2017 HONDA CLARITY FUEL CELL Owner's Manual (in English)

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Driving
How to Refuel
1. Stop the vehicle with the hydrogen station
dispenser on the left side of the vehicle.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Set the power mode to OFF.
4. Press the hydrogen fuel lid release button
on the driver’s door to open the hydrogen
fuel lid.
5. Remove the dust cap from the hydrogen
fuel receptacle inside the hydrogen fuel lid.
6. Make sure to put the dust cap back on the
receptacle to prevent contamination.
2 How to Close the Dust Cap and the
Fuel Lid P. 424
1How to Refuel
The hydrogen fuel lid ope ns only when the power
mode is in OFF and the gear position is in
( P.
2 When You Cannot Unlock the Hydrogen
Fuel Lid P. 503
3WARNING
Hydrogen is flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured.
• Stop the motor, an d keep sparks and
flames away.
• Refuel only outdoors.
3WARNING
When refuelling, touc h something metal of
the vehicle, etc. to discharge static-buildup
from your body before opening the fuel lid.
Refueler must be a person who has
discharged static electricity from his/her
body.
If you re-enter the vehicle while refueling,
your body may become recharged; you
have to discharge the static-buildup from
your body again.
Hydrogen Fuel Lid
Release Button
Press
Hydrogen
Fueling NozzleHydrogen Fuel
Receptacle
Dust Cap
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1. Put the dust cap back on the hydrogen fuel receptacle.
2. Shut the hydrogen fuel lid by hand.
■How to Close the Dust Cap and the Fuel Lid1How to Refuel
NOTICE
Do not touch the hydrogen fu el receptacle other than
when refueling. Touching it carelessly may cause
damage.
The filling amount may depend on ambient
temperature.
It is normal to hear a whooshing sound during
refueling.
1 How to Close the Dust Cap and the Fuel Lid
If the hydrogen fuel lid is left open, the gear position
cannot be shifted from
( P, and Close Hydrogen
Fuel Lid message appears on th e driver information
interface.
2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 100
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Driving
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Achieving fuel economy is dependent on several factors, including driving
conditions, load weight, standby time, driving habits, and vehicle condition.
Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the rated fuel economy
of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accord ance with the messages displayed on the
driver information interface.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
Miles driven Kilogram
of fuel Miles per
Kilogram
Kilogram of fuel Kilometers per
Kilogram
Kilometers
driven
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 428
Safety When Performing Maintenance...429
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 430
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 431
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 435
Opening the Hood ........................... 436
Inverter Coolant ............................... 437
Transmission Fluid ............................ 439
Brake Fluid ....................................... 439 Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 440
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 441
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 443
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 446
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 447
Tire Labeling .................................... 447
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 449
Wear Indicators................................ 451
Tire Service Life ................................ 451
Tire and Wheel Replacement............ 452 Tire Rotation .................................... 453
Winter Tires ..................................... 454
12-Volt Battery ................................. 455
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 456
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 457
CleaningInterior Care .................................... 458
Exterior Care.................................... 460
Accessories and Modifications ........ 463
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc .), have your vehicle inspected by an
authorized Honda Clar ity Fuel Cell dealer. (Note, however, that service at an
authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 439
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 446
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 441
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 443
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 433
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 513
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
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Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safe ty precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether you should perform a given
task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames
away from the 12-volt battery, all High Volt age system, and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the motor or the surrounding parts can ignite them, causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a co mmercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and pr otective clothing when working with the 12-volt
battery or compressed air.
• The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.
u Make sure your vehicle is parked on le vel ground, the parking brake is set, and
the power system is turned off.
• Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
u Make sure to let the power system cool thoroughly before touching vehicle
parts.
• Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
u Do not activate the power system unless instructed to do so.
Keep your hands and limbs away from moving parts.
■Maintenance Safety
■Vehicle Safety
1Safety When Performing Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and
maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this owner’s manual.
3WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance
instructions and prec autions can cause you
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and
precautions in this owner’s manual.
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Maintenance
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service
The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and
servicing your vehicle. Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the
same high quality standards used in Honda vehicles.
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