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Honda Clarity ELECTRIC 2018 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 2018 ELECTRIC OWNER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Audio • Smart Entry System ® You may opt out of the arbitration provisions within 30 days of your initial use of the Software by sending a signed, written notice to HONDA at American • Bluetooth HandsFreeLink • Wi-Fi ®...
  • Page 3 Driver Information Interface (DII) ..34 NAVIGATION ........80 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. strives to be proactive in protecting our VEHICLE CONTROLS ......36 Basic Navigation Operation .... 80 environment and natural resources.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Low Speed Follow (LSF) ..103 Frequently Asked Questions/ Lane Keeping Assist Troubleshooting ....... 144 System (LKAS) ........ 106 Contact Us ........145 Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) 107 Honda Roadside Assistance ..145 Collision Mitigation Braking Warranty Coverages ...... 146 System (CMBS ) ......109 ™...
  • Page 5 Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls (continued) Dashboard and Other Controls u v w x y z { Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA POWER button p. 94 ® ® OFF button p. 102 Seat Heater Buttons p. 54 Road Departure Mitigation Navigation system p.
  • Page 6 To place the High Voltage system back in If your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time (as when being operation, consult an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer. stored), periodically recharge the battery to maintain sufficient charge levels.
  • Page 7 When you see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close Only a qualified technician should handle any electrical equipment. For attention. inspection and repair, consult an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer. You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t WARNING DANGER follow instructions.
  • Page 8 Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer check the belt as soon as possible. WARNING Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
  • Page 9 SAFETY SAFETY Fastening a Seat Belt Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor Adjust your seat to the proper position (see page 45) and then follow the The front seats have adjustable shoulder anchors to accommodate taller Pull out below steps: and shorter occupants. slowly.
  • Page 10 SAFETY SAFETY Airbags For the advanced airbags to work properly: • Do not spill any liquid on or under the seats. Your vehicle is equipped with four types of airbags: front airbags, side airbags, side curtain airbags, and a driver’s knee airbag. •...
  • Page 11 Honda safety features. Clarity Electric dealer as soon as possible.
  • Page 12 Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer as soon or not the belts are fastened. as possible if: 7.
  • Page 13 When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision in an approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using Even if the airbags did not inflate, have your authorized Honda Clarity either the lap belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of Electric dealer inspect the following: the driver’s seat position sensor,...
  • Page 14 SAFETY SAFETY Protecting Smaller Children WARNING If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicated by Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck the child seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a can result in serious injury or death.
  • Page 15 SAFETY SAFETY WARNING 5. Tighten the tether strap according Straight Top Tether Type Tether to the seat manufacturer’s Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously Strap instructions. injured or killed in a crash. Hook 6. Make sure the child seat is firmly Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child secured by rocking it forward seat.
  • Page 16 SAFETY SAFETY 5. Grab the shoulder part of the seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt belt near the buckle, and pull up to A child seat can be installed with a lap/shoulder belt in any rear seat or, if remove any slack from the lap part absolutely necessary, the front passenger seat.
  • Page 17 SAFETY SAFETY Adding Security with a Tether 3. Secure the tether strap hook onto Straight Top Tether Type A tether anchorage point is provided behind each rear seating position. A the anchor. Tether child seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can use Strap 4.
  • Page 18 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear...
  • Page 19 These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving radar sensor is blocked. or at any other time, there may be a problem. See your authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer if necessary. Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Brake System There is a problem with the system.
  • Page 20 Check the display for more information. Ready The vehicle is ready to drive. Power System There is a problem with the power system or plug-in charging system. Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer immediately. 32 | | 33...
  • Page 21 INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL Driver Information Interface (DII) Lower Displays Press the TRIP button to cycle through the displays shown below: Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information. Press the Display/Information button TRIP see the current display. Outside temperature TRIP TRIP...
  • Page 22 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Smart Entry System When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purse) and Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the it is outside the vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can vehicle.
  • Page 23 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Walk Away Auto Lock Door Operation When you walk away from the vehicle while carrying the remote transmitter, Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors. the doors can automatically lock if the following conditions are met: Using the Lock Tab Lock Tab •...
  • Page 24 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Power Window Operation Childproof Door Locks The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is on by The childproof door locks prevent the using the switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used rear doors from being opened from to open and close all the windows.
  • Page 25 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Interior and Exterior Lights Wiper Operation Operate interior and exterior lights when the power mode is on or off. The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the power mode is on. Move the wiper lever up or down to the desired position. Brightness Control Button Adjust instrument panel brightness...
  • Page 26 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Adusting the Seats NOTICE Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety. Always ensure the wiper lever is in the OFF position before entering a car Adjusting the Front Seats wash to prevent severe damage to the windshield wiper system. Adjust the driver’s seat as far back NOTICE as possible while allowing you to...
