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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Washer Fluid
(Black Cap)
12-Volt BatteryBrake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Inverter Coolant
Expansion Tank
Engine Coolant
Reserve Tank
Engine Oil Fill Cap
Radiator Cap High Voltage
Battery System
Coolant
Expansion Tank
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer 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 Hond a Clarity Plug-In Hybrid
dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn brake
pads as soon as possible.
Brake Reserve Tank
MAX
MIN
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, slow the vehicle
using the deceleration paddle selector.
■Reason for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and ha ve your vehicle checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity Plug-I n Hybrid dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Honda
Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In
Hybrid dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 552
U.S.
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
■ Engine Specifications
ModelCLARITY PLUG-IN HYBRID
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.9 – 15.7 oz (395 – 445 g)
Lubricant TypeSE-A2 (POE)
Quantity 8.54 – 10.4 cu-in (140 – 170 cc)
Displacement91.4 cu-in (1,498 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKAR7C11H
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 7.0 US gal (26.5 L)
Tank Capacity1.43 US qt (1.35 L)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Front Turn Signal LightsLED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Parking/Daytime Running LightsLED
Taillights/Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Brake LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up LightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Lights LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Interior LightsFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVanity Mirror Lights1.4 WCenter Console LightLEDGlove Box LightLEDFront Foot Lights*LEDTrunk LightLEDIllumination Lamp
(inside Charge Lid)LED
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda 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 Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.31 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
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Tire
RegularSize235/45R18 94VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Wheel Size Regular 18 x 8J
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Index
B
Battery...................................................... 469
12-Volt ................................................... 510
12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator ......................................... 90, 548
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ...................... 511
Charging (High Voltage Battery).............. 457
High Voltage........................................... 469
Jump Starting ......................................... 541
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) ................................................. 510
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 512
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 47
Beverage Holders ..................................... 187
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 267
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®.................... 337
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 81
Brake System ............................................ 434
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 440
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 438
Brake Assist System................................. 441
Fluid ....................................................... 494
Foot Brake .............................................. 436
Indicator (Amber) .............................. 88, 552
Indicator (Red) .................... 86, 87, 550, 552
Parking Brake.......................................... 434
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ........................................... 88, 552
Brake System (Red) Indicator ............................. 86, 87, 550, 552 Bulb Replacement
.................................... 496
Front Turn Signal and Front Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 496
Headlights ............................................... 496
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 497
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 496
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 497
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 497
Taillights/Rear Side Marker, Brake and
Rear Turn Signal Lights .......................... 497
Bulb Specifications ................................... 568
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 82
Carrying Cargo .................................. 373, 375
Certification Label .................................... 570
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 496
Charge Lid ......................................... 460, 463
Charge Lid Release Button ............... 459, 462
Charge Timer Setting ............................... 470
Charging (High Voltage Battery) ............. 457
120V AC (AC Level 1) .............................. 459
240V AC (AC Level 2) .............................. 462
Cannot Start Charging ............................ 466
Charge Indicator (vehicle side) ................. 468
Charge Lid ....................................... 460, 463
Charging Cable Bag ................................ 459
Charging Connector ........................ 460, 463
Control Box ............................................. 464
High Voltage Battery ............................... 469 Timer ...................................................... 470
Charging Cable Bag ................................. 459
Charging Connector ......................... 460, 463
Charging System Indicator ................. 90, 548
Child Safety ................................................. 69
Childproof Door Locks............................. 148
Child Seat .................................................... 69
Booster Seats ............................................ 81
Child Seat for Infants................................. 71
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 72
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 76
Larger Children ......................................... 80
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 71
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 73
Using a Tether ........................................... 78
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 148
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 517
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 515
Climate Control System ............................ 193
Changing the Mode ................................ 195
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 197
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 514
Sensors ................................................... 201
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 193
Clock .......................................................... 136
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 442
Coat Hook ................................................. 190
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Index
FluidsBrake ...................................................... 494
Coolant .......................................... 490, 492
Transmission ........................................... 494
Windshield Washer ................................. 495
FM/AM Radio ........................................... 243
Foot Brake ................................................ 436
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 57
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 191
Front Seats ................................................ 175
Adjusting ................................................ 175
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 396
Fuel ..................................................... 33, 454
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 472
Gauge .................................................... 121
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 127
