coolant HONDA CLARITY FUEL CELL 2017 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Quick Reference Guide
Fuel Cell Insulating Fluid
Fuel cell insulating fluid (FC insulating fluid) uses a specifically designed fluid with high electrical insulation properties in order to safely cool
the fuel cell.
Never add water, other commercial coolants, or genuine Honda inverter coolant to the cooling system. Doing so will cause damage to the
fuel cell.
Consult an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer to replenish or change the fuel cell insulating fluid.
FC Insulating Fluid Reserve Tank
Inverter Coolant Reserve Tank
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 427)
Under the Hood (P 435)
● 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 441)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 443)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 446)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter driving.
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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 an
authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer for a replacement.
Dashboard Sun Visors
Inverter Coolant
Reserve Tank Cap
FCVCU
PCU Air Conditioner System
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 428
Safety When Performing Maintenance...429
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 430
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 431
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 435
Opening the Hood ........................... 436
Inverter Coolant ............................... 437
Transmission Fluid ............................ 439
Brake Fluid ....................................... 439 Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 440
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 441
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 443
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 446
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 447
Tire Labeling .................................... 447
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 449
Wear Indicators................................ 451
Tire Service Life ................................ 451
Tire and Wheel Replacement............ 452 Tire Rotation .................................... 453
Winter Tires ..................................... 454
12-Volt Battery ................................. 455
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 456
Climate Control System Maintenance.. 457
CleaningInterior Care .................................... 458
Exterior Care.................................... 460
Accessories and Modifications ........ 463
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Maintenance
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood
Washer Fluid
(Black Cap)
12-Volt BatteryBrake Fluid
(Black Cap)
Inverter Coolant
Expansion Tank
Cap
Inverter Coolant
Reserve Tank
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uInverter Coolant
Continued
Maintenance
Inverter Coolant
This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any
straight antifreeze or water.
We recommend you check the inverter cool ant level every time you refuel. Check
the reserve tank. Add the in verter coolant accordingly.
1. Make sure the motor and radiator are cool.
2. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve
tank.
u If the coolant level is below the MIN
mark, add the specified coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Specified coolant: Ho nda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
■Reserve Tank
1Inverter Coolant
NOTICE
Genuine Honda inverter cool ant is a 50/50 mixture of
antifreeze and water that can withstand freezing at
temperatures as low as a bout –31°F (–35°C). If your
vehicle is consistently subjected to temperatures
below this, the concentration of antifreeze in the
coolant should be increased. Consult an authorized
Honda Clarity Fuel Ce ll dealer for details.
If Honda antifreeze /coolant is not available, you may
use another major brand of non-silicate coolant as a
temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality
coolant recommended fo r aluminum motors.
Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result
in corrosion, causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed
and refilled with Honda anti freeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
3WARNING
Removing the expansion tank cap while the
motor is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the motor and radiator cool
down before removing the expansion tank
cap.
MAX
Reserve
TankMIN
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uInverter Coolant
438
Maintenance
1. Make sure the motor and radiator are
cool.
2. Turn the expansion tank cap 1/8 turn
counter-clockwise and relieve any pressure
in the coolant system.
3. Push down and turn the expansion tank cap
counter-clockwise to remove it.
4. Pour coolant into the expansion tank until it
reaches the MAX mark.
5. Put the expansion tank cap back on, and
tighten it fully.
■Radiator 1Inverter Coolant
Do not add rust inhibitors or other additives to your
vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or with the motor components.
1Radiator
NOTICE
Pour the fluid slowly and ca refully so you do not spill
any. Clean up any spills immediately; they can
damage components in the motor compartment.
Expansion
Tank Cap
MAX
Reserve
TankMIN
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
• Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the motor compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly around the hydrogen fuel lid and
ventilation duct.
A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, inverter coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
1 Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask an authorized Honda Cl arity Fuel Cell dealer
about the correct coating ma terial when you want to
repair the painted surface of the parts made of resin.
1Cleaning the Window
When you raise a wiper arm, you may inadvertently
alter the position of the arm by applying undue force.
If you notice that an arm is not in its proper return
position, active the wipers once and they will
automatically reset. 2 Wipers and Washers P. 159
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
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Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
Inspect the coolant level, and check the
cooling system components for leaks.u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
expansion tank cap with a heavy cloth
and open the cap. If necessary, add
coolant up to the base of the filler neck,
and put the cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Turn the power system on, if the message Power System Problem. Stop Driving
When Safe disappears from the driver informatio n interface after you have started
the power system, resume driving.
If the message does not disappear, contact an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell
dealer.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact an authorized Honda
Clarity Fuel Cell dealer for repairs.
3WARNING
Removing the expansion tank cap while the
power system is hot can cause the coolant
to spray out, seri ously scalding you.
Always let the motor and radiator cool
down before removing the expansion tank
cap.
3CAUTION
Never pour water or other commercial
coolants into the inverter coolant reserve
tank. Doing so will ca use damage to the
motor.
MAX
Inverter Coolant
Reserve TankMIN
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 1.85 US qt (1.75 L)
■ Inverter Coolant
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.81 US gal (3.05 L)
(change including the remaining
0.21 US gal (0.80 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
RegularSize235/45R18 94VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])36 (250 [2.5])
Wheel Size Regular 18 x 8J
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