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Quick Reference Guide
Ion Exchanger
An ion exchanger is installed in the fluid lines for the fuel cell in order to maintain the
insulation properties of the fuel cell insulating fluid (FC insulating fluid).
If the message Service Due Soon A appears on the driver information interface, ion
exchange filter replacement is necessary. Be sure to consult an authorized Honda Clarity
Fuel Cell dealer. 2 Indicators (P91)
Exhaust Pipe
Water is expelled from the tail pipe while the vehicle is running or while the High Voltage
battery is being charged. This also happens af ter the vehicle has been running or when you
shut down the FC system by setting the power mode to OFF. If you stand to the left rear of
the vehicle, you may be sprayed by this waste water.
Never drink water expelled from the pipe. Though this water is harmless, it is not suitable
for drinking.
While the vehicle is parked during cold temperatures, the FC system may automatically turn
on and discharge water from the ex haust pipe. If this water is discharged as a vapor, it may
appear as a white mist. This, however, is not indicative of a problem.
Do not obstruct or block the exhaust pi pe as the FC system may stop working.
Maintenance, Repair, and Disposal
Always consult an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer regarding maintenance, repair,
and disposal.
Fuel cells and High Voltage batteries that have been removed from disposed vehicles are
collected through authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealers. Do not dispose of those
batteries yourself.
WARNING
Do not directly touch any water emissions
from the exhaust pipe.
Water created during FC power generation
is discharged from the exhaust pipe in the
form of either liquid (water) or gas (steam).
Directly touching this water may cause
burns.
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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
POWER
SYSTEM
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the electric vehicle system
(Generating electric ity is stopped).
●Stop in a safe place and have your vehicle
checked by an author ized Honda Clarity
Fuel Cell dealer immediately.
2 Overheating P. 511
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the power system.●Your vehicle has less ability to accelerate
and may be harder to start on an incline.
●Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer
immediately.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the hydrogen leak detection
system.●Your vehicle has less ability to accelerate
and may be harder to start on an incline.
●Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer
immediately.
●Comes on when the ion filter
needs replacing.●Have the ion exchange r replaced by an
authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer
immediately.
2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 455
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Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•At each maintenance interval, check Fuel Cell
Insulating Fluid level and top up (to “Max” fill line)
with “Fuel Cell Insulating Fluid - 20% prediluted
formulation”
•Replace hydrogen ventil ation duct and drain,
hydrogen tank every 15 years without the
maintenance minder.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Maintenance Item Code(s)
CODEMaintenance Items
A
●Replace ion exchange filter
0●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check expiry date for Temporary Tire Repair Kit●Inspect these items: • Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
• Suspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA ®)
• All fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Stay RR, RR Subframe
• Exhaust Diluter
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace dust and pollen filter*1
3●Replace transmission fluid*2
5●Replace Fuel Cell Insulati ng Fluid - 50% prediluted
formulation*3
*1: 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.
*2: 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 31,250 miles.
*3: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 year after the display for item 5 is reset, change Fuel Cell Insulating Fluid with “Fuel Cell Insulating Fluid - 50% prediluted formulation”
every 12 years.
*4: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 3 years after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid and replace air cleaner element every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Items
7
●Replace brake fluid*4
●Replace air cleaner element*4
9●Inspect these items: • Hydrogen tank
• Hydrogen ventilation duct and drain
• Exhaust system
• Fuel lines and connections
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Maintenance
Climate Control System Maintenance
Air Conditioning
To ensure proper and safe operation, th e Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE
J2845) recommends that the refrigerant sy stem only be serviced by trained and
certified technicians.
Never repair or replace the air conditioning evaporator (cooling coil) with one
removed from a used or salvaged vehicle.
New replacement mobile air conditioning evaporators must be certified (and
labeled) as meeting SAE Standard J2842.
Dust and Pollen Filter
The climate control system is equipped wi th a dust and pollen filter that collects
pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance MinderTM messages will let
you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1Climate Control System Maintenance
NOTICE
Vented refrigerant is harmful to the environment.
To avoid refrigerant from venting, never replace the
evaporator with one re moved from a used or
salvaged vehicle.
Refrigerant in your vehicle’ s air conditioning system is
flammable and can be igni ted during servicing if
proper procedures are not followed.
The air conditioner labe l is found under the hood:
2 Safety Labels P. 85
2 Specifications P. 532
1Dust and Pollen Filter
Using an air freshener may reduce the deodorizing
effect of the dust and pollen filter, and may reduce its
life.
If the airflow from the climate control system
deteriorates noticeably, and the windows fog up
easily, the filter may need to be replaced. Please
contact an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer
for replacement.
The allerfree hi gh retention deodor ization filter
collects pollen and dust, has allergen treatment
ability and reduces exhaus t gas odor that may be
present in the air.
