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

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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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Quick Reference Guide
Deceleration Paddle Selector (P362)
When you release the accelerator pedal, yo u can control the rate of deceleration
without releasing your hands from the steering wheel. Using the deceleration
paddle selector situated on the steering wheel, you can sequentially shift through
four stages of deceleration.
Pull the
( + selector for a few seconds when yo u want to cancel the deceleration
paddle selector.
● When SPORT mode is OFF
If you pull back the paddle selector, the rate of deceleration will change
temporarily, and the stage will ap pear in the instrument panel.
● When SPORT mode is ON
If you pull back the paddle selector, the rate of deceleration will change and the
stage along with M will appear in the instrument panel.
(- Paddle
Selector Deceleration stage
When SPORT mode is
OFF, the deceleration
stage appears.(
+ Paddle
Selector When SPORT mode is
ON, The deceleration
stage and
M appear.
VSA ® On and Off (P 396)
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA® ) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA ® comes on automatically every time
you turn on the power system.
● To partially disable or fully restore VSA ®
function, press and hold the button until
you hear a beep.
CMBSTM On and Off
(P 414)
● When a possible collision is likely
unavoidable, the CMBS
TM can help you to
reduce the vehicle sp eed and the severity
of the collision.
● To turn the CMBS
TM on or off, press and
hold the button until you hear a beep.
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P 398)
● Detects a change in tire conditions and
overall dimensions due to decrease in tire
pressures.
● The TPMS is turned on automatically
every time you turn on the power system.
● A calibration procedure must be
performed when certain conditions arise.
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 441)
Under the Hood (P 449)
● Check coolants 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 454)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 456)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 459)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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Quick Reference Guide
I’m seeing an amber
indicator of a tire with an
exclamation point. What is
that?The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) needs attention. If
you recently inflated or changed a tire, you have to recalibrate
the system. u
TPMS Calibration (P 398)
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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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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON.
●May come on briefly if the power
mode is set to ON and the vehicle
is not moved within 45 seconds, to
indicate the calibration process is
not yet complete.
●Comes on and stays on when:
-One or more tires’ pressures are
determined to be significantly
low.
- The system has not been
calibrated.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe
place, check tire pressures, and inflate the
tire(s) if necessary.
●Stays on after the tires are inflated to
the recommended pressures - The
system needs to be calibrated.
2 TPMS Calibration P. 398
●Blinks for about one minute, and
then stays on if th ere is a problem
with the TPMS.●Blinks and remains on - Have your
vehicle checked by an authorized Honda
Clarity Electric dealer.
●Comes on if the TPMS is
deactivated temporarily after the
battery has been disconnected,
then re-connected.●Drive a short distance at more than 12
mph (20 km/h). The indicator should go
off. If it does not, have your vehicle
checked by an author ized Honda Clarity
Electric dealer.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and charging.
Before Driving................................... 344
Towing a Trailer ................................ 349
When Driving Turning on the Power ...................... 350
Precautions While Driving................. 353
Transmission .................................... 354
Shifting ............................................ 355
SPORT Mode.................................... 361
Deceleration Paddle Selector ............ 362
ECON Button ................................... 365
Acoustic Vehicle Al erting System ...... 366
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 367
Road Departure Mi tigation (RDM)
System ........................................ 369
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ......................... 373
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)...... 388Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............. 395
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 397Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 398Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 400
LaneWatchTM....................................... 402Braking Brake System ................................... 404
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 409
Brake Assist System.......................... 410 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 411
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 419
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 421
Charging ............................................ 423
Before Charging .............................. 423
Charge the High Voltage battery using a Level 1, 2 or SAE J1772 DC charger ...424
Control Box ..................................... 431
High Voltage Battery........................ 436
Using a Timer .................................. 437
Energy Economy ............................... 439
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on th e windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 459
•Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
• Disconnect the charging cable.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the power syst em can ignite flammable
materials left under the hood, causing a fire. If you’ve
parked your vehicle for an extended period, inspect
and remove any debris that may have collected, such
as dried grass and leaves th at have fallen or have
been carried in for use as a nest by a small animal.
Also check under the hood fo r leftover flammable
materials after you or so meone else has performed
maintenance on your vehicle.
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
Continued
Driving
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System
VSA ® helps to stabilize the vehicle during corn ering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating motor out put and selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA ® activates, you may notice that the
motor do not respond to the accelerator. You
may also notice some noise from the hydraulic
system. You will also see the indicator blink.
■VSA® Operation
1 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
The VSA ® may not function properl y if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, there may be a problem with the
system. While this may not interfere with normal
driving, have your vehicle checked by an authorized
Honda Clarity Electric dealer immediately.
The indicators for the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF, low tire
Pressure/TPMS and Collision Mitigation Braking
System
TM (CMBSTM) may come on along with a
message in the driver information interface after re-
connecting the 12-volt battery. Drive a short distance
at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should
go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by an
authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer.
VSA ® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the entire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and alwa ys leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA ® system is generally
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.VSA® System
Indicator
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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Driving
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Instead of directly measuring the pressu re in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle
monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each
wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are
significantly under-inflated. This will caus e the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to
come on and a message to appear on the driver information interface.
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:
• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.
• Rotate the tires.
• Replace one or more tires.
Before calibrating the TPMS:
• Set the cold tire pressu re in all four tires.
2Checking Tires P. 459
Make sure:
•The vehicle is at a complete stop.
• The gear position is in
(P.
• The power mode is in ON.
■TPMS Calibration
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The system does not monitor the tires when driving
at low speed.
Conditions such as low ambient temperature and
altitude change directly a ffect tire pressure and can
trigger the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come on.
Tire pressure checked and inflated in:
•Warm weather can beco me under-inflated in
colder weather.
•Cold weather can become over-inflated in warmer
weather.
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will not come
on as a result of over inflation.
The TPMS may not function pr operly if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire. 2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 459
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
with a delay or may not come on at all when:
•You rapidly accelerate, decelerate, or turn the
steering wheel.
•You drive on snowy or slippery roads.•Snow chains are used.
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
under the following conditions:
•There is a heavier and une ven load on the tires,
such as when towing a trailer, than the condition at
calibration.
•Snow chains are used.
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