2018 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC service

uuJump Starting u
516
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s power system has sta rted, remove the jumper cables in the
following order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or an authorized Honda
Clarity Electric dealer.
■What to Do After the Power System Starts1 What to Do After the Power System Starts
The indicators for the Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
system, VSA ® OFF, Collision Mitigation Braking
System
TM (CMBSTM), and low tire pressure/Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) may come on
along with a message in the driver information
interface when you turn the power system on after
reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h). The
indicator should go off. If it does not, have your
vehicle checked by 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 after
turning 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. 366
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. 531
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a flat bed truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing, such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
Do not use the hook on the rear of your vehicle for
the towing of other vehicles or emergency removal of
your vehicle. The hook may break.
If your vehicle needs to be towed backward, contact
an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer or a
professional towing service.
Hook
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 536
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Motor
Number, and Transmission Number .. 538
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 539
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 540
Warranty Coverages ........................ 541
Authorized Manuals ......................... 543
Customer Service Information ......... 544
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Information
Authorized Manuals
■Service Express
For electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to
Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
■For U.S. Owners
Manuals can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by
phone at 1 (800) 782-4356 (credit ca rd orders only), or online at www.helminc.com.
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Information
Customer Service Information
Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals who should be able to deal
with any problems you may encounter with your vehicle. If, however, you are faced
with a problem that they cannot resolv e to your satisfaction, contact Honda
Customer Services.
U.S. Owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Services
Mail Stop 100-5E-8A
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: 1 (800) 999-10091 Customer Service Information
When you call or write, please give us the following
information:
•Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
Motor Number, and Transmission
Number P. 538
•Date of purchase•Odometer reading of your vehicle
•Your name, address, and telephone number
•A detailed description of the problem•Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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uuCustomer Service Information u
Information
Requirements to access Pandora®
• Latest version of the Pandora app
installed on your Android, Blackberry, or
iPhone.
• Registered Pandora account (you can
create a free account at
www.pandora.com www.pandora.com/ > or on your
smartphone)
• Connection to the in ternet via Wi-Fi or
cellular data network.
■Disclaimer of Pandora ®Limitations
•Access to Pandora requires an active
internet connection
• Ability to access Pandora through this
system is subject to change without
notice
• Certain functionality of Pandora service is
not available when accessing the service
through this system including, but not
limited to, creating new stations, deleting
stations, emailing current stations,
buying tracks, viewing additional text
information, logging in to Pandora, and
adjusting Cell Network Audio Quality.
Pandora internet radio is a music service
not affiliated with HONDA. More
information is available at http://
www.pandora.com www.pandora.com/ >. Pandora, the
Pandora logo, and the Pandora trade
dress are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Pandora Media, Inc., used
with permission.
• Mobile access requires a smartphone
with an active data plan. Standard data
rates may apply.
• Pandora is only available in the United
States.
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Index
Coolant...................................................... 467
Overheating............................................. 517
Creeping (Transmission) ........................... 370
Cup Holders ............................................... 180
Customer Service Information ................. 544
Customized Features ........................ 128, 296
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 159
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 514
Deceleration Paddle Selector ................... 379
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 190
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 539
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 156
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 167
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 155
Display Button .......................................... 203
Door Mirrors ............................................. 168
Doors ......................................................... 131
Auto Door Locking .................................. 143
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 143
Door Open Message .................................. 43
Keys ........................................................ 131
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................... 25, 140
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 133
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 139 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 478
Driver Information Interface ................... 120
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 59
Driving ...................................................... 359
Braking ................................................... 420
Shifting Gear ........................................... 371
Transmission ........................................... 370
Turning on the Power.............................. 366
Driving Position Memory System ............ 164
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 487
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 20
Eco Drive Display/Drive Cycle Score/ Lifetime Points ........................................ 126
ECON Mode .............................................. 377
Elapsed Time ............................................. 123
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 90, 520
Electric Vehicle Precautions ....................... 15
Electricity Consumption and Driving Range ........................................................ 19
Electricity Consumption Indicator
(ENERGY USAGE) .................................... 119
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 411
Emergency ................................................ 531
Energy Instant Energy Economy .......................... 123
Range ..................................................... 116
Energy Economy ....................................... 456 EPS (Electric Power Steering) System
........ 90
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 168
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 490
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 168
F
Features.................................................... 195
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 487
Flat Tire ..................................................... 498
Floor Mats ................................................ 489
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 468
Coolant .................................................. 467
Transmission ........................................... 468
Windshield Washer ................................. 469
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 233
Foot Brake ................................................ 423
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 55
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 184
Front Seats ................................................ 169
Adjusting ................................................ 169
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 383
Fuses ......................................................... 524
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 530
Locations ........................................ 524, 526
G
Gauges ...................................................... 116
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