maintenance HONDA CLARITY FUEL CELL 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. Howe ver, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the ED R is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can r ead the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with serv ice-related devices that record
information about powertrain performance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains
confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is
uploaded to Honda upon vehicle start up.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners , and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardo uswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
NOTICE
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Software End User License Agreement
Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by
the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which
contains a binding arbitration clau se. Please refer to the End User
License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your
use of the installed software, as well as the applications, services,
functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of
the installed software will serve as your consent to the terms and
conditions of the End Us er License Agreement.
You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software
by sending a signed, written notice to HONDA at American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Services Mail Stop
100-5E-8A, 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.
Privacy Notice
This vehicle may share location an d usage information. To manage
this setting, visit www.hondalink.com/vehicle-data-choices .
To learn more about how we collect and use Personal
Information, please read our Privacy Policy, accessible
at www.honda.com .
Fuel Cell Monitoring System
This vehicle is equipped with a monitoring system that compiles
data about your vehicle and drivin g conditions and transmits that
data to Honda at regular intervals as determined at the discretion
of Honda. This data includes information on but not limited to the
following:
●Vehicle location, distance driven, warning indicators and
messages, and vehicle speed
●Fuel cell system control and power generation
The system does not record audio or images.
Data collected is used for the sole purposes of technical diagnoses,
preventive maintenance, resear ch and vehicle development.
Neither Honda nor any third party receiving data will use the data
for any other purpose withou t first obtaining customer
authorization.
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Contents
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle
and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this manual (including the front cover) represent
features and equipment that are available on some, but not all,
models. Your particular model may no t have some of these features.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 43
For Safe Driving P. 44 Seat Belts P. 48 Airbags P. 55
2Instrument Panel P. 87
Indicators P. 88 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 118
2Controls P. 133
Clock P. 134 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 135
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 156
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 180
2 Features P. 199
Audio System P. 200 Audio System Basic Operation P. 206
Customized Features P. 302 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 328
2 Driving P. 365
Before Driving P. 366 Towing a Trailer P. 371
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 445 Refueling P. 447
2 Maintenance P. 451
Before Performing Maintenance P. 452 Maintenance MinderTM P. 455
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 467
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 482 Cleaning P. 483
2Handling the Unexpected P. 491
If a Tire Goes Flat P. 492 Handling of the Jack P. 504
If Hydrogen Gas is Leaking P. 513 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 515
If You Cannot Unlock the Hydrogen Fuel Lid P. 529
2 Information P. 531
Specifications P. 532 Identification Numbers P. 534
Warranty Coverages P. 537 Authorized Manuals P. 540
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Contents
Child Safety P. 72Safety Labels P. 85
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 148 Security System P. 151 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 154
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172 Adjusting the Seats P. 174
Climate Control System P. 190
Audio Error Messages P. 279 General Information on the Audio System P. 283
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 331
When Driving P. 372 Braking P. 427Parking Your Vehicle P. 443
Fuel Economy P. 450
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 459 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 465
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 470 12-Volt Battery P. 479 Remote Transmitter Care P. 481
Accessories and Modifications P. 489
Power System Won’t Start P. 505 If the 12-Volt Battery Is Dead P. 508 Overheating P. 511
Fuses P. 520 Emergency Towing P. 528
If You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 530
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 535 Reporting Safety Defects P. 536
Customer Service Information P. 541
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 43
Instrument PanelP. 87
ControlsP. 133
FeaturesP. 199
DrivingP. 365
MaintenanceP. 451
Handling the UnexpectedP. 491
InformationP. 531
IndexP. 543
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❚Maintenance Under the Hood (P 459)
❚Windshield Wipers (P 164, 467)
❚Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 137)
❚Power Door Mirrors (P 173)
❚Headlights (P 160, 465)
❚Front Side Marker Lights (P 160, 465)
❚Front Turn Signal Lights (P 159, 465)
❚How to Refuel (P 448)
❚High-Mount Brake Light (P 466)
❚Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 150)
❚Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 148)
❚Brake Lights (P 466)
❚Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 466)
❚Back-Up Lights (P 466)
❚Taillights (P 466)
❚Trunk Release Button (P 149)
❚Rear License Plate Light (P 466)
❚Multi-View Rear Camera (P 445)
❚Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P 160, 163, 465)
❚Tires (P 470, 492)
❚Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P 466)
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Quick Reference Guide
High Voltage Components, High Voltage Cables and High Temperature
Components
Fuel cell vehicles have high voltage components (about 500 V maximum) such as the FC stack, FCVCU, High Voltage battery, power control
unit, high voltage cables (identified by their orange covers), el ectric motor, and high temperature parts such as the radiator. Labels with
handling warnings are attached to these components.
WARNING
This vehicle has high voltage circuits and
parts. Failure to observe the following
precautions can result in burns or electric
shock.
●Do not remove, disassemble, or replace
the high voltage parts, cables (orange) or
their connectors.
●Never touch the High Voltage battery
service plugs.
In an emergency or during maintenance or
repair, the service plugs are removed to cut
off the electric flow from the battery. These
plugs are in contact with the battery and
can cause severe electric shock if not
handled properly.
Only a qualified technician should handle
any electrical equipment. For inspection
and repair, consult an authorized Honda
Clarity Fuel Cell dealer.
12V DC/DC Converter
●A/C Compressor●A/C Heater
Radiator a Air Pump FC Stack b Air Pump Power Control Unit High Voltage Battery
●Electric Motor●Power Control Unit
Labela Radiator Cap b FCVCU and FC Stack
FCVCU b
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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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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 451)
Under the Hood (P 459)
●Check inverter coolant and windshield washer fluid. Add
when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the 12-volt battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 465)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 467)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 470)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install snow tires for winter driving.
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uuFor Safe Driving uImportant Safety Precautions
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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uuAirbags uAirbag Care
Safe Driving
Airbag Care
You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any
airbag system components yourself. However, you should have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer in the following situations:
■When the airbags have deployed
If an airbag has inflated, th e control unit and other related parts must be replaced.
Similarly, once an automatic seat belt te nsioner has been activated, it must be
replaced.
■When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision
Even if the airbags did not inflate, have your authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell
dealer inspect the following: th e driver’s seat position sensor, weight sensors in the
passenger’s seat, front seat belt tensioners , and each seat belt that was worn during
the crash.
■Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting an authorized
Honda Clarity Fu el Cell dealer
This would likely disable or affect the proper operation of the driver’s seat position
sensor or the weight sensors in the passenge r’s seat. If it is necessary to remove or
modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an
authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell deal er, or call American Honda Automobile
Customer Service at 1-800-999-1009.
1 Airbag Care
We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag
system components, includi ng the airbag, tensioners,
sensors, and control unit.
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