  • Page 27 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Driver’s Seat Adjusting the Head Restraints Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions. Head restraints are most effective for protection against whiplash and other rear- impact crash injuries. Horizontal Position The center of the back of the Adjustment occupant’s head should rest against the center of the restraint.
  • Page 28 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Rear Seats To remove the head restraint: Pull the Rear restraint up as far as it will go. Then Separately raise or lower the left and right 60/40 rear seat backs to make room push the release button and pull the for luggage.
  • Page 29 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Adjusting the Steering Wheel You can use the buttons on the driver’s door to store two driver’s seat positions The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that into memory when the vehicle is on. you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
  • Page 30 To retrain a button or erase codes, see the Owner’s Manual at ev.owners. Fresh air mode (both indicators off): Maintains outside honda.com. ventilation. Keep the system in fresh air mode in normal If you need help, visit www.homelink.com or call (800) 355-3515.
  • Page 31 VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Seat Heaters Customized Features Quickly warm the seats when the power mode is on. Use the Settings menu to customize certain features when the vehicle is stopped. Press the seat heater switch to cycle through the heat settings. An indicator Select items on the touchscreen to make selections.
  • Page 32 AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY Audio Remote Controls You can operate certain functions of the audio system using the steering Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system. wheel controls. Basic Audio Operation button: Press until the audio Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio system.
  • Page 33 AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY p / q buttons: Cycle through available audio modes or scroll through audio Touchscreen Operation options in the Driver Information Interface Use simple gestures—including touching, swiping, and scrolling—to operate From the audio screen in the Driver Information Interface: certain audio functions.
  • Page 34 HondaLink Menu ® Select a menu option. Provides you with useful information about your vehicle directly from Honda. Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink or call (888) 528-7876 to check Places: Display restaurants, gas phone compatibility. Standard data rates may apply with your phone service stations, and other locations.
  • Page 35 Wi-Fi when the vehicle is stopped. Standard data rates apply with your port (see page 56). phone service provider. 2. Apple CarPlay requires you to send vehicle information to Honda. Select 1. From the HOME screen, select Enable Once, Always Enable, or Settings.
  • Page 36 Apple iOS terms of use. CarPlay vehicle integration is provided “as is,” connected to Android Auto, calls can only be made through Android Auto, and Honda cannot guarantee CarPlay operability or functionality now or in the not through Bluetooth HandsFreeLink.
  • Page 37 To learn about additional features—such as multi-channel preset, replay, or SportsFlash—see your Owner’s Manual at ev.owners.honda.com. Available in the U.S. and Canada, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico. is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio, Inc.
  • Page 38 AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY iPod USB Flash Drive ® Play and operate an iPod through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your Play and operate a USB flash drive through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect device to the USB port (see page 56). your device to the USB port (see page 56).
  • Page 39 Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone through the vehicle’s Play and operate Pandora from your compatible phone through the vehicle’s audio system. Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ or call (888) 528-7876 audio system. Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ or call (888) 528-7876 to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply with your phone service to check phone compatibility.
  • Page 40 Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without handling phone screen. your phone. Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ or call (888) 528-7876 to Settings: Select check phone compatibility. Phone from the To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain manual functions may Settings screen be inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 41 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK ® ® ® ® Pairing a Phone Making a Call To use hands-free phone and streaming audio functions, you must first pair your You can make a call using several methods. phone to the system. This can only be done when the vehicle is stopped. Use Dialing a Number the touchscreen to make and enter selections.
  • Page 42 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK ® ® ® ® Using Speed Dial Using the touchscreen Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries. 1. Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. Voice Using voice commands commands are always available. 1.
  • Page 43 Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone is paired to the system. Visit connected phone. automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink/ or call (888) 528-7876 to check phone Visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink or call (888) 528-7876 to check phone compatibility. compatibility. Standard message rates apply with your phone service provider.
  • Page 44 NAVIGATION NAVIGATION NAVIGATION System Guidance Volume Adjust the navigation system volume. Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system. 1. From the HOME screen, select Basic Navigation Operation Settings. 2. Select System. A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current location and help guide you to a desired destination.
  • Page 45 NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Navigation Display and Controls Entering a Destination Touch icons on the screen to enter information and make selections. Use several methods to enter a destination. Home Address Traffic Search Store your home address in the system so you can easily route to it. incident icon icon 1.
  • Page 46 NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Street Address Place Category Enter a street address. Enter a destination using a point of interest or landmark. 1. From the map screen, select the 1. From the map screen, select the Search icon. Search icon. 2. Select Address. 2.
  • Page 47 NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Saved Places Routing Save locations so you can quickly route to them. After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route. Saving a location Map Legend 1. From the map screen, select the During route guidance Search icon.

