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uuWhen Driving uTransmission
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Driving
If there is a strong impact with something  under the vehicle, stop in a safe location. 
Check the underside of the vehicle for da mage or any fluid leaks, and contact an 
authorized Honda Clar ity Electric dealer.
Transmission
As with a conventional gasoline-powered  vehicle with an automatic transmission, 
this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly  depressed when stopped.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
1Precautions While Driving
Do not press the 
(N button, as you will lose 
regenerative braking (and ac celeration) performance.
Avoid hard braking for the  first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this  when the brake pads are 
replaced.
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Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have an authorized Honda Clarity Electric d ealer check the fluid level and replace if 
necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change  the transmission fluid yourself.
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the  MIN 
and  MAX  marks on the side of the reserve 
tank.
■Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1  (automatic transmission fluid)
Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other 
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF 
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and 
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage 
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that 
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered 
by Honda’s new vehi cle limited warranty.
1Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is  not compatible with your 
vehicle’s braking system and can cause extensive 
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should 
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed 
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake  fluid can cause corrosion 
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the 
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy 
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the  MIN mark, 
have an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer 
inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn brake pads as 
soon as possible.
Brake Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 1.85 US qt (1.75 L)
■ Coolant
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
■Tire
RegularSize235/45R18 94VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front36 (250 [2.5])Rear38 (260 [2.7])
Wheel Size Regular 18 x 8J
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Index
Instant Energy Consumption................... 121
Instrument Panel ........................................  79
Interior Lights ........................................... 173
Interior Rearview Mirror ..........................  164
Inverter Coolant ........................................ 451
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 451
Overheating............................................. 501
iPod ............................................................ 241
J
Jacking Points ........................................... 494
Jump Starting ............................................ 498
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 130
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 136
Keys ........................................................... 129
Lockout Prevention .................................. 136
Number Tag ............................................ 130
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 139
Remote Transmitter ................................. 135
Types and Functions ................................ 129
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 388
LaneWatchTM............................................. 402
Language (HFL) ......................................... 311
LATCH (Child Seats) ....................................  70 Lights
.................................................  153, 454
Automatic ...............................................  154
Bulb Replacement ...................................  454
Daytime Running Lights...........................  156
High Beam Indicator ..................................  92
Interior ....................................................  173
Light Switches .........................................  153
Lights On Indicator ....................................  92
Turn Signals ............................................  152
Load Limits ................................................  347
Locking/Unlocking ....................................  129
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking..................  140
Childproof Door Locks.............................  139
From Inside .............................................  137
From Outside ..........................................  131
Keys ........................................................  129
Using a Key .............................................  136
Lockout Prevention System .....................  136
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) ..................  502
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal  Strength ..................................................  130
Lower Anchors ............................................  70
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............  347
M
Maintenance.............................................  441
12-Volt Battery ........................................  468
Brake Fluid ..............................................  452
Cleaning .................................................  472
Climate Control System ...........................  471 Coolant ..................................................  451
Maintenance Minder
TM............................  445
Precautions .............................................  442
Remote Transmitter ................................  470
Replacing Light Bulbs ..............................  454
Safety .....................................................  443
Service Items ...........................................  447
Tires........................................................  459
Transmission Fluid ...................................  452
Under the Hood ......................................  449
Making Good Use of Your Honda Electric 
Vehicle ......................................................  10
Map Lights ................................................  174
Maximum Load Limit ...............................  347
Meters, Gauges ........................................  114
Mirrors ......................................................  164
Adjusting ................................................  164
Door .......................................................  165
Exterior ...................................................  165
Interior Rearview .....................................  164
Modifications (and Accessories) ..............  478
Motor ........................................................  522
Coolant ..................................................  451
Jump Starting .........................................  498
MP3 ...........................................................  250
Multi-View Rear Camera .........................  421
N
Numbers (Identification).........................  522
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