2018 HONDA CLARITY PLUG IN HYBRID oil filter

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

477uu Maintenance Minder TM
u To Use Maintenance Minder TM
Continued
Maintenance
■ Maintenance Service Items 1 Maintenance Service Items
• Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub ItemsMain Item
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE Maintenance Main Items
A ●
Replace engine oil *1
and oil filter
0 ●
Inspect front and rear brakes ●
Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit ●
Inspect these items:
• Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system #
• Fuel lines and connections #
• Stay RR, RR Subframe
• Under body battery cover *2: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures.
This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 47,500 miles (75,000 km) or 3 years.
*4: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is
reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
*5: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).CODE Maintenance Sub Items
1 ●
Rotate tires
2 ●
Replace dust and pollen filter *2
3 ●
Replace transmission fluid *3
4 ●
Replace spark plugs ●
Inspect valve clearance
5 ●
Replace engine coolant
7 ●
Replace brake fluid *4
8 ●
Replace air cleaner element *518 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 477 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

478 uu Maintenance Minder TM
u To Use Maintenance Minder TM
Maintenance 1 Maintenance Service Items
• Adjust the valves during services A, 9, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.Canadian models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*3: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures.
This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 75,000 km (47,500 miles) or 3 years.
*4: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is
reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
*5: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE Maintenance Main Items
A ●
Replace engine oil *1
and oil filter CODE Maintenance Sub Items
1 ●
Rotate tires
2 ●
Replace dust and pollen filter *2
3 ●
Replace transmission fluid *3
4 ●
Replace spark plugs ●
Inspect valve clearance
5 ●
Replace engine coolant
7 ●
Replace brake fluid *4
8 ●
Replace air cleaner element *5
9 ●
Service front and rear brakes ●
Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit ●
Inspect these items:
• Tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Exhaust system #
• Fuel lines and connections #
• Stay RR, RR Subframe
• Under body battery cover18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 478 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

485uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil FilterYou must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the
engine's lubrication. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regularly.
Turning the power system on automatically starts the en gine if the High Voltage
battery charge level gauge shows one segment or less. 2 High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge P. 123
To start the engine, the vehicl e needs to be in HV Charge.2 HV Button P. 16
Change the oil and filter in accordance with the mainte nance message on the driver
information interface.
1. Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature, and then turn the
engine off.
u If necessary, drive the vehicle until the
engine turns on.
2. Open the hood and remove the engine oil
fill cap.
3. Remove the slotted head screws by
turning 90° counterclockwise on the
undercarriage and remove the under
cover. 1 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter NOTICE
You may damage the environment if you do not
dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you are
changing the oil by yourself , appropriately dispose of
the used oil. Put the oil in a sealed container and take
it to a recycling center. Do not throw the oil away
into a garbage can or onto the ground.18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 485 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

567 uu Specifications u
Information
■ Brake Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant Specified Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.23 US qt (2.11 L)
Recommended ·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1L)
Change including filter 3.5 US qt (3.3L)
Specified Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity 1.31 US gal (4.97 L)
(change including the remaining
0.14 US gal (0.52 L) in the reserve tank) ■ High Voltage Battery System Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant Specified Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Specified Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
■ Tire Regular Size 235/45R18 94V
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm 2
]) 36 (250 [2.5])
Wheel Size Regular 18 x 8J18 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 567 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers 120V AC (AC Level 1) ............................... 456
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator ................................................... 90
240V AC (AC Level 2) ............................... 459
A ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 437
Accessories and Modifications ................ 519
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 189
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 393
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ................................. 400
Indicator ................................................. 100
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 488
Engine Oil ............................................... 482
Washer ................................................... 493
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 482
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 182
Front Seats.............................................. 175
Head Restraints ....................................... 178
Mirrors.................................................... 173
Steering Wheel ....................................... 172
Temperature ........................................... 126
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 424
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 193
Changing the Mode................................ 195 Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 197
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 512
Sensors .................................................... 201
Synchronized Mode ................................. 198
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 193
Air Pressure ....................................... 500, 567
Airbags ........................................................ 54
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 60
Airbag Care ............................................... 68
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 61
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 57
Indicator .............................................. 66, 94
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 67
Sensors ...................................................... 54
Side Airbags .............................................. 63
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 65
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 243
Android Auto ............................................ 280
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 437
Indicator .................................................... 93
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 277
Armrest ..................................................... 182
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 207
Audio System .................................... 204, 210
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 236
Audio/Information Screen ........................ 211
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 219
Changing the Screen Interface ................. 233
Closing Apps ........................................... 235 Customizing the Meter............................ 219
Display Setup .......................................... 237
Error Messages ........................................ 284
General Information ................................ 288
Home Screen........................................... 225
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 238
Menu Customize ..................................... 234
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 264
Reactivating ............................................ 206
Recommended Devices............................ 290
Remote Controls ..................................... 207
Security Code .......................................... 206
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 238
Status Area ............................................. 232
Theft Protection ...................................... 206
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 290
USB Port.................................................. 205
Voice Control Operation.......................... 239
Wallpaper Setup...................................... 223
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 211
Authorized Manuals ................................ 576
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 149
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 435
Indicator............................................ 87, 435
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator............................................ 87, 435
Automatic Lighting .................................. 163
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 126
Average Fuel Economy Records .............. 129
Average Speed ......................................... 12718 CLARITY PHEV CSS-31TRW6000.book 579 ページ ２０１７年８月３１日　木曜日　午後２時４９分