2018 HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC overheating

Contents
Child Safety P. 67Safety Labels P. 80
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 144 Security System P. 147 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 150
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 167 Adjusting the Seats P. 169
Climate Control System P. 186
Audio Error Messages P. 274 General Information on the Audio System P. 278
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 325
When Driving P. 366 Braking P. 420Parking Your Vehicle P. 436
Energy Economy P. 456
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 465 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 470
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 475 12-Volt Battery P. 484 Remote Transmitter Care P. 486
Accessories and Modifications P. 494
Power System Won’t Start P. 511 Jump Starting P. 514 Overheating P. 517
Emergency Towing P. 531 When You Cannot Open the Charge Lid P. 532
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 534
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 539 Reporting Safety Defects P. 540
Customer Service Information P. 544
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 39
Instrument PanelP. 81
ControlsP. 129
FeaturesP. 195
DrivingP. 359
MaintenanceP. 457
Handling the UnexpectedP. 497
InformationP. 535
IndexP. 546
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 497)
Flat Tire (P 498)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 518)
●Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t Start
(P 511)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 524)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 517)
● 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 531)
●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 tread. 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. 480
•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. 414
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 ti re 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....... 498
Handling of the Jack ......................... 510
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 511
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 512
Emergency Power System Off........... 513
Jump Starting .................................... 514
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 517 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 518
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 519
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 520If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 521
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 522 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message .... 523
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 524
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 530
Emergency Towing ........................... 531
When You Cannot Open the Charge
Lid ................................................. 532
When You Cannot Disengage the Charging
Connector.................................................533When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 534
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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. 100
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 the vehicle inspected at an authorized
Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
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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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Index
Information............................................... 535
Instant Energy Consumption ................... 123
Instrument Panel ........................................ 81
Interior Lights ........................................... 176
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 167
Inverter Coolant ........................................ 467
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 467
Overheating............................................. 517
iPod ............................................................ 245
J
Jacking Points ........................................... 510
Jump Starting ............................................ 514
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 132
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 139
Keys ........................................................... 131
Lockout Prevention .................................. 139
Number Tag ............................................ 132
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 142
Remote Transmitter ................................. 137
Types and Functions ................................ 131
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 404
LaneWatchTM............................................. 418
Language (HFL) ......................................... 327
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 72 Lights
................................................. 156, 470
Automatic ............................................... 157
Bulb Replacement ................................... 470
Daytime Running Lights........................... 159
High Beam Indicator .................................. 94
Interior .................................................... 176
Light Switches ......................................... 156
Lights On Indicator .................................... 94
Turn Signals ............................................ 155
Load Limits ................................................ 363
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 131
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 143
Childproof Door Locks............................. 142
From Inside ............................................. 140
From Outside .......................................... 133
Keys ........................................................ 131
Using a Key ............................................. 138
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 139
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) .................. 518
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 132
Lower Anchors ............................................ 72
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 363
M
Maintenance............................................. 457
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 484
Brake Fluid .............................................. 468
Cleaning ................................................. 488
Climate Control System ........................... 487 Coolant .................................................. 467
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 461
Precautions ............................................. 458
Remote Transmitter ................................ 486
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 470
Safety ..................................................... 459
Service Items ........................................... 463
Tires........................................................ 475
Transmission Fluid ................................... 468
Under the Hood ...................................... 465
Making Good Use of Your Honda Electric
Vehicle ...................................................... 12
Map Lights ................................................ 177
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 363
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 116
Mirrors ...................................................... 167
Adjusting ................................................ 167
Door ....................................................... 168
Exterior ................................................... 168
Interior Rearview ..................................... 167
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 494
Motor ........................................................ 538
Coolant .................................................. 467
Jump Starting ......................................... 514
MP3 ........................................................... 254
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 438
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 538
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Index
O
Odometer................................................. 122
Open Source Licences .............................. 295
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 534
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 466
Power Windows...................................... 150
Trunk ...................................................... 144
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel ....................................... 152
Outside Temperature Display ................. 122
Overheating ............................................. 517
P
Painting the Vehicle ................................ 493
Pandora ®.................................................. 252
Panic Mode ............................................... 149
Parking ..................................................... 436
Parking Brake ........................................... 420
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) ........................................ 521
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 65
Passing Indicators ..................................... 156
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 257
POWER Button ......................................... 152
Power System Turning on .............................................. 366
POWER SYSTEM Indicator ......................... 85
Power Windows ....................................... 150 POWER/CHARGE Gauge
........................... 117
Precautions While Driving
Rain ......................................................... 369
Pregnant Women ....................................... 50
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 498
R
Radio (FM/AM).......................................... 233
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 237
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 235
Range ........................................................ 116
Range Display ........................................... 125
RDS (Radio Data System) .......................... 235
READY Indicator ......................................... 86
Rear Defogger Button .............................. 163
Rear Seats .................................................. 174
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 167
Regenerative Energy and Regenerative Braking ...................................................... 18
Regulations ....................... 416, 451, 478, 539
Remote Transmitter ................................. 137
Replacement Battery .................................................... 486
Bulbs ....................................................... 470
Fuses ............................................... 524, 526
Tires ........................................................ 481
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 472
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 540
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................. 122 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
......... 385
On and Off.............................................. 386
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 39
Safety Checklist .......................................... 43
Safety Labels ............................................... 80
Safety Message ............................................. 3
Seat Belts .................................................... 44
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 49
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 46
Checking................................................... 51
Fastening .................................................. 47
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 74
Pregnant Women ...................................... 50
Reminder ............................................ 46, 89
Warning Indicator ............................... 46, 89
Seat Heaters .............................................. 184
Seats .......................................................... 169
Adjusting ................................................ 169
Front Seats .............................................. 169
Rear Seats ............................................... 174
Seat Heaters ............................................ 184
Security System ......................................... 147
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 94
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 95
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 71
Setting the Clock ...................................... 130
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