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

Contents
Child Safety P. 68Safety Labels P. 81
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 143 Security System P. 146 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 149
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 167 Adjusting the Seats P. 169
Climate Control System P. 185
Audio Error Messages P. 273 General Information on the Audio System P. 277
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 312
When Driving P. 352 Braking P. 404Parking Your Vehicle P. 419
Fuel Economy P. 425
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 435 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 441
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 446 12-Volt Battery P. 455 Remote Transmitter Care P. 456
Accessories and Modifications P. 463
Power System Won’t Start P. 479 Jump Starting P. 482 Overheating P. 485
Fuses P. 494 Emergency Towing P. 502
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 504
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 509 Reporting Safety Defects P. 510
Customer Service Information P. 514
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 41
Instrument PanelP. 83
ControlsP. 129
FeaturesP. 193
DrivingP. 345
MaintenanceP. 427
Handling the UnexpectedP. 465
InformationP. 505
IndexP. 516
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 465)
Flat Tire (P 466)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
Indicators Come On
(P 489)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t Start
(P 479)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse

(P 494)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 485)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power system cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 502)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 502
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
If a Tire Goes FlatTemporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 466
Handling of the Jack ......................... 478
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 479
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 480
Emergency Power System Off........... 481
Jump Starting .................................... 482
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 485
If Hydrogen Gas is Leaking .............. 487Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 489
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 490
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 490If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 491
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 492
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message .... 493
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 494
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 501
Emergency Towing ........................... 502
When You Cannot Unlock the Hydrogen Fuel Lid .............................................. 503
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 504
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
4. Recheck the air pressure using the sealant/
air hose on the compressor.
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 475
6.If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak
is too severe. Call for help and have your
vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 502
•36 psi (250 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or
until you reach the nearest service station,
whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h). If you have not reached a service
station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure do es not go down after
the 10 minute driving, you do not need
to check the pressure any more.
Sealant/Air Hose
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell
dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N when you
turn the power system on.
u Check if the
(N position on the
instrument panel is lit and if the indicator
on the
(N button is lit or blinking.
u The power system cannot be turned on
unless the parking brake is set.
2 Turning on the Power P. 352
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the power system.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 502
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will da mage the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing, such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
Do not use the hook on the rear of your vehicle for
the towing of other vehicles or emergency removal of
your vehicle. The hook may break.
If your vehicle needs to be towed backward, contact
an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer or a
professional towing service.
Hook
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Index
Song By VoiceTM (SBV).............................. 247
Spare Tire (Optional) ................................ 507
Specifications ............................................ 506
Specified Fuel .................................... 422, 506
SPORT Mode ............................................. 363
SPORT Mode Indicator ....................... 95, 363
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 56
Steering Wheel
Adjusting ................................................. 166
Stopping .................................................... 419
Summer Tires ............................................ 454
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 56
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 151
Synchronized Mode .................................. 190
System Message Indicator .......................... 93
T
Temperature Sensor................................. 192
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 467
Time (Setting) ........................................... 130
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................................................... 395
Indicator ............................................ 92, 492
Tires ........................................................... 446
Air Pressure ..................................... 447, 507
Chains ..................................................... 454
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 446
Flat Tire (Puncture) ................................... 466
Inspection ................................................ 446 Labeling .................................................. 447
Regulations ............................................. 449
Rotation .................................................. 453
Spare (Optional) ...................................... 507
Summer .................................................. 454
Temporary Tire Re
pair Kit ........................ 467
Wear Indicators ....................................... 451
Winter..................................................... 454
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 351
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 351
Emergency .............................................. 502
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 395
Transmission ............................... 32, 356, 357
Creeping ................................................. 356
Fluid ........................................................ 439
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 89, 359
Number................................................... 508
Operating the Shift Button ................ 32, 359
Shifting ................................................... 357
Trip Meter ................................................. 119
Troubleshooting ....................................... 465
Blown Fuse...................................... 494, 496
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 37
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 37
Emergency Towing .................................. 502
Flat Tire/Puncture .................................... 466
Noise When Braking .................................. 38
Overheating ............................................ 485
Power System Won’t Start ....................... 479
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 37, 141 Warning Indicators.................................... 84
Trunk ........................................................ 143
Lid .......................................................... 143
Light Bulbs .............................................. 506
Unable to Open ...................................... 504
Turn Signals .............................................. 154
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 94
Turn-by-Turn Directions .................. 120, 127
Turning on the Power ............................. 352
Does Not Activate ................................... 479
Jump Starting ......................................... 482
U
Under-Floor Storage Area ....................... 182
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 133
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 26, 139
USB Flash Drives ............................... 253, 279
USB Ports .................................................. 195
Using the Smart Entr y with Push Button
Start System ............................................ 133
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 508
Vehicle Monitoring System ......................... 1
Vehicle Speed ........................................... 127
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 392
Off Button .............................................. 393
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