2021 HONDA CLARITY PLUG-IN Owner's Manual (in English)

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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....... 528
Handling of the Jack ......................... 540
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 541
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 543
Emergency Power System Off........... 544
If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead .......... 545
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 548
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears .. 551
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 552
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ..................................... 553
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 554
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 555
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 556
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 557
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ...... 558
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 559
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 566
Emergency Towing ........................... 567
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 568If You Cannot Open the Charge Lid ... 569
If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 570
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact a dealer or roadside assistance to
have the vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.
•More than one tire is punctured.•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tire
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.
•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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■Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire1Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
Repair notificati on label and speed restriction label
are applied to the side of temporary tire repair kit.
When making a temporary repair, carefully read the
instruction manual provided with the kit.
Pressure Gauge AIR Power Plug
Pressure Relief Button
Repair Notification LabelInstruction Manual
Sealant/Air Hose
REPAIR
Inflator Switch
Speed Restriction Label
Selector Knob
U.S. Canada
U.S. Canada
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1. Remove the charging cable by releasing the
belt.
2. Pull the strap on the right side of the trunk
and open the lid.
3. Open the fastener and take the kit out of
the trunk.
4. Place the kit face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, and away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
Charging Cable
Fastener
Strap
Lid
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1. Remove the valve cap from the tire valve
stem.
2. Remove the sealant/air hose from the
packaging.
3. Attach the sealant/air hose onto the tire
valve stem. Screw it until it is tight.
■Injecting Sealant and Air1Injecting Sealant and Air
In cold temperatures, the sealant may not flow easily.
In this situation, warm it up for five minutes before
using.
The sealant can permanentl y stain clothing and other
materials. Be careful duri ng handling and wipe away
any spills immediately.
3CAUTION
Tire sealant contains substances that are
harmful if inhaled, inge sted or if contact is
made with the eyes or skin.
Always use in a well-ventilated area and
use gloves and safety glasses for protection;
do not ingest.
For skin or eye contact, flush with cool
water; if ingested, rinse mouth with water.
In all cases, seek medical attention if
necessary.
Valve Stem
Valve Cap
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
Sealant/Air Hose
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4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
u Do not plug any other electronic
devices into other accessory power
sockets.
2 Accessory Power Sockets P. 191
5.Turn the power system on.
u Keep the power system on while
injecting sealant and air.
6. Turn the selector knob to REPAIR
*1,
SEALANT/AIR*2, PRODUIT ANTIFUITE/
AIR*2.
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
1 Injecting Sealant and Air
NOTICE
Do not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The
compressor can overheat and become permanently
damaged.
There are two accessory power sockets:
•In the back of the console compartment
•In the console panel 2Accessory Power Sockets P. 191
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
U.S.
Canada
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7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
u When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
8. After the air pressure reaches 36 psi (250
kPa), turn off the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor, and read the
gauge.
9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant/ai r hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
11. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
ON
OFF
Pressure Gauge1Injecting Sealant and Air
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usin g the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal, and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See a dealer for a replacement sealant bottle and
proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air
Hose
Valve Stem
Pressure Relief Button
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12. Apply the repair notification label to the
flat surface of the wheel.
u The wheel surface must be clean to
ensure the label adheres properly.
1. Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
u Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.Repair Notification Label
U.S.
Canada
■Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Speed Restriction Label U.S.
Canada
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