  • Page 48: Driving

    NAVIGATION DRIVING DRIVING Traffic View traffic flow and incidents in major metro areas. Traffic alerts are Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features. accompanied by an audible beep. Pop-up messages and traffic information Before Driving can be viewed when you are on the map screen. You can also select traffic to avoid.

  • Page 49: Maximum Load Limit

    DRIVING DRIVING Interior Checks Maximum Load Limit • Store or secure all items on board properly. Carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle’s • Do not pile items higher in the cargo area than the seat-back height. handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.

  • Page 50: Towing A Trailer

    Press and hold the climate button. to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or pull a trailer, have the aiming readjusted at your authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer or by a qualified technician. Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer.

  • Page 51: Starting To Drive

    DRIVING DRIVING Starting to Drive Shifting Turn on the power mode and start the power system to begin driving. Select the vehicle’s gear using a simple button interface. Apply the brake pedal and select a gear. Before Starting the Power System Park (P): Press to put the vehicle in Park.

  • Page 52: Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System

    DRIVING DRIVING Braking WARNING Slow down or stop your vehicle and keep it from moving when parked. The vehicle can roll away if left unattended without confirming that Park (P) is engaged. Always keep your foot on the brake pedal until you have confirmed Foot Brake that P is shown on the gear position indicator.
  • Page 53 DRIVING DRIVING Parking Brake Automatic brake hold cancels when: • Braking is applied for more than 10 minutes. To apply: Pull up the switch. The • The electric parking brake is engaged. BRAKE indicator appears in the instrument panel. Hold the switch up •...

  • Page 54: Eco Assist® System

    DRIVING DRIVING Eco Assist® System Deceleration Paddle Selector Can help improve your efficiency by adjusting the performance of the power Use the deceleration paddle selector to control the rate of deceleration. This system, transmission, climate control system, and cruise control. simulates engine braking as it recovers energy via regenerative braking and helps you keep a distance between your vehicle and a vehicle ahead.

  • Page 55: Sport Mode

    DRIVING DRIVING SPORT Mode Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Enhances the vehicle’s agility and responsiveness. SPORT mode is set to off Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following interval behind a every time the power system is started. vehicle detected ahead of yours.
  • Page 56 DRIVING DRIVING Adjusting the Following Interval Cancelling ACC Press the Interval button to change Press the CANCEL or MAIN buttons the following interval. Each time or press the brake pedal. you press the button, the following- Certain conditions may cause ACC to interval setting cycles through short, cancel automatically.

  • Page 57: Lane Keeping Assist System (Lkas)

    DRIVING DRIVING Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected Alerts and helps to assist you if the system determines a possibility of your lane and visual and tactile alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane vehicle unintentionally crossing over detected lane markings while driving while driving between 45–90 mph (72–145 km/h).

  • Page 58: Collision Mitigation Braking System ™ (Cmbs ™ )

    DRIVING DRIVING Changing Settings Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS ™ ™ Determine the warning type. Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a pedestrian detected in front of yours. 1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.

  • Page 59: Lanewatch

    DRIVING DRIVING Changing Settings Activating LaneWatch Determine the warning timing. Activate the right turn signal. The LaneWatch display appears. Check 1. From the HOME screen, select the display for blind spots and visually Settings. confirm that it is safe to change lanes. 2.

  • Page 60: Multi-View Rear Camera

    • Make sure the control box, charge connector, and charging cable are free from any damage, including cracks or frays. If you find any damage to the devices, contact an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer. Changing Camera Settings • Make sure the charge connector and inlet are clean. If you find any Turn the guidelines on or off.
  • Page 61 DRIVING DRIVING How to Charge (Level 1) WARNING Improper usage and handling of the 120-volt charger can cause a fire, 1. Put the transmission into Park (P) seriously injuring you or others. and set the power mode to OFF. Always insert the plug fully into a properly rated and grounded the wall 2.

  • Page 62: Improving Energy Efficiency

    If the message does not disappear or reappears, contact an authorized Honda user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the Clarity Electric dealer for repairs.

