2019 HONDA CLARITY PLUG-IN emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 69Safety Labels P. 83
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 150 Security System P. 153 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 156
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 173 Adjusting the Seats P. 175
Climate Control System P. 193
Audio Error Messages P. 284 General Information on the Audio System P. 288
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 337
When Driving P. 378 Braking P. 434Parking Your Vehicle P. 450
Charging P. 457 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 472
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 482 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 496
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 501 12-Volt Battery P. 510 Remote Transmitter Care P. 512
Accessories and Modifications P. 521
Power System Won’t Start P. 537 Jump Starting P. 541 Overheating P. 544
Fuses P. 555 Emergency Towing P. 563
When You Cannot Open the Charge Lid P. 565 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 566
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 571 Reporting Safety Defects P. 572
Authorized Manuals P. 577 Customer Service Information P. 578
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 41
Instrument PanelP. 85
ControlsP. 135
FeaturesP. 203
DrivingP. 371
MaintenanceP. 473
Handling the UnexpectedP. 523
InformationP. 567
IndexP. 580
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 523)
Flat Tire (P 524)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 547)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t Start
(P 537)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 555)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 544)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power system cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 563)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 563
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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....... 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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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
4. Recheck the air pressure using the sealant/
air hose on the compressor.
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR
*1, AIR
ONLY*2, AIR SEULEMENT*2.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 533
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The
leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 563
•36 psi (250 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes
or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station after 10 minutes,
stop in a safe place and check the tire
pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minute driving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
U.S.
Canada
Sealant/Air Hose
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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 Clarity Plug-In Hybrid
dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N when you
turn 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. 378
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. 563
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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 Plug-In Hybrid dealer or a
professional towing service.
Hook
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Index
Timer......................................................... 470
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 428
Indicator ........................................... 96, 553
Tires .......................................................... 501
Air Pressure..................................... 502, 569
Chains .................................................... 509
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 501
Flat Tire (Puncture) .................................. 524
Inspection ............................................... 501
Labeling .................................................. 502
Regulations ............................................. 504
Rotation.................................................. 508
Summer .................................................. 509
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 525
Wear Indicators....................................... 506
Winter .................................................... 509
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 377
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 377
Emergency .............................................. 563
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 428
Transmission ............................... 31, 383, 384
Creeping................................................. 383
Fluid ....................................................... 494
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 91, 386
Indicator ................................................... 92
Number .................................................. 570
Operating the Shift Button ................ 31, 386
Shifting ................................................... 384
Warning Message ............................. 92, 554 Trip Meter
................................................. 126
Troubleshooting ....................................... 523
Blown Fuse ...................................... 555, 558
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 37
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 37
Cannot Start Charging ............................ 466
Emergency Towing .................................. 563
Flat Tire/Puncture ..................................... 524
Noise When Braking .................................. 39
Overheating ............................................ 544
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 537
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 37, 148
Unable to Open the Charge Lid ............... 565
Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door .......... 564
Warning Indicators .................................... 86
Trunk ......................................................... 150
Lid ........................................................... 150
Light Bulbs .............................................. 568
Unable to Open ....................................... 566
Turn Signals .............................................. 161
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 97
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 127
Turning on the Power .............................. 378
Does Not Activate .................................... 537
Jump Starting .......................................... 541
U
Under-Floor Storage Area ........................ 190
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 139 Unlocking the Fron
t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 25, 146
USB Flash Drives ............................... 264, 290
USB Ports ................................................... 205
Using the Smart Entr y with Push Button
Start System ............................................ 139
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 570
Vehicle Monitoring System .......................... 2
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)................ 425
Off Button............................................... 426
Off Indicator...................................... 95, 426
System Indicator ................................ 95, 425
Viscosity (Oil) ............................................ 484
Voice Control Operation .......................... 239
Audio Commands ................................... 241
Climate Control Commands .................... 242
General Commands ................................ 242
Music Search Commands ........................ 242
On Screen Commands............................. 242
Phone Commands ................................... 241
Useful Commands ................................... 241
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 240
Voice Recognition ................................... 239
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®)................ 425
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