fuel HONDA CLARITY FUEL CELL 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

Owner’s Manual
2020 CLARITY
Fuel Cell

Fuel Cell Monitoring System
This vehicle is equipped with a monitoring system that compiles
data about your vehicle and drivin g conditions and transmits that
data to Honda at regular intervals as determined at the discretion
of Honda. This data includes information on but not limited to the
following:
●Vehicle location, distance dr iven, warning indicators and
messages, and vehicle speed
●Fuel cell system control and power generation
The system does not record audio or images.
Data collected is used for the sole purposes of technical diagnoses,
preventive maintenance, resear ch and vehicle development.
Neither Honda nor any third party receiving data will use the data
for any other purpose withou t first obtaining customer
authorization.
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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. 43
For Safe Driving P. 44 Seat Belts P. 48 Airbags P. 55
2Instrument Panel P. 85
Indicators P. 86 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 116
2Controls P. 131
Clock P. 132 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 133
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 154
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 178
2 Features P. 197
Audio System P. 198 Audio System Basic Operation P. 204
Customized Features P. 300 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver P. 326
2 Driving P. 363
Before Driving P. 364 Towing a Trailer P. 369
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 443 Refueling P. 445
2 Maintenance P. 449
Before Performing Maintenance P. 450 Maintenance MinderTM P. 453
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 465
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 480 Cleaning P. 481
2Handling the Unexpected P. 489
If a Tire Goes Flat P. 490 Handling of the Jack P. 502
If Hydrogen Gas is Leaking P. 511 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 513
When You Cannot Unlock the Hydrogen Fuel Lid P. 527
2 Information P. 529
Specifications P. 530 Identification Numbers P. 532
Warranty Coverages P. 535 Authorized Manuals P. 537
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Contents
Child Safety P. 70Safety Labels P. 83
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 146 Security System P. 149 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 152
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 170 Adjusting the Seats P. 172
Climate Control System P. 188
Audio Error Messages P. 277 General Information on the Audio System P. 281
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 329
When Driving P. 370 Braking P. 425Parking Your Vehicle P. 441
Fuel Economy P. 448
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 457 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 463
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 468 12-Volt Battery P. 477 Remote Transmitter Care P. 479
Accessories and Modifications P. 487
Power System Won’t Start P. 503 Jump Starting P. 506 Overheating P. 509
Fuses P. 518 Emergency Towing P. 526
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 528
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 533 Reporting Safety Defects P. 534
Customer Service Information P. 538
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 43
Instrument PanelP. 85
ControlsP. 131
FeaturesP. 197
DrivingP. 363
MaintenanceP. 449
Handling the UnexpectedP. 489
InformationP. 529
IndexP. 540
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❚Power Window Switches (P 152)
❚Trunk Opener (P 146)
❚Driver’s Knee Airbag (P 62)
❚Door Mirror Controls (P 171)
❚Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 144)
❚Hydrogen Fuel Lid Release Button (P 446)
❚SET Button (P 168)
❚Automatic Brake Hold Button (P 429)
❚Passenger’s Front Airbag (P 58)
❚Rearview Mirror (P 170)
❚SPORT Button (P 381)
❚Glove Box (P 180)
❚Shift Button
Electronic Gear Selector
(P 375)
❚Accessory Power Socket (P 184)
❚Hood Release Handle (P 458)
❚Memory Buttons (P 168)
❚Driver’s Front Airbag (P 58)
❚Electric Parking Brake Switch (P 425)
❚Interior Fuse Box (P 520)
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❚Maintenance Under the Hood (P 457)
❚Windshield Wipers (P 162, 465)
❚Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 135)
❚Power Door Mirrors (P 171)
❚Headlights (P 158, 463)
❚Front Side Marker Lights (P 158, 463)
❚Front Turn Signal Lights (P 157, 463)
❚How to Refuel (P 446)
❚High-Mount Brake Light (P 464)
❚Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 148)
❚Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 146)
❚Brake Lights (P 464)
❚Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 464)
❚Back-Up Lights (P 464)
❚Taillights (P 464)
❚Trunk Release Button (P 147)
❚Rear License Plate Light (P 464)
❚Multi-View Rear Camera (P 443)
❚Parking/Daytime Running Lights (P 158, 161, 463)
❚Tires (P 468, 490)
❚Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights (P 464)
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Quick Reference Guide
Characteristics of Fuel Cell Vehicles
A fuel cell vehicle (FCV) converts hydrogen gas into electricity which is used to power an electric motor. The FC (fuel cell) system comprises
of hydrogen tanks and an FC stack, as well as other components, and requires a constant supply of hydrogen fuel, and proper cooling and
ventilation to generate electricity.
The FC stack is the main power unit which comprises of a series of fuel cells joined together or “stacked” on one another. With in each fuel
cell, hydrogen reacts with oxygen to create an electric current whic h is used to not only power the motor but also charge a High Voltage
battery. This High Voltage battery provides supplementary power to assist the FC power system when the vehicle is subjected to heavy
acceleration.
Unlike vehicles that use internal combustion engines, FC vehicles emit no harmful emissions such as CO
2 and NOx, and are thus considered
environmentally responsible. The only substance discharged from the tailpipe is water, in the form of both liquid and vapor.
