2021 HONDA CLARITY PLUG-IN radio

Contents
Child Safety P. 71Safety Labels P. 85
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 152 Security System P. 155 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 158
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 175 Adjusting the Seats P. 177
Climate Control System P. 195
Audio Error Messages P. 286 General Information on the Audio System P. 290
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 339
When Driving P. 380 Braking P. 437Parking Your Vehicle P. 453
Charging P. 460 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 475
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 486 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 500
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 505 12-Volt Battery P. 514 Remote Transmitter Care P. 516
Accessories and Modifications P. 525
Power System Won’t Start P. 541 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 545 Overheating P. 548
Fuses P. 559 Emergency Towing P. 567
If You Cannot Open the Charge Lid P.569 If You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 570
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 575 Reporting Safety Defects P. 576
Authorized Manuals P. 582 Customer Service Information P. 583
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 41
Instrument PanelP. 87
ControlsP. 137
FeaturesP. 205
DrivingP. 373
MaintenanceP. 477
Handling the UnexpectedP. 527
InformationP. 571
IndexP. 585
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Quick Reference Guide
Features (P 205)
Audio Remote Controls
(P 209)
●(+ / ( - Bar
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● / Button
Press or to cycle through the audio
mode as follows:
FM AM SiriusXM ®
*USB iPod
Bluetooth ® Audio Pandora®*Apple
CarPlay/Android Auto
ENTER Button
/ / / Button34(+ / (- Bar
Button
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●ENTER Button
•When listening to the radio and
SiriusXM ®*
aPress ENTER to switch the display to a
preset list you stored in the preset
buttons.
bPress or to select a preset, then
press ENTER .
•When listening to a USB flash drive
aPress ENTER to display the folder list.
bPress or to select a folder.
cPress ENTER to display a list of tracks in
that folder.
dPress or to select a track, then
press ENTER .
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•When listening to an iPod
aPress ENTER to display the iPod music
list.
bPress or to select a category.
cPress ENTER to display a list of items in
the category.
dPress or to select an item, then
press ENTER .
uPress ENTER and press or
repeatedly until a desired item you
want to listen is displayed.
• When listening to Pandora ®
*
aPress ENTER to display the station list.
bPress or to select an item, then
press ENTER .
•When listening to Bluetooth® Audio
aPress ENTER to display the track list.
bPress or to select a track, then
press ENTER .
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Quick Reference Guide
● / Button
● Button
Radio: Press to change the preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
USB device: Press to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.
Press to change contents. 2Driver Information Interface
(P126)
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
140
Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Smart Entry Remo te Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to activate the power system.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or activating
the power system may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key an d you cannot activate the
power system, contact a dealer.
1 Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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155Continued
Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the power system. Each key cont ains electronic transmitters that use
electronic signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follo wing when pressing the POWER button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the POWER button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the POWER
button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic devices, such as televisions
and audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is op ened with the key and then the hood is
opened before the power mode is set to ON.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or smart entry system. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the
vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
Canadian models only: Apply and hold the brake
pedal before turning the vehicle on the first time after
the 12-volt battery ha s been disconnected.
1Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 206
USB Ports ......................................... 207
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 208
Audio Remote Controls .................... 209
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 212
Audio/Information Screen ................ 213
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 238
Display Setup ................................... 239
Voice Control Operation .................. 241
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 245
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio
*................. 249 Playing an iPod ................................ 257
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) ...................... 260
Playing Pandora ®*1........................... 264
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 266
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio................. 269
HondaLink ®..................................... 271
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 276
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 278
Apple CarPlay .................................. 279
Android Auto................................... 282
Audio Error Messages ...................... 286
General Information on the Audio
System
............................................. 290
Customized Features............................308
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver*......336
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® ............. 339
*1: Available only on U.S. models.
* Not available on all models
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Features
Audio System
About Your Audio System
The audio system features AM/FM radio and SiriusXM ® Radio service*. It can also
play USB flash drives, and iPod, iPhone and Bluetooth® devices.
You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, the
remote controls on the steering wheel, or the icons on the touchscreen interface.1About Your Audio System
SiriusXM ® Radio
* is available on a subscription basis
only. For more information on SiriusXM ® Radio*,
contact a dealer.
2 General Information on the Audio System
P. 290
SiriusXM ® Radio
* is available in the United States and
Canada, except Ha waii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
SiriusXM ®
* is a registered tra demark of SiriusXM
Radio, Inc.
iPod, iPhone and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.
State or local laws may pr ohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devi ces while operating a
vehicle.
Remote Controls iPod
USB Flash
Drive
* Not available on all models
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uuAudio System uUSB Ports
Features
USB Ports
Install the device USB connector or the USB
flash drive to the USB port.
u The USB port (1.5A) is for charging
devices, playing audio files and
connecting compatib le phones with
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.
u To prevent any potenti al issues, be sure
to use an Apple MFi Certified Lightning
Connector for Apple CarPlay, and for
Android Auto, the USB cables should be
certified by USB-IF to be compliant with
USB 2.0 Standard.
u The USB port (1.0A) is for playing audio
files on the USB flash drive and
connecting a cellular phone and
charging device.1USB Ports
•Do not leave the iPod or USB flash drive in the
vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may
damage it.
•We recommend using an ex tension cable with the
USB port.
•Do not connect the iPod or USB flash drive using a
hub.
•Do not use a device such as a card reader or hard
disk drive, as the device or your files may be
damaged.
•We recommend backing up yo ur data before using
the device in your vehicle.
•Displayed messages may vary depending on the
device model and software version.
If the audio system does not recognize the iPod, try
reconnecting it a few times or reboot the device. To
reboot, follow the manufac turer’s instructions
provided with the iPod or visit www.apple.com/ipod.
The USB port can supply up to 1.0A or 1.5A of
power. It does not output 1.0A or 1.5A unless
requested by the device.
For amperage details, read the operating manual of
the device that ne eds to be charged.
Turn the power mode to ACCESSORY or ON first.
Under certain condi tions, a device connected to the
port may generate noise in the radio you are listening
to.
USB charge
USB Port (1.5A)
USB Port (1.0A)
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