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uuJump Starting u
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 Fuel Cell dealer.
■What to Do After the Power System Starts
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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 Clarity Fuel Cell
dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after
turning the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position on the
instrument panel is lit and if the indicator
on the
(N button is lit or blinking.
u The power system cannot be turned on
unless the parking brake is set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 370
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. 526
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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 truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will da mage 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 Fuel Cell 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 .................................... 530
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Motor
Number, and Transmission Number .. 532
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 533
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 534
Warranty Coverages ........................ 535
Authorized Manuals ......................... 537
Customer Service Information ......... 538
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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. 532
•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
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator ......................................... 90, 513
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ...................... 478
High Voltage........................................... 419
Jump Starting ......................................... 506
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 477
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 479
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 48
Beverage Holders ..................................... 182
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 260
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 329
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 82
Brake System ............................................ 424
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 430
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 428
Brake Assist System................................. 431
Fluid ....................................................... 461
Foot Brake .............................................. 427
Indicator (Red) ........................................ 515
Parking Brake.......................................... 424
Brake System (Amber)
Indicator ................................................... 88
Brake System (Red) Indicator ..................................... 86, 87, 514
Brightness Control (Head-Up Display) .... 165
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 164
Bulb Replacement .................................... 463
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 464 Front Turn Signal and
Front Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 463
Headlights ............................................... 463
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 464
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 463
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 464
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 464
Taillights/Rear Side Marker, Brake and
Rear Turn Signal Lights .......................... 464
Bulb Specifications ................................... 530
C
Carrying Cargo.................................. 365, 367
Certification Label .................................... 532
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 463
Characteristics of Fuel Cell Vehicles .......... 11
Charging System Indicator ....................... 513
Child Safety ................................................. 70
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 144
Child Seat .................................................... 70
Booster Seats ............................................. 82
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 72
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 73
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 77
Larger Children .......................................... 81
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 72
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 74
Using a Tether ........................................... 79
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 144 Cleaning the Exterior
............................... 483
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 481
Climate Control System ............................ 188
Changing the Mode ................................ 190
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 192
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 480
Sensors ................................................... 196
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 188
Clock .......................................................... 132
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 432
Coat Hook ................................................. 185
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 432
Console Compartment ............................. 181
Controls ..................................................... 131
Coolant ..................................................... 459
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 460
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 459
Overheating ............................................ 509
Creeping (Transmission) ........................... 374
Cup Holders .............................................. 182
Customer Service Information ................. 538
Customized Features ........................ 126, 300
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 161
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 506
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