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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uAdding Engine Oil
Maintenance
Adding Engine Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten
it securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the
engine oil dipstick.1Adding Engine Oil
NOTICE
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark.
Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and
engine damage.
If any oil spills, wipe it away immediately. Spilled oil
may damage the engine compartment components.
Engine Oil Fill Cap
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
488
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)1Changing 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 Bolt
Washer
Oil Filter
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging 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.1Changing 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.
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523
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
If a Tire Goes FlatTemporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 524
Handling of the Jack ......................... 536
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 537
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 539
Emergency Power System Off........... 540
Jump Starting .................................... 541
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 544
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears .. 547
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 548
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ..................................... 549
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 550
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 551
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 552
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 553
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message .... 554
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 555
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 562
Emergency Towing ........................... 563
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 564
When You Cannot Open the Charge
Lid ................................................. 565
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 566
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the Warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.
2Oil Check P. 485
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact an authorized Honda Clarity
Plug-In Hybrid dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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555Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK),
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
There are three fuse boxes in the engine
compartment.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■Fuse box A
Located near the windshield washer
reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1BATTERY175 A
2
EPS70 A
ESB40 A
IG MAIN (SMART)30 A
ABS/VSA MOTOR40 A
WIPER MOTOR 130 A
ABS/VSA FSR40 A
−30 A
3
Engine EWP30 A
SUB FUSE BOX 2-130 A
SUB FUSE BOX 3-230 A
IG MAIN 230 A
4 IG COIL 15 A
5H/L LO MAIN15 A
6EVTC 20 A
7DTWP10 A
8 DBW 15 A
9VBU10 A
10 STOP LIGHT 7.5 A
11IGP15 A
12 FUSE BOX MAIN 1 60 A
FUSE BOX MAIN 2 40 A
FUSE BOX MAIN 3 50 A
H/L HI MAIN 30 A
SMALL MAIN 20 A
SUB FUSE BOX 4 (30 A) −30 A
WIPER MOTOR 2 30 A −30 A
−30 A
13HEATER MOTOR40 A
14 REAR DEFROSTER 40 A
15−−
16 BATT SNSR 7.5 A
17ES EWP15 A
18 A/C MAIN/DRL 10 A
19ES VLV7.5 A
20 HORN 10 A
21BACK UP10 A
22 AUDIO 15 A
23IGPS (LAF)10 A
24 R H/L LO 7.5 A
25L H/L LO7.5 A
26 IGPS 10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
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582
Index
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) .................................................. 442
Console Compartment ............................. 186
Control Box ............................................... 464
Controls ..................................................... 135
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 490
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 491
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 490
Overheating............................................. 544
Coolant (High Voltage Battery and Inverter) ................................................... 492
Creeping (Transmission) ........................... 383
Cup Holders ............................................... 187
Customer Service Information ................. 578
Customized Features ........................ 133, 306
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 165
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 541
Deceleration Paddle Selector ................... 392
Deceleration Paddle Sele ctor Indicator ....... 91
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 197
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 571
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 162
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 173
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 485
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 161
Display Button .......................................... 211 Door Mirrors
............................................. 174
Doors ......................................................... 137
Auto Door Locking .................................. 149
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 149
Door Open Message.................................. 46
Keys ........................................................ 137
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 25, 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 139
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 145
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 504
Drive Cycle Score/Lifetime Points ............ 131
Driver Information Interface ................... 124
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 61
Driving ...................................................... 371
Braking ................................................... 434
Shifting Gear ........................................... 384
Transmission ........................................... 383
Turning on the Power.............................. 378
Driving Position Memory System ............ 170
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 514
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 20
Eco Drive Display ...................................... 130
ECON Mode .............................................. 390
Elapsed Time ............................................. 127
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator.................................................... 94 Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
............ 425
Emergency ................................................ 563
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 573
Energy Flow Screen .................................. 215
Engine
Coolant .................................................. 490
Oil .......................................................... 484
Engine Coolant ........................................ 490
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 491
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 490
Overheating ............................................ 544
Engine Oil ................................................. 484
Adding ................................................... 486
Checking ................................................ 485
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 484
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 94
EV Indicator ................................................ 89
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 82
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 174
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 517
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 174
F
Features.................................................... 203
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 514
Oil .......................................................... 487
Flat Tire ..................................................... 524
Floor Mats ................................................ 516
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585
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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