  • Page 63: Emergency Power System Off

    HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Emergency Power System Off Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The POWER button may be used to stop the power system due to an emergency Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving. situation even while driving. If you must stop the power system, choose one of If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes the following operations: significantly low, the low tire pressure...

  • Page 64: Tire Repair Kit

    Stop in a safe place. Follow the steps below. Go to an manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or replaced.

  • Page 65: Fuse Locations

    Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number should be done by an authorized and box cover number. Honda Clarity Electric dealer. Motor Compartment Fuse Box Fuse Box A Located under the hood near the windshield washer reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.
  • Page 66 P-ACT DRV 7.5 A − − − − (7.5 A) (7.5 A) OPTION OPTION 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A Replacement of box-D fuses should be done by an authorized Honda Clarity Electric dealer. 124 | | 125...

  • Page 67: Maintenance

    3. If the fuse is blown, have it maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given replaced by an authorized Honda task. Clarity Electric dealer.

  • Page 68: Maintenance Minder

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Maintenance Minder Maintenance Minder Service Codes ™ These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle. Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due. When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a CODE Maintenance Items message appears on the driver information interface every time you turn the •...

  • Page 69: Under The Hood

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Under the Hood Opening the Hood 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface Hood Release Handle HV Battery System and set the parking brake. Coolant Reserve Tank 2. Pull the hood release handle Brake Fluid (Black Cap) under the lower left corner of the dashboard.

  • Page 70: Coolant Levels

    The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the Reserve MIN mark, inspect the cooling reserve tank. We recommend Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. Tank system for leaks. Only a properly trained technician can refill the Pour the fluid carefully.

  • Page 71: Checking The 12-Volt Battery

    2. While holding the wiper switch in the interface appears. Have your vehicle MIST position, set the power mode to Test Indicator Window checked by an authorized Honda Clarity ON, then to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). The Electric dealer. wipers move to their maintenance position.

  • Page 72: Tire Information

    Replace tires if you see fabric or cord. until it locks. Lower the wiper arms when done. • Uneven or excessive tread wear. Have an authorized Honda Clarity Holder Electric dealer check the wheel alignment. 8. Set the power mode to ON. Hold the wiper switch in the MIST position •...
  • Page 73 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Tire and Loading Information Label Tire Service Life The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, loading information. road conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).

  • Page 74: Tire Labeling

    MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Tire Labeling DOT Tire Quality Grading The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are should be aware of are described below. also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards.

  • Page 75: Air Conditioning

    Brake Fluid Glove Box Light Front Foot Lights Air Conditioning Specified Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Trunk Light Charge Indicator Light Transmission Fluid To ensure proper and safe operation, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE Tires...

  • Page 76: Customer Information

    Q: Every time I press the Talk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn these off?* Learn about information specific to you as a Honda customer and how to get A: From the HOME screen, select SETTINGS. Select System, then select Voice help.

  • Page 77: Warranty Coverages

    Press the Talk button before you say a command. Powertrain Limited Warranty: The powertrain in your new Honda is covered by Voice Portal Commands a limited warranty. The duration of warranty coverage may vary.

  • Page 78: Index

    VOICE COMMAND INDEX INDEX INDEX Audio Commands The system accepts these commands on most screens. Audio volume levels About Battery Electric Vehicles ..4 Bluetooth Handsfreelink (HFL) ..72 cannot be controlled using voice commands. ABS............31 E-Mail ..........78 FM/AM Radio Commands Disc (CD) Commands ACC ............31 HFL Controls ........72 •...
  • Page 79 Map Legend ........87 Safety Messages ........7 Collision Mitigation Braking HondaLink Assist.........77 Place Category ........85 Seat Belts ..........8 System (CMBS) ......109 Honda Roadside Assistance ...145 Recent Places ........85 Saved Places ........86 Lane Keeping Assist Hood ............130 Routing ..........87 Seat belt reminder ......32 System (LKAS) ........106...
  • Page 80 INDEX INDEX DISCLOSURES Steering Wheel and TPMS........31, 119, 120 Nearby Controls .......1, 2 Traffic ............88 Steering Wheel Controls....57, 80 Trip Computer ........35 California Proposition 65 Warning Street Address........84 Troubleshooting .........144 WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger Supplemental Restraint Trunk ............37 vehicle or offroad vehicle can expose you to chemicals System (SRS) ........30 Trunk Opener ........40...
  • Page 81 (U.S.) 31TRVG11 OG-08999 2018 Honda Clarity Electric Owner’s Guide 00X31-TRV-G111 ©2018 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. — All Rights Reserved Printed in Japan Printed in Japan...

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