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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Maintenance Item Code(s)
CODEMaintenance Items
0
●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiration date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Stay RR, RR Subframe
• Under body battery cover
1●Rotate tires
*1: 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.
*2: 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 31,250 miles.
*3: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 3 years after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid and replace air cleaner element every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Items
2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*1
3●Replace transmission fluid*2
7●Replace brake fluid*3
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have an authorized Honda Clarity Electric d ealer 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 Heavy 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 vehi cle limited warranty.
1Brake 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 Electric dealer
inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn brake pads as
soon as possible.
Brake Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Re gularly inspect your vehicle for scratches
on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you
find a scratch, pr omptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
If you need to lift the wiper arms away from the
windshield, first set the wiper arms to the
maintenance position. 2 Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber P. 474
Air Intake Vents
1Using an Automated Car Wash
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a convey or, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode. 2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 377
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
If a Tire Goes FlatTemporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 500
Handling of the Jack ......................... 512
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 513
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 514
Emergency Power System Off........... 515
Jump Starting .................................... 516
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 519 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 520
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 521
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ........................... 522If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 523
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 524 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message .... 525
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 526
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 532
Emergency Towing ........................... 533
When You Cannot Open the Charge
Lid ................................................. 534
When You Cannot Disengage the Charging
Connector.................................................535When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 536
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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver informatio n interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Remove Charger Connector message appearsRemoving a charge connector. Set the power
mode to ACCESSORY, then to ON.
The Low Battery Charge . Power Reduced. message appearsCharge the High Voltage battery.
2Charging P. 442
The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 100
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 152
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 514
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
Problem Apply Parking Brake When Parked message
appears.The power system can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 525
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check al l fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 532
Check the Security
System Alarm
indicator.When the Security System Alarm in dicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2 Security System Alarm P. 147
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 516
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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 Cl arity Electric dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after
turning the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position in the
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
u The power system cannot be turned on
unless the parking brake is set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 368
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. 533
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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 flat bed truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge 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 Electric 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.................................... 538
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Motor
Number, and Transmission Number .. 540
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 541
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 542
Warranty Coverages ........................ 543
Authorized Manuals ......................... 545
Customer Service Information ......... 546
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