tow HONDA CLARITY FUEL CELL 2020 (in English) Owner's Guide

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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....... 490
Handling of the Jack ......................... 502
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 503
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 504
Emergency Power System Off........... 505
Jump Starting .................................... 506
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 509
If Hydrogen Gas is Leaking .............. 511Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On ....................... 513
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ....................................... 514
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ........................... 514If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time
When the Brake System Indicator
(Amber) Comes On ...................... 515
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 516
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message .... 517
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 518
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 525
Emergency Towing ........................... 526
When You Cannot Unlock the Hydrogen Fuel Lid .............................................. 527
When You Cannot Open the Trunk .. 528
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
If the tire has a large cut or is otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the
vehicle towed. If the tire only has a smal l puncture, from a nail for instance, you can
use the temporary tire repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station
for a more permanent repair.
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following situations.
Instead, contact an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel
Cell dealer or a roadside assistance to have the
vehicle towed.
•The tire sealant has expired.•More than one tire is punctured.
•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is da maged or the puncture is
outside the contact area.
•Damage has been caused by driving with the tires
extremely under inflated.
•The tire bead is no longer seated.•The rim is damaged.
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.
When the puncture is:Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm)Yes
Larger than 3/16 inch
(4 mm)No
Contact
Area
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
u The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
u When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
8. After the air pressure reaches 36 psi (250
kPa), turn off the kit.
u To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor, and read the
gauge.
9. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
10. Unscrew the sealant/ai r hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
11. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
ON
OFF
Pressure Gauge1Injecting Sealant and Air
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher than
actual. After the sealant injection is complete the
pressure will drop and then begin to rise again as the
tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To accurately
measure the air pressure usin g the gauge, turn the air
compressor off only after the sealant injection is
complete.
If the required air pressure is not reached within 10
minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged for
the kit to provide the necessa ry seal, and your vehicle
will need to be towed.
See an authorized Honda Clar ity Fuel Cell dealer for a
replacement sealant bottle an d proper disposal of an
empty bottle.
Sealant/Air
Hose
Valve Stem
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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. 499
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. 526
•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
AIR
ON
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less
than 36 psi (250 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the
tire until the tire pressure reaches 36 psi
(250 kPa).
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 499
Then drive carefully for 10 more 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 You should repeat this procedure as long
as the air pressure is within this range.
7. Unscrew the sealant/ai r hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
8. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
9. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
3WARNING
Do not use the compressor in garages,
warehouses or poorly ventilated places.
There is danger of lack of oxygen.
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Handling the Unexpected
12. Turn off the kit.
u Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
u If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
14. Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
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uuIf Hydrogen Gas is Leaking uHow to Handle Leaked Hydrogen Gas
512
Handling the Unexpected
1How to Handle Leaked Hydrogen Gas
NOTICE
Hydrogen gas is colorless, odorless, very light, and
flammable. Also, its burni ng flame is difficult to
detect by sight.
If a vehicle fire occurs, le aked hydrogen gas may be
ignited. Stay far away from the vehicle call the local
fire department, and repor t that the vehicle has
hydrogen tanks.
To extinguish a vehicle fire, use a large amount of
water, a dry chemical fire extinguisher (Class A, B, or
C), or a carbon dioxide fi re extinguisher. With an
inadequate amounts of wate r, a fire cannot be put
out completely. Never attemp t to extinguish a vehicle
fire with a small amounts of water.
3WARNING
This gas is released toward the rear of the
vehicle in a downward direction. Do not
attempt to extinguish the fire from behind
the vehicle as the exiting gas may ignite
into a flame.
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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 after
turning 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. 370
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. 526
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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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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Hydrogen Fuel Lid
If you cannot unlock the hydrogen fuel lid, use the following procedure.
1.Open the trunk and remove the cover.
2. Pull the release lever toward you.
u The release lever opens the hydrogen
fuel lid when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Hydrogen Fuel Lid1When You Cannot Unlock the Hydrogen Fuel Lid
After taking these steps, contact an authorized
Honda Clarity Fuel Cell dealer to have your vehicle
checked.
Cover
Release Lever
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