
uuWhen Driving uTransmission
374
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something  under the vehicle, stop in a safe location. 
Check the underside of the vehicle for da mage or any fluid leaks, and contact an 
authorized Hond a Clarity Fuel Cell dealer.
Transmission
As with a conventional gasoline-powered  vehicle with an automatic transmission, 
this vehicle will creep.
Keep the brake pedal firmly  depressed when stopped.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
1Precautions While Driving
Do not press the 
(N button, as you will lose 
regenerative braking (and ac celeration) performance.
Avoid hard braking for the  first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this  when the brake pads are 
replaced.
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell  dealer check the fluid level and replace 
if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change  the transmission fluid yourself.
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the  MIN 
and  MAX  marks on the side of the reserve 
tank.
■Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Specified fluid: Honda He avy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other 
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF 
DW-1 may adversely af fect the operation and 
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage 
the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that 
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered 
by Honda’s new vehicle limited warranty.
1 Brake Fluid
NOTICE
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is  not compatible with your 
vehicle’s braking system  and can cause extensive 
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should 
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed 
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion 
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the 
brake system flushed and re filled with Honda Heavy 
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN  mark, 
have an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer 
inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn brake pads as 
soon as possible.
Brake Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN
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Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 1.85 US qt (1.75 L)
■ Inverter  Coolant
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.81 US gal (3.05 L) 
(change including the remaining 
0.21 US gal (0.80 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSize235/45R18 94VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Wheel Size Regular 18 x 8J
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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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Index
Inverter Coolant........................................ 459
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 460
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 459
Overheating............................................. 509
iPod ............................................................ 248
J
Jacking Points ........................................... 502
Jump Starting ............................................ 506
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 134
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 141
Keys ........................................................... 133
Lockout Prevention .................................. 141
Number Tag ............................................ 134
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 144
Remote Transmitter ................................. 139
Types and Functions ................................ 133
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 405
LaneWatchTM............................................. 422
Language (HFL) ......................................... 331
LATCH (Child Seats) ....................................  75
Lights .................................................  158, 463
Automatic ...............................................  159
Bulb Replacement .................................... 463
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 161 High Beam Indicator ..................................  96
Interior ....................................................  178
Light Switches .........................................  158
Lights On Indicator ....................................  96
Turn Signals ............................................  157
Load Limits ................................................  367
Locking/Unlocking ....................................  133
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking..................  145
Childproof Door Locks.............................  144
From Inside .............................................  142
From Outside ..........................................  135
Keys ........................................................  133
Using a Key .............................................  140
Lockout Prevention System .....................  141
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) ..................  513
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal  Strength ..................................................  134
Lower Anchors ............................................  75
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............  367
M
Maintenance.............................................  449
12-Volt Battery ........................................  477
Brake Fluid ..............................................  461
Cleaning .................................................  481
Climate Control System ...........................  480
Coolant ...................................................  459
Maintenance Minder
TM............................  453
Precautions .............................................  450
Radiator ..................................................  460 Remote Transmitter ................................  479
Replacing Light Bulbs ..............................  463
Safety .....................................................  451
Service Items ...........................................  455
Tires........................................................  468
Transmission Fluid ...................................  461
Under the Hood ......................................  457
Map Lights ................................................  179
Maximum Load Limit ...............................  367
Meters, Gauges ........................................  116
Mirrors ......................................................  170
Adjusting ................................................  170
Door .......................................................  171
Exterior ...................................................  171
Interior Rearview .....................................  170
Modifications (and Accessories) ..............  487
Motor ........................................................  532
Coolant ..................................................  459
Jump Starting .........................................  506
MP3 ...........................................................  257
Multi-View Rear Camera .........................  442
N
Numbers (Identification).........................  532
O
Odometer.................................................  121
Open Source Licences ..............................  298
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