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You may opt out of the arbitration provisions within 30 days of your initial use • Bluetooth Audio • Immobilizer system ® of the Software by sending a signed, written notice to HoNDA at American • Bluetooth HandsFreeLink • Smart entry system ®...
VEHICLE CONTROLS ......39 Siri eyes Free ........81 ® copy, visit owners.honda.com and create or log in to your account. In Canada, Using the remote Transmitter ..39 NAVIGATION ........82 please request a copy from your Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
™ ™ Contact Us ........155 LaneWatch ........111 ™ Honda roadside Assistance ..155 Multi-view rear Camera ....113 Warranty Coverages ...... 156 recharging ........114 ePA Contact Information ....156 Improving energy efficiency ..117 refueling .......... 118 VOICE COMMAND INDEX ....
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Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls (continued) Dashboard and Other Controls z { | u v w x y z { vehicle Stability Assist (vSA ®) PoWer button p. 96 system oFF button p. 103 Seat Heater Buttons p. 56 road Departure Mitigation Navigation system p.
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• High Voltage Battery Charge Level Gauge – Displays the battery state of For more information on the vehicle’s drive sources, operational characteristics, charge. When displaying one segment, ev is restricted as a propulsion and regenerative energy and braking functions, see the owner’s Manual online source. at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canada).
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• If the vehicle is damaged in a collision, have it repaired by an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer: Certain types of impacts or collisions may activate the emergency shutdown system. When this happens, the high voltage system shuts down and the vehicle no longer will move under its own power.
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SAFETY SAFETY SAFETY INFORMATION Carbon Monoxide Gas The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important and operating this odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
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Using a seat belt that is not working properly may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid 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.
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SAFETY SAFETY Fastening a Seat Belt Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor Adjust your seat to the proper position (see page 47) and then follow the The front seats have adjustable shoulder anchors to accommodate taller Pull out below steps: and shorter occupants. slowly.
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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. •...
Honda position and to help maximize the benefit provided by the vehicle’s other Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer as soon safety features.
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• Have your vehicle checked by an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid or not the belts are fastened. dealer as soon as possible if: