
an authorized Honda Cl arity Electric dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N when you
turn the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The power system cannot be turned on
unless the parking brake is set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 350
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 515
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Index
Gear Position Indicator...................... 85, 357
Gear Shift Positions
Transmission ........................................... 355
Glass (care) ....................................... 473, 475
Glove Box ................................................. 175
H
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 481
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) .............................. 309
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History..................................... 322
Displaying Messages ............................... 336
HFL Buttons ............................................ 309
HFL Menus.............................................. 312
HFL Status Display ................................... 311
In Case of Emergency ............................. 340
Limitations for Manual Operation............ 311
Making a Call ......................................... 330
Options During a Call.............................. 333
Phone Setup ........................................... 317
Phonebook Phonetic Modification........... 326
Receiving a Call....................................... 333
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ............. 334
Ring Tone ............................................... 321
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 335
Speed Dial .............................................. 323
To Set Up Text Messa ge/E-mail Options .. 320
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HD Radio
TM............................................... 229
Head Restraints ........................................ 168 Headlights
................................................. 153
Aiming .................................................... 454
Automatic Operation ............................... 154
Dimming ......................................... 153, 156
Operating ................................................ 153
Heated Door Mirror ................................. 160
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 181
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 309
High Beam Indicator .................................. 92
High Voltage Battery ............................... 436
Charging ................................................. 423
Energy Economy ...................................... 439
High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge ...................................................... 116
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 352
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 306
Honda Sensing
TM......................................... 31
HondaLink® ............................................... 255
I
Identification Numbers
Motor, and Transmission ......................... 522
Vehicle Identification ............................... 522
Immobilizer System .................................. 144
Indicator .................................................... 92
Indicators .................................................... 80
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 84, 502
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF).................... 95, 373
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 87 Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 81, 407
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 81, 407
Collision Mitigati
on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 96, 97
Deceleration Paddle Selector ..................... 86
ECON Mode .............................................. 93
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 88, 504
Gear Position............................................. 85
High Beam ................................................ 92
Immobilizer System ................................... 92
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 96, 390
Lights On .................................................. 92
Low Charge .............................................. 84
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 90, 398, 400
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) .. 82
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red)...................... 80, 81, 503, 505
POWER SYSTEM ........................................ 83
READY ...................................................... 84
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 94
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 44, 87
Security System Alarm ............................... 93
SPORT Mode ..................................... 93, 361
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 62, 88
System Message ........................................ 91
Transmission System.................................. 85
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 92
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® )
System ............................................ 89, 395
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 89, 396
Information .............................................. 519
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Index
O
Odometer................................................. 120
Open Source Licences .............................. 279
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 518
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 450
Power Windows...................................... 147
Trunk ...................................................... 141
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 149
Outside Temperature Display ................. 120
Overheating ............................................. 501
P
Painting the Vehicle ................................ 477
Pandora ®.................................................. 248
Panic Mode ............................................... 146
Parking ..................................................... 419
Parking Brake ........................................... 404
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) ........................................ 505
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 63
Passing Indicators ..................................... 153
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 253
POWER Button ......................................... 149
Power System Turning on .............................................. 350
POWER SYSTEM Indicator ......................... 83
Power Windows ....................................... 147 POWER/CHARGE Gauge
........................... 115
Precautions While Driving
Rain ......................................................... 353
Pregnant Women ....................................... 48
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 482
R
Radio (FM/AM).......................................... 229
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 233
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 231
Range ........................................................ 114
Range Display ........................................... 123
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 231
READY Indicator ......................................... 84
Rear Defogger Button .............................. 160
Rear Seats .................................................. 171
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 164
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative Braking ...................................................... 16
Regulations ....................... 400, 434, 462, 523
Remote Transmitter ................................. 135
Replacement Battery .................................................... 470
Bulbs ....................................................... 454
Fuses ............................................... 508, 510
Tires ........................................................ 465
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 456
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 524
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 120 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
......... 369
On and Off.............................................. 370
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 37
Safety Checklist .......................................... 41
Safety Labels ............................................... 78
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 42
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 47
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 44
Checking................................................... 49
Fastening .................................................. 45
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 72
Pregnant Women ...................................... 48
Reminder ............................................ 44, 87
Warning Indicator ............................... 44, 87
Seat Heaters .............................................. 181
Seats .......................................................... 166
Adjusting ................................................ 166
Front Seats .............................................. 166
Rear Seats ............................................... 171
Seat Heaters ............................................ 181
Security System ......................................... 144
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 92
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 93
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 69
Setting the Clock ...................................... 128
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