2018 HONDA CLARITY PLUG IN HYBRID check oil

484 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Adding Engine Oil
Maintenance Adding Engine Oil 1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick. 1 Adding Engine Oil NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil
may damage the engine compartment components.
Engine Oil Fill Cap18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 484 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
486
Maintenance 4. Remove the drain bolt and washer from
the bottom of the engine, and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.5 US qt (3.3 L) 1 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wr ench from an authorized
Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Drain BoltWasher
Oil Filter18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 486 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

487uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil. 1 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 487 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

521Handling the Unexpected This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 522
Handling of the Jack ......................... 534
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure ................... 535
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is
Weak .......................................... 537
Emergency Power System Off........... 538
Jump Starting .................................... 539
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 542
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears .. 545 If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 546
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ..................................... 547
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ....................................... 548
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 549
If the Brake System Indicator (Red)
Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 550 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 551
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message .... 552
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 553
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 560
Emergency Towing ........................... 561
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 562
When You Cannot Open the Charge
Lid ................................................. 563
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 56418 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 521 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

545
Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Low Oil Pressu re Warning Appears ■ Reasons for the Warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■ What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■ What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.2 Oil Check P. 483
3. Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact an authorized Honda Clarity
Plug-In Hybrid dealer for repairs. 1 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 545 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

553 Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Fuses Fuse Locations If any electrical device s are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK),
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
There are three fuse boxes in the engine
compartment.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■ Fuse box A
Located near the windshield washer
reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.■ Engine Compartment Fuse
Box
Tab ■ Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected Amps
1 BATTERY 175 A
2 EPS 70 A
ESB 40 A
IG MAIN (SMART) 30 A
ABS/VSA MOTOR 40 A
WIPER MOTOR 1 30 A
ABS/VSA FSR 40 A
− 30 A
3 Engine EWP 30 A
SUB FUSE BOX 2-1 30 A
SUB FUSE BOX 3-2 30 A
IG MAIN 2 30 A
4 IG COIL 15 A
5 H/L LO MAIN 15 A
6EVTC 20 A
7 DTWP 10 A
8 DBW 15 A
9 VBU 10 A
10 STOP LIGHT 7.5 A
11 IGP 15 A 12 FUSE BOX MAIN 1 60 A
FUSE BOX MAIN 2 40 A
FUSE BOX MAIN 3 50 A
H/L HI MAIN 30 A
SMALL MAIN 20 A
SUB FUSE BOX 4 (30 A)
−30 A
WIPER MOTOR 2 30 A
−30 A
−30 A
13 HEATER MOTOR 40 A
14 REAR DEFROSTER 40 A
15 − −
16 BATT SNSR 7.5 A
17 ES EWP 15 A
18 A/C MAIN/DRL 10 A
19 ES VLV 7.5 A
20 HORN 10 A
21 BACK UP 10 A
22 AUDIO 15 A
23 IGPS (LAF) 10 A
24 R H/L LO 7.5 A
25 L H/L LO 7.5 A
26 IGPS 10 A Circuit Protected Amps18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 553 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

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Index
Control Box .............................................. 461
Controls .................................................... 135
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 488
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 489
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 488
Overheating ............................................ 542
Creeping (Transmission) .......................... 381
Cup Holders .............................................. 187
Customer Service Information ................ 577
Customized Features ....................... 133, 306
D Daytime Running Lights .......................... 165
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 539
Deceleration Paddle Selector .................. 390
Deceleration Paddl e Selector Indicator....... 91
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 197
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 569
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 162
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 173
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 483
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 161
Display Button .......................................... 211
Door Mirrors ............................................. 174
Doors ........................................................ 137
Auto Door Locking.................................. 149
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 149
Door Open Message ................................. 46 Keys ........................................................ 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside............................................... 25, 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 139
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 145
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 502
Drive Cycle Score/Lifetime Points ............ 131
Driver Information Interface ................... 124
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 61
Driving ....................................................... 369
Braking .................................................... 431
Shifting Gear ........................................... 382
Transmission ............................................ 381
Turning on the Power .............................. 376
Driving Position Memory System ............. 170
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 512
E Eco Assist ® System ...................................... 20
Eco Drive Display ...................................... 130
ECON Mode .............................................. 388
Elapsed Time ............................................. 127
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator .................................................... 94
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 422
Emergency ................................................ 561
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 572
Energy Flow Screen .................................. 215 Engine
Coolant ................................................... 488
Oil ........................................................... 482
Engine Coolant ......................................... 488
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 489
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 488
Overheating ............................................ 542
Engine Oil ................................................. 482
Adding .................................................... 484
Checking................................................. 483
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 482
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 94
EV Indicator ................................................ 89
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 82
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 174
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 515
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 174
F Features .................................................... 203
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 512
Oil ........................................................... 485
Flat Tire ..................................................... 522
Floor Mats ................................................. 514
Fluids
Brake ...................................................... 492
Engine Coolant ....................................... 488
Transmission ........................................... 492
Windshield Washer ................................. 49318 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 581 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

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Index Lower Anchors ............................................ 74
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) .............. 373
M Maintenance ............................................. 471
12-Volt Battery ........................................ 508
Brake Fluid............................................... 492
Cleaning .................................................. 513
Climate Control System ........................... 511
Coolant ................................................... 488
Maintenance Minder TM
............................ 475
Oil ........................................................... 483
Precautions .............................................. 472
Radiator................................................... 489
Remote Transmitter ................................. 510
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 494
Safety ...................................................... 473
Service Items............................................ 477
Tires ........................................................ 499
Transmission Fluid.................................... 492
Under the Hood....................................... 480
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...................... 90
Map Lights ................................................ 184
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 373
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 121
Mirrors ....................................................... 173
Adjusting ................................................. 173
Door ........................................................ 174
Exterior .................................................... 174
Interior Rearview...................................... 173 Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 519
Motor ........................................................ 568
Jump Starting .......................................... 539
MP3 ........................................................... 264
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 449
N Numbers (Identification) .......................... 568
O Odometer ................................................. 126
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 482
Adding .................................................... 484
Checking................................................. 483
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 475
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 482
Viscosity .................................................. 482
Warning .................................................. 545
Open Source Licences ............................... 305
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 564
Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 481
Power Windows ...................................... 156
Trunk ...................................................... 150
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 158
Outside Temperature Display .................. 126
Overheating .............................................. 542P Pandora ® .................................................. 262
Panic Mode ............................................... 155
Parking ..................................................... 447
Parking Brake ........................................... 431
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator (Red) ........................................ 550
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ....... 67
Passing Indicators ..................................... 162
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ....................... 267
POWER Button ......................................... 158
Power Flow Monitor ................................ 132
Power System
Turning on .............................................. 376
POWER SYSTEM Indicator ......................... 88
Power Windows ....................................... 156
POWER/CHARGE Gauge .......................... 122
Precautions While Driving
Rain ........................................................ 380
Pregnant Women ....................................... 52
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 522
R Radiator .................................................... 489
Radio (FM/AM) ......................................... 243
Radio (SiriusXM ® ) ..................................... 247
Radio Data System (RDS) ......................... 245
Range ................................................ 121, 129
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 245
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 57218 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 584 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分