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

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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
a dealer or a professional towing service.
Hook
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Handling the Unexpected
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
■What to Do If Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot open the fuel fill door, use the following procedure. 1.Open the trunk and pull off the left inside
cover.
2. Pull the release lever towards you.
u The release lever opens the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
3. Slowly remove the fuel fill cap by turning it
to the left. If you hear a release of pressure,
wait until it stops, then continue to slowly
remove the fuel fill cap.
2 How to Refuel P. 458
4.Add fuel very slowly.
u The automatic fuel tank vent valve does
not operate when the fuel fill door is
opened manually. Trying to add fuel too
rapidly when the vent valve is closed will
cause fuel vapors to be pushed out the
filler pipe and can cause a small amount
of liquid fuel to be spilled onto the
ground.
1 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
The automatic fuel tank ve nt does not operate when
using the manual fuel door release. Gradually release
pressure by slowly turning th e fuel fill cap to the left.
If you hear a release of fuel vapors, wait until it stops,
then continue to slowly remove the fuel fill cap.
The malfunction indicator lamp may come on when
driving after you have refueled by manually opening
the fuel fill door.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks P. 553
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
3WARNING
Gasoline vapors in tank are under pressure.
• If using the manual fuel door release,
open the cap slowly to gradually release
pressure.
• Stop the engine, and keep all sparks,
heat, and flame away.
Release Lever
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Handling the Unexpected
If You Cannot Open the Charge Lid
If you cannot open the charge lid, use the following procedure:1.Pull the release lever under the lower left
corner of the dashboard.
u The lid will pop up slightly.
■What to Do If Unable to Open the Charge Lid1If You Cannot Open the Charge Lid
After taking this step, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Release Lever
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Handling the Unexpected
If You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure:1.Insert the built-in key into the cylinder and
turn the key clockwise (as shown).
u The trunk unlocks and opens.
■What to Do If Unable to Open the Trunk1If You Cannot Open the Trunk
Following up:
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Built-in Key
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 572
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor Number, and
Transmission Number..................... 574
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 575
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 576
Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 577
Warranty Coverages ........................ 578
Authorized Manuals ......................... 582
Customer Service Information ......... 583
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
■ Engine Specifications
ModelCLARITY PLUG-IN HYBRID
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating See the certification la bel on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)See the certification la bel on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)See the certification la bel on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.9 – 15.7 oz (395 – 445 g)
Lubricant TypeSE-A2 (POE)
Quantity 8.54 – 10.4 cu-in (140 – 170 cc)
Displacement91.4 cu-in (1,498 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKAR7C11H
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 7.0 US gal (26.5 L)
Tank Capacity1.43 US qt (1.35 L)
■ Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) LED
Front Turn Signal LightsLED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Parking/Daytime Running LightsLED
Taillights/Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Brake LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up LightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Lights LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Interior LightsFront and Rear Map LightsLEDFront and Rear Ambient LightsLEDVanity Mirror Lights1.4 WCenter Console LightLEDGlove Box LightLEDFront Foot Lights*LEDTrunk LightLEDIllumination Lamp
(inside Charge Lid)LED
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Transmissi on Fluid
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 2.23 US qt (2.11 L)
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1L)
Change including filter 3.5 US qt (3.3L)
Specified Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.31 US gal (4.97 L)
(change including the remaining
0.14 US gal (0.52 L) in the reserve tank)
■ High Voltage Battery System Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Tire
RegularSize235/45R18 94VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Wheel Size Regular 18 x 8J
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
Motor Number, and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (V IN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing, and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, engine number, motor number, and
transmission number are shown as follows.
1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor
Number, and Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Number
Transmission
Number Certification Label/
Vehicle Identification Number
Vehicle Identification Number
Motor Number
Engine Number
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