charging HONDA CLARITY ELECTRIC 2017 Owner's Manual (in English)

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s 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 owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not 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. 37
For Safe Driving P. 38 Seat Belts P. 42 Airbags P. 50
2Instrument Panel P. 79
Indicators P. 80 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 114
2Controls P. 127
Clock P. 128 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 129
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 149
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 173
2 Features P. 191
Audio System P. 192 Audio System Basic Operation P. 198
Customized Features P. 280 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 306
2 Driving P. 343
Before Driving P. 344 Towing a Trailer P. 349
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 421 Charging P. 423
2 Maintenance P. 441
Before Performing Maintenance P. 442 Maintenance MinderTM P. 445
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 456
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 471 Cleaning P. 472
2Handling the Unexpected P. 481
If a Tire Goes Flat P. 482 Handling of the Jack P. 494
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 502 Fuses P. 508
When You Cannot Disengage the Charging Connector P. 517
2Information P. 519
Specifications P. 520 Identification Numbers P. 522
Warranty Coverages P. 525 Authorized Manuals P. 527
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Quick Reference Guide
Making Good Use of Your Honda Electric Vehicle
Charging at Home
Your Honda electric vehicle can be charged
with an appropriately configured household
outlet. If a timer has been set, charging
automatically starts and ends.2 Charging P. 423
2 Using a Timer P. 437
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Quick Reference Guide
How the Electric Vehicle Works
Instead of using gasoline to power an internal combustion engine, your vehicle uses stored electricity to power an electric pro pulsion motor.
As with a gasoline powered vehicle, the efficiency of an electri c vehicle (and the vehicle’s range) is most impacted by the driver’s driving
style. Climate control system usage also has a strong impact with heavy usage negatively affecting the vehicle’s range.
There are two types of batteries used in this vehicle, a standa rd 12-volt battery that powers the airbags, the interior and exterior lights, and
other standard 12-volt systems, and a high voltage lithium ion ba ttery that is used to power the propulsion motor and recharge the 12-volt
battery.
Charging the High Voltage Battery
You can recharge the High Voltage battery using a standar d household outlet or at a public charging station.
(P 423)
While the vehicle is charging or is parked after running, the co mpressor may operate to melt any frost that has formed on the climate
control system.
Water from the melted frost drains out through the fr ont section of the vehicle, near the undercover.
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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel (P 79)
Lights On Indicator
System Indicators
12-Volt Battery
Charging System
IndicatorAnti-lock Brake
System (
ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA®
) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
System Indicator
Lights Indicators
High Beam Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
System Message
Indicator
Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red) Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Gauges (P 114)/Driver Information Interface (P 118)/
System Indicators
(P 80)
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Speedometer
Automatic Brake Hold
System Indicator Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
SPORT Mode Indicator
Collision Mitigation
Brake System
TM
(CMBSTM) Indicator
Road Departure
Mitigation (RDM)
Indicator
Immobilizer System Indicator/
Security System Alarm Indicator
Automatic Brake Hold
IndicatorREADY Indicator
POWER SYSTEM
Indicator
Gear Position
Indicator
High Voltage Battery
Charge Level Gauge
Driver Information
Interface
Electricity Consumption
Indicator (
ENERGY USAGE )
POWER /CHARGE
Gauge
Low Charge
Indicator Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) with
Low Speed Follow
(LSF) Indicator
Lane Keeping Assist
System (LKAS)
Indicator
Deceleration Paddle
Selector Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
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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.
■Handle high-voltage with care
Familiarize yourself with the charging instructions and warnings supplied in this
manual and on the quick reference card. If using a public charger, also observe the
charging station manufacturer's instructions.
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uuFor Safe Driving uSafety Checklist
Safe Driving
Safety Checklist
For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items
each time before you drive. Check if the charging cable is connected to the vehicle
and disconnect it if it is. The vehicle will not operate with the cable connected.
• After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked.
Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider
from unexpectedly opening a door.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 137
•Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are
adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the
vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a
crash.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 166
•Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective
when the center of the head restraint alig ns with the center of your head. Taller
persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.
2Adjusting the Front Head Restraints Positions P. 168
•Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any
passengers are properly belted as well.
2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 45
•Protect children by using seat belts or chil d seats according to a child’s age, height
and weight.
2 Child Safety P. 65
1Safety Checklist
If the door and/or trunk open message appears on
the driver information inte rface, a door and/or the
trunk is not completely cl osed. Close all doors and
the trunk tightly until the message disappears.
2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 106
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Safe Driving
Safety Labels
Label Locations
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U. S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a n
authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer for a replacement.
Sun Visors
High Voltage System
Components
High Voltage Battery System
Coolant Reserve Tank Cap
Dashboard
Charging Lid
Air Conditioner System
Radiator Cap
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uuIndicators u
Continued
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 or
plug-in charging system.
●Comes on while driving - Have your
vehicle checked by an authorized Honda
Clarity Electric dealer.
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON afte r having charged
your vehicle - Have your vehicle checked
by an authorized Honda Clarity Electric
dealer.
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
READY Indicator
●Comes on when the vehicle is
ready to drive.●May go off if the POWER SYSTEM or
transmission system indicator comes on.
2 Turning on the Power P. 350
12-Volt Battery
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off when
the power system is on.
●Comes on when the 12-volt
battery is not charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the
climate control system and rear defogger
in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
2 If the 12-Volt Battery Charging
System Indicator Comes On P. 502
Low Charge
Indicator
●Comes on when the high voltage
battery is running low.●Comes on - There is a decrease in
acceleration performance.
Recharge the high voltage battery as soon
as possible.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the driver information interface. Press th e (display/information) button to see the mess age
again with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the schedul ed maintenance is due
soon.
●Consequently, Service Due Now and Service Past
Due follow.
2Warning Message and Maintenance Minder
Information on the Driver Information Interface
P. 446
●Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the
smart entry system or push button starting system.●Appears constantly - Have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Honda Clar ity Electric dealer.
●Appears when there is a pr oblem with the sensor on
the 12-volt battery.●Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Honda
Clarity Electric dealer.
2 Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 468
●Appears along with the battery charging system
indicator when the batte ry is not charging.●Turn off the climate control system and rear defogger to
reduce electricity consumption.
2If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 502
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