2019 HONDA CLARITY PLUG IN HYBRID engine oil

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 473)
Under the Hood (P 482)
● 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 496)
● Inspect all lights regularly.Wiper Blades (P 498)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 501)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.19 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 35 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９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.19 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 82 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９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. 510●
Appears along with the battery charging syst em
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. 548●
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. 547●
Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
ab normally high. 2 Overheating P. 544●
Appears when the engine coolant temperature is
n ear its upper limit. ●
Drive slowly to prevent overheating.●
Appears if there is a pr oblem with the cooli ng
system. ●
Drive slowly to prevent ov erheating and have your
vehicle checked by an author ized Honda Clarit y Plug-In
Hybrid dealer as soon as possible.●
Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is no t
i nstalled. 2 Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 54919 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 104 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９分

472
Driving Fuel Economy and CO 2
EmissionsImproving Fuel Economy 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 accordance with the messages displayed on the
driver information interface.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil. 2 Recommended Engine Oil P. 484
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicl e 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 km19 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 472 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９分

473Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 474
Safety When Performing Maintenance...475
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 476
Maintenance Minder TM
..................... 477
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 482
Opening the Hood ........................... 483
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 484
Oil Check ......................................... 485
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 486
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...487 Engine Coolant ................................ 490
Cooling System ................................ 492
Transmission Fluid ............................ 494
Brake Fluid ....................................... 494
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 495
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 496
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 498
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 501
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 502
Tire Labeling .................................... 502
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 504 Wear Indicators ............................... 506
Tire Service Life ................................ 506
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 507
Tire Rotation .................................... 508
Winter Tires ..................................... 509
12-Volt Battery ................................. 510
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 512
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 513
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 515
Exterior Care.................................... 517
Accessories and Modifications ........ 52119 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 473 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９分

477Continued
Maintenance
Maintenance Minder TM
If the vehicle has maintenance items du e within 30 days, you will see the
Maintenance Minder messages appear on the driver information interface every
time you set the power mode to ON. The messages notify you wh en to bring your
vehicle to an authorized Honda Clarit y Plug-In Hybrid dealer for indicated
maintenance services.
To Use Maintenance Minder TM
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Press the (display/ information) button.
3. Press the / button to select the icon, and press the ENTER button.
■ Displaying the Maintenance Minder Information 1 Displaying the Maintena nce Minder Information
Based on the engine operati ng conditions and engine
oil conditions, the system calculates the remaining
days before the next serv ice is to be performed.
There is a list of maintena nce main and sub items you
can view on the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 479 / Button
Maintenance Item Code(s)
ButtonENTER Button19 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 477 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９分

479uu 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 *519 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 479 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９分

480 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 cover19 CLARITY PHEV-31TRW6100.book 480 ページ ２０１８年１０月２５日　木曜日　午後２時２９分