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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 471)
Under the Hood (P 480)
● Check engine oil, coolants and windshield washer fluid. Add
when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place. Lights (P 494)
● Inspect all lights regularly.Wiper Blades (P 496)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 499)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 35 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時 ４９分

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Safe Driving Exhaust Gas Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.
■ Have the exhaust system in spected for leaks whenever
• The exhaust system is m aking an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open,
open all the windows and set the climate control system as shown below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running. 1 Carbon Monoxide Gas
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately afte r starting the engine.
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WARNING Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 82 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時 ４９分

104 uu Indicators u Driver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel Message Condition Explanation●
Appears when there is a pr oblem with the sensor on
the 12-volt battery. ●
Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Honda
Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer. 2 Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 508●
Appears along with the battery charging system
indicator when the batte ry is not charging. ●
Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger to
reduce electricity consumption. 2 If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 546●
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low. ●
Appears while driving - Immediately stop in a safe
place. 2 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears P. 545●
Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high. 2 Overheating P. 542●
Appears when the engine coolant temperature is
near its upper limit. ●
Drive slowly to prevent overheating.●
Appears if there is a pr oblem with the cooling
system. ●
Drive slowly to prevent ov erheating and have your
vehicle checked by an author ized Honda Clarity Plug-In
Hybrid dealer as soon as possible.●
Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed. 2 Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 54718 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 104 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

447Continued
Driving
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped 1. Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. With the brake pedal depresse d, pull up the electric pa rking brake switch slowly,
but fully.
3. Change the gear position to ( P
.
4. Turn off the power system.
u The parking brake and brake system indi cator (red) goes off in about 15
seconds. 1 Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammabl e objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
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WARNING The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended
without confirming th at Park is engaged.
A vehicle that rolls away could cause a crash
resulting in serious injury or death.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that ( P
is shown
on the gear position indicator.
1 When Stopped NOTICE
The following can damage the driveline:
• Depressing the accelera tor and brake pedals
simultaneously.
• Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
• Changing into ( P
before the vehicle stops
completely.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 447 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

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Driving Charging Before Charging Check the following items before you start charging your vehicle.
• Make sure to use a dedicated and properly grounded circuit, that is rated for at
least 15 amps.
u Have an electrician inspect the outlet you are using to see if it meets these
criteria.
• Make sure you plug the charging cable dire ctly into the wall outlet dedicated to
vehicle charging.
u Do not use extension cords, adaptors , or multi-outlet plugs between the
charging cable and the outlet.
• Make sure the charging cable is fully uncoiled before use.
• Make sure the control box, charging connec tor, and charging cable are free from
any damage, including cracks or frays.
u If you find any damage to the devices, contact an authorized Honda Clarity
Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
• Make sure the charging conn ector and inlet are clean.
u If you find any contamination or foreig n object in the connector or inlet,
contact an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
• Make sure the charging cable is dry.
u Check that there is no water in the i mmediate area, and that your hands are
dry.
Note: Outlet needs to be in good shape. Worn or damaged outlet will not make
good contact with the plug. Ensure that the plug is fully inserted and does not come
out of the outlet after installation. A loose connection will cause excessive heat build
up within the plug and damage it.■ Safety Checklist 1 Charging
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WARNING Using a 120 volt wall outlet that is rated less
than 15 amps or one that is powering other
devices can cause a fire, seriously injuring
you or others.
When using the 120 volt charger, use a
dedicated and properly grounded circuit
rated 15 amps or more. Consult an
electrician if yo u are not sure.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 454 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

uu Charging u Charge the High Voltage battery using a Level 1 or 2 charger
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Driving 1. Put the transmission into ( P
and set the
power mode to OFF.
2. Press and hold the lid open button on the
remote transmitter, or press and hold the
charge lid release button on the dashboard.
u The lid opens.
u The illumination lamp inside the charge
lid comes on for a few minutes.
3. Open the trunk, and remove the bag.
4. Open the bag, and take the charging cable
out.
u Do not tie or coil the cable when in use.■ How to Charge (Level 1) 1 Charging
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WARNING Charging the High Vo ltage battery under
the following conditions is a potential
source of electric shock and fire, which can
result in serious injury or death:
• Charging the battery during an electric
storm.
• Using the charging cable near water or
handling with wet hands.
• Using a charger, whose case is broken or
cracked or whose cable is frayed or
damaged.
Never charge the vehi cle in any of the
above situations.
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WARNING Using a charger that is damaged or
modified can cause electrical shock and
fire, which can result in serious injury or
death.
Never disassemble or modify the charger. If
the charger becomes damaged, stop using
it and consult an authorized Honda Clarity
Plug-In Hybrid dealer.Charge Lid
Release
Button
Charging Cable Bag18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 456 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

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Driving
Fuel Economy and CO 2
EmissionsImproving Fuel Ec onomy and Reducing CO 2

Emissions Achieving fuel economy and reducing CO 2
emissions is dependent on several
factors, including driving conditions, load weight, idling time, driving habits, and
vehicle condition. Depending on these and other factors, you may not achieve the
rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accord ance with the messages displayed on the
driver information interface.
• Use the recommended viscosit y engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.■ Maintenance and Fuel Economy 1 Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO 2
Emissions
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/ Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 Liters of
fuel Kilometers
driven L per 100 km18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 469 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

471Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 472
Safety When Performing Maintenance...473
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 474
Maintenance Minder TM
..................... 475
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 480
Opening the Hood ........................... 481
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 482
Oil Check ......................................... 483
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 484
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...485 Engine Coolant ................................ 488
Cooling System ................................ 490
Transmission Fluid ............................ 492
Brake Fluid ....................................... 492
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 493
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 494
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 496
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 499
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 500
Tire Labeling .................................... 500
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 502 Wear Indicators ............................... 504
Tire Service Life ................................ 504
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 505
Tire Rotation .................................... 506
Winter Tires ..................................... 507
12-Volt Battery ................................. 508
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 510
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 511
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 513
Exterior Care.................................... 515
Accessories and Modifications ........ 51918 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 471 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分