2017 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC overheating

Contents
Child Safety P. 65Safety Labels P. 78
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 141 Security System P. 144 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 147
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 164 Adjusting the Seats P. 166
Climate Control System P. 183
Audio Error Messages P. 270 General Information on the Audio System P. 274
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 309
When Driving P. 350 Braking P. 404Parking Your Vehicle P. 419
Energy Economy P. 439
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 449 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 454
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 459 12-Volt Battery P. 468 Remote Transmitter Care P. 470
Accessories and Modifications P. 478
Power System Won’t Start P. 495 Jump Starting P. 498 Overheating P. 501
Emergency Towing P. 515 When You Cannot Open the Charge Lid P. 516
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 518
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 523 Reporting Safety Defects P. 524
Customer Service Information P. 528
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 37
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 127
FeaturesP. 191
DrivingP. 343
MaintenanceP. 441
Handling the UnexpectedP. 481
InformationP. 519
IndexP. 530
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Quick Reference Guide
33
Handling the Unexpected (P 481)
Flat Tire (P 482)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 502)
●Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t Start
(P 495)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 508)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 501)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power system cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 515)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provid e the best combination of hand ling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ifications page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, advers ely affect handling and energy economy,
and are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride ha rshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips , use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires. Even tires in good condition can lose 1–2 psi (10–20 kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm
2)
per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tr ead. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire . Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer check the
wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 464
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 398
Have an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer
check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while
driving. New tire s and any that have been removed
and reinstalled should be properly balanced.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
If a Tire Goes FlatTemporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 482
Handling of the Jack ......................... 494
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 495
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 496
Emergency Power System Off........... 497
Jump Starting .................................... 498
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 501 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 502
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 503
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 504If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 505
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 506 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message .... 507
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 508
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 514
Emergency Towing ........................... 515
When You Cannot Open the Charge
Lid ................................................. 516
When You Cannot Disengage the Charging
Connector.................................................517When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 518
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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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Index
Coolant...................................................... 451
Overheating............................................. 501
Creeping (Transmission) ........................... 354
Cup Holders ............................................... 177
Customer Service Information ................. 528
Customized Features ........................ 126, 280
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 156
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 498
Deceleration Paddle Selector ................... 362
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 187
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 523
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 153
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 164
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 152
Display Button .......................................... 199
Door Mirrors ............................................. 165
Doors ......................................................... 129
Auto Door Locking .................................. 140
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 140
Door Open Message .................................. 41
Keys ........................................................ 129
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................... 23, 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 131
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 136 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 462
Driver Information Interface ................... 118
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 57
Driving ...................................................... 343
Braking ................................................... 404
Shifting Gear ........................................... 355
Transmission ........................................... 354
Turning on the Power.............................. 350
Driving Position Memory System ............ 161
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 471
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 18
Eco Drive Display/Drive Cycle Score/ Lifetime Points ........................................ 124
ECON Button ............................................ 365
Elapsed Time ............................................. 121
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 88, 504
Electric Vehicle Precautions ....................... 13
Electricity Consumption and Driving Range ........................................................ 17
Electricity Consumption Indicator
(ENERGY USAGE) .................................... 117
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 395
Emergency ................................................ 515
Energy Instant Energy Economy .......................... 121
Range ..................................................... 114
Energy Economy ....................................... 439 EPS (Electric Power Steering) System
........ 88
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 165
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 474
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 165
F
Features.................................................... 191
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 471
Flat Tire ..................................................... 482
Floor Mats ................................................ 473
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 452
Coolant .................................................. 451
Transmission ........................................... 452
Windshield Washer ................................. 453
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 229
Foot Brake ................................................ 406
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 53
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 181
Front Seats ................................................ 166
Adjusting ................................................ 166
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 367
Fuses ......................................................... 508
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 514
Locations ........................................ 508, 510
G
Gauges ...................................................... 114
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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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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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