FC Stack
Fuel cell power output may decline faster than usual under the following circumstances:●The vehicle is frequently used in sub-zero temperatures over extended periods of time.●The vehicle is repeatedly left in standby state for extended periods of time.●The FC system is subjected to frequent starting and stopping.●Salt water has permeated the air cleaner element.
u Replace the air cleaner element and clean the surrounding area.
●The vehicle is driven extensively in areas whose air contains high levels of:
Dust
Sulfur (common to hot spring and volcanoes)
Organic solvents, e.g., paints and thinners
Amine-related substa nces, e.g., ammonia
Chlorinated substances, e.g., salt and snow-melting agents
u Once the vehicle is driven in a normal environment again, fuel cell power output will return over time.
In the following circumstances, power output may be temporarily limited:
●You are repeatedly accelerating and decelerating aggressively.●You are ascending a slope or driving at high altitudes above 6,562 feet (2,000 meters). 2 Driver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages (P104)
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Quick Reference Guide
Fuel Cell Power System
The fuel cell power system regulates the fuel cells to maintain efficient power generation in various driving conditions. The p ower system is
unique to fuel cell vehicles and differs to that of conventional internal combustion vehicles or electric vehicles in the following ways:
●Depending on circumstances, the system may n eed to adjust the condition of the fuel cells before shutting down; therefore, the power
system may continue to operate even after the power mode is set to OFF.
●In cold temperatures, the power system may take more time to sta rt or stop than usual as the fuel cells need to be conditioned before
they can generate power.
Hydrogen Tanks
●Outline
The hydrogen tanks are the storage containe rs that house the compressed hydrogen gas.
●Inspection
Owners of fuel cell vehicles are required by law to have these tanks inspected periodically. Filling a hydrogen tank with compr essed
hydrogen gas is prohibited by law if the tank has not passed inspection or if the tank has expired.
The hydrogen tanks are affixed with an expiration date. This da te is also affixed to the underside of the hood and the hydrogen fuel lid. If a
tank has expired, replace it immediately.
●Disposal
Disposal of hydrogen tanks or hydrogen tank valves must be done in accordance with the pertinent rules and regulations of the state or
region within which the tanks or valves are to be disposed of. For details, consult an authorized Honda Clarity Fuel Cell deale r.
●Theft
If your fuel cell vehicle is stolen, be sure to inform the polic e that the vehicle is equipped with tanks filled with compresse d hydrogen gas.
Refueling
Fuel cell vehicles need hydrogen to run. Refuel with compressed hydrogen gas at an authorized hydrogen filling station.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
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Quick Reference Guide
Sounds Unique to the Fuel Cell Vehicle
When you first start driving this vehicle, you likely will hear some unfamiliar sounds, particularly when you first turn on the power system,
while driving, and just after parking. Some of these sounds are unique to this ve hicle’s powertrain, fuel, and climate control systems; others
are similar to sounds generated by conventional automobiles that typically are masked by louder noises absent from a vehicle of this design.
These sounds are not a cause for concern, and you will soon recognize them as normal and thus be able to detect any new or unus ual noise
should one develop.
Certain sounds associated with your vehicle may be caused by:
●Pressurized intake air being released through the rear of the vehicle.
u This can happen if the accelerator is released suddenly when the vehicle is under a heavy load, such as when climbing a hill.
●The power system warming up.
u This sound is particularly loud when temperat ures are extremely low (below –4°F [–20°C]).
●Hydrogen gas flowing through the fuel line during refueling.
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Quick Reference Guide
Fuel Cell Vehicle Precautions
Hydrogen-related Components
Fuel cell vehicles have hydrogen-related components such as hydrogen tanks, an FC stack,
and hydrogen pipelines.
Labels with handling warnings are attached to these components.
Hydrogen
Leak
Detection
System
FC StackHydrogen
Leak
Detection
System
Hydrogen Fuel
Receptacle Hydrogen Tanks
Hydrogen Pipelines
Hydrogen-retaining components
●Hydrogen tanks●Hydrogen pipelines●FC stack
Components with a warning label
●Hydrogen tanks●Compressed hydrogen pipeline●Hydrogen fill pipeline●FC stack●Hydrogen ventilation duct
Hydrogen Leak Detection System locations
●In the motor
compartment●Above the hydrogen fuel receptacle Hydrogen Ventilation Duct
a
Label
a Hydrogen Ventilation Duct
Fuel cells consume oxygen when generating
electricity. If the vehicle is left in standby
state in an enclosed area, the air may
become deprived of oxygen, resulting in
asphyxiation of any person(s) in the area.
Make sure the area is well ventilated before
turning the power system on. If the vehicle
is in a garage, keep the door open.
WARNING
Never leave the fuel cell vehicle in standby
state in an enclosed area that has limited
ventilation as there is a risk of oxygen
deprivation.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify, install, or
disassemble the hydrogen-related
components.
The hydrogen-related components are
filled with hydrogen gas. Removing or
disassembling these components may cause
a hydrogen gas leak which can lead to a fire
or explosion.
If you notice anything unusual about your
vehicle, consult an authorized Honda
Clarity Fuel Cell dealer.
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