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uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Safety Precautions
Continued
Safe Driving
■Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying 
close attention to the road, other vehicles , and pedestrians could lead to a crash. 
Remember, situations can change quickly, and  only you can decide when it is safe to 
divert some attention away from driving.
■Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash  injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher 
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious  injuries can also occur at lower speeds. 
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum 
speed posted.
■Keep your vehicle  in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition 
frequently, and perform all re gularly scheduled maintenance.
■Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle
Children, pets and people needing assistan ce left unattended in the vehicle may be 
injured if they activate one or more of the vehicle controls. They  may also cause the 
vehicle to move, resulting in a crash in wh ich they and/or another person(s) can be 
injured or killed. Also, depending on the am bient temperature, the temperature of 
the interior may reach extreme levels, which ca n result in harm or death. Even if the 
climate control system is on, never leave  them in the vehicle unattended as the 
climate control system can shut off at any time.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the dr iver information interface. Press the   (display/information) button to see the message 
again with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the vehicle cannot be driven.●Immediately stop in a safe place.
●Appears when the washer fluid gets low.●Refill the washer fluid.
2 Refilling Window Washer Fluid  P. 495
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due 
soon.
●Consequently, Service Due Now  and Service Past 
Due  follow.
2Warning Message and Maintenance Minder 
Information on the Driver Information Interface  
P. 478
●Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the 
smart entry system or push button starting system.●Appears constantly  - Have your vehicle checked by an 
authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
Canadian models
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uuBefore Performing Maintenance uSafety When Performing Maintenance
Continued
Maintenance
Safety When Performing Maintenance
Some of the most important safe ty precautions are given here.
However, we cannot warn you of every  conceivable hazard that can arise in 
performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether you should perform a given 
task.
• To reduce the possibility of fire or explos ion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames 
away from the 12-volt battery, all High Volt age system, and all fuel related parts.
• Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
u Heat from the engine and exhaust  can ignite them, causing a fire.
• To clean parts, use a co mmercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not 
gasoline.
• Wear eye protection and pr otective clothing when working with the 12-volt 
battery or compressed air.
• Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you.
u Only operate the engine if th ere is sufficient ventilation.
■Maintenance Safety
1Safety When Performing Maintenance
3WARNING
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or 
failing to correct a pr oblem before driving 
can cause a crash in which you can be 
seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and 
maintenance recommendations according 
to the schedules in  this owner’s manual.
3WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance 
instructions and prec autions can cause you 
to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and 
precautions in this owner’s manual.
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