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Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................... 92
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .................. 433
Accessories and Modifications ................ 489
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 186
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 384
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow .......................... 101, 391
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 461
Washer ................................................... 464
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 179
Front Seats.............................................. 174
Head Restraints ....................................... 176
Mirrors.................................................... 172
Steering Wheel ....................................... 171
Temperature ........................................... 123
Agile Handling Assist ............................... 417
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System) .................................................... 190
Changing the Mode................................ 192
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 194
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 482
Plasmacluster .......................................... 196
Sensors ................................................... 198 Synchronization Mode ............................. 195
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 190
Air Pressure ....................................... 471, 533
Airbags ........................................................ 55
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 61
Airbag Care ............................................... 71
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 63
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 58
Indicator .............................................. 68, 95
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 69
Sensors ...................................................... 55
Side Airbags .............................................. 65
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 67
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 238
Android Auto
TM........................................ 275
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 433
Indicator .................................................... 94
Apple CarPlay
TM........................................ 272
Armrest ..................................................... 179
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 203
Audio System .................................... 200, 206
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 231
Audio/Information Screen ........................ 207
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 214
Changing the Screen Interface ................. 228
Closing Apps ........................................... 230
Customizing the Meter ............................ 214
Display Setup ........................................... 232
Error Messages ........................................ 279
General Information ................................ 283 Home Screen........................................... 220
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 233
Menu Customize ..................................... 229
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 259
Reactivating ............................................ 202
Recommended Devices............................ 285
Remote Controls ..................................... 203
Security Code .......................................... 202
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 233
Status Area ............................................. 227
Theft Protection ...................................... 202
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 285
USB Port.................................................. 201
Wallpaper Setup...................................... 218
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 207
Authorized Manuals ................................ 540
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 147
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 431
Indicator............................................ 89, 431
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator............................................ 89, 431
Automatic Lighting .................................. 161
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 123
Average Fuel Economy Records .............. 126
Average Speed ......................................... 124
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Index
B
Battery12-Volt .................................................... 479
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator .......................................... 92, 515
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ....................... 480
High Voltage ........................................... 422
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead ................... 508
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) .................................................. 479
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 481
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 48
Beverage Holders ...................................... 184
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 262
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 331
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 84
Brake System ............................................. 427
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 433
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 431
Brake Assist System ................................. 434
Fluid ........................................................ 463
Foot Brake ............................................... 430
Indicator (Red) ......................................... 517
Parking Brake .......................................... 427
Brake System (Amber)
Indicator .................................................... 90
Brake System (Red) Indicator ...................................... 88, 89, 516
Brightness Control (Head-Up Display) ..... 167
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 166Bulb Replacement
.................................... 465
Brake/Taillights and Rear Side Marker
Lights .................................................... 466
Front Turn Signal and Front Side Marker Lights .................................................... 465
Headlights ............................................... 465
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 466
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 465
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 466
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 466
Taillights/Rear Side Marker, Brake and
Rear Turn Signal Lights .......................... 466
Bulb Specifications ................................... 532
C
Carrying Cargo................................. 367, 369
Certification Label .................................... 534
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 465
Characteristics of Fuel Cell Vehicles .......... 11
Charging System Indicator ....................... 515
Child Safety ................................................. 72
Childproof Door Locks............................. 146
Child Seat .................................................... 72
Booster Seats ............................................ 84
Child Seat for Infants................................. 74
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 75
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 79
Larger Children ......................................... 83
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 74 Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 76
Using a Tether .......................................... 81
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 146
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 485
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 483
Climate Control System ........................... 190
Changing the Mode................................ 192
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 194
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 482
Sensors ................................................... 198
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 190
Clock ......................................................... 134
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 435
Coat Hook ................................................ 187
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 435
Console Compartment ............................. 183
Controls .................................................... 133
Coolant ..................................................... 461
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 462
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 461
Overheating ............................................ 511
Creeping (Transmission) .......................... 376
Cup Holders .............................................. 184
Customer Service Information ................ 541
Customized Features ....................... 128, 302
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Index
D
Daytime Running Lights.......................... 163
Dead Battery (12-Volt) ............................. 508
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 194
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 535
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 160
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 172
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 159
Display Button .......................................... 207
Door Mirrors ............................................. 173
Doors ........................................................ 135
Auto Door Locking.................................. 147
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 147
Door Open Message ................................. 47
Keys........................................................ 135
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 28, 144
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 137
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 143
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 473
Driver Information Interface ................... 121
Driver’s Knee Airbag .................................. 63
Driving ...................................................... 365
Braking ................................................... 427
Shifting Gear .......................................... 377
Transmission ........................................... 376
Turning on the Power ............................. 372
Driving Position Memory System ............ 169Dust and Pollen Filter
............................... 482
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 24
Eco Drive Display ...................................... 127
Elapsed Time ............................................. 124
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 95, 516
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 415
Emergency ................................................ 528
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ........ 95
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 485
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 173
F
FC System in Extreme Cold-weather
Conditions ............................................... 423
Features ..................................................... 199
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 482
Flat Tire ..................................................... 492
Floor Mats ................................................. 484
Fluids Brake ....................................................... 463
Coolant ................................................... 461
Transmission ............................................ 463
Windshield Washer .................................. 464
FM/AM Radio ............................................ 238
Foot Brake ................................................. 430 Front Airbags (SRS)
..................................... 58
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 188
Front Seats ................................................ 174
Adjusting ................................................ 174
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 385
Fuel ...................................................... 35, 447
Economy ................................................. 450
Gauge ..................................................... 118
How to Handle Leaked Hydrogen Gas ..... 513
Hydrogen Leak Indicator............................ 92
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 124
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 92
Range ..................................................... 118
Refueling................................................. 447
Requirement ................................... 447, 532
Fuel Cell Power Generation Monitor ...... 126
Fuel Cell Vehicle Precautions ..................... 14
Fuel Economy ........................................... 450
Fuel Fill Door .............................................. 35
Fuses .......................................................... 520
Inspecting and Changing......................... 527
Locations......................................... 520, 522
G
Gauges ...................................................... 118
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 93, 379
Gear Shift Positions Transmission ........................................... 377
Glass (care) ........................................ 483, 486
Glove Box .................................................. 182
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