Range ..................................................... 121
Recommendation.................................... 454
Refueling ................................................ 454
Requirement ........................................... 568
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 472
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 33, 455
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 33, 455
Fuses ......................................................... 555
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 562
Locations ........................................ 555, 558
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 472 Information ............................................. 454
Refueling ................................................. 454
Gauges ...................................................... 121
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 91, 386
Gear Shift Positions
Transmission ............................................ 384
Glass (care) ........................................ 516, 518
Glove Box .................................................. 185
H
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 523
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ............................... 337
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 350
Displaying Messages ................................ 364
HFL Buttons ............................................. 337
HFL Menus .............................................. 340
HFL Status Display ................................... 339
In Case of Emergency .............................. 368
Limitations for Manua l Operation ............ 339
Making a Call .......................................... 358
Options During a Call .............................. 361
Phone Setup ............................................ 345
Phonebook Phonetic M odification ........... 354
Receiving a Call ....................................... 361
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message .............. 362
Ring Tone ................................................ 349
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 363
Speed Dial ............................................... 351
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message Options ... 348 Hazard Warning Button
.............................. 6
HD Radio
TM............................................... 243
Head Restraints ........................................ 178
Headlights ................................................. 162
Aiming .................................................... 496
Automatic Operation............................... 163
Dimming ......................................... 162, 165
Operating................................................ 162
Heated Door Mirror Button ..................... 169
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 191
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)............................... 337
High Beam Indicator .................................. 97
High Voltage Battery ............................... 469
Charging ................................................. 457
High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge ...................................................... 123
High-Voltage Battery Monitoring System .. 2
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 381
Home Screen ............................................. 225
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 334
Honda App License Agreement .............. 291
Honda Sensing
TM........................................ 34
HondaLink ®............................................... 269
HV Button ................................................... 16
HV Charge ................................................... 17
HV Charge Indicator ................................... 89
HV Indicator ................................................ 89
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Index
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt)................. 548
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 91
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 138
Lower Anchors ........................................... 74
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 375
M
Maintenance............................................ 473
12-Volt Battery ....................................... 510
Brake Fluid .............................................. 494
Cleaning ................................................. 515
Climate Control System .......................... 513
Coolant .......................................... 490, 492
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 477
Oil .......................................................... 485
Precautions ............................................. 474
Radiator .................................................. 491
Remote Transmitter ................................ 512
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 496
Safety ..................................................... 475
Service Items ........................................... 479
Tires........................................................ 501
Transmission Fluid ................................... 494
Under the Hood ...................................... 482
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..................... 90
Map Lights ................................................ 184
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 375
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 121 Mirrors
....................................................... 173
Adjusting ................................................. 173
Door........................................................ 174
Exterior .................................................... 174
Interior Rearview ..................................... 173
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 521
Motor ........................................................ 570
Jump Starting .......................................... 541
MP3 ........................................................... 264
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 452
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 570
O
Odometer.................................................. 126
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 484
Adding .................................................... 486
Checking ................................................. 485
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 477
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 484
Viscosity .................................................. 484
Warning .................................................. 547
Open Source Licenses ............................... 305
Opening Trunk .............................................. 150, 566
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 483
Power Windows ...................................... 156 Trunk ...................................................... 150
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ....................................... 158
Outside Temperature Display .................. 126
Overheating .............................................. 544
P
Pandora®................................................... 262
Panic Mode ............................................... 155
Parking ...................................................... 450
Parking Brake ........................................... 434
Parking Brake and Brake
System Indicator (Red) ....... 86, 87, 550, 552
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 67
Passing Indicators ..................................... 162
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ........................ 267
POWER Button ......................................... 158
Power Flow Monitor ................................ 132
Power System Turning on .............................................. 378
POWER SYSTEM Indicator .......................... 88
Power Windows ....................................... 156
POWER/CHARGE Gauge ........................... 122
Precautions While Driving Rain ........................................................ 382
Pregnant Women ....................................... 52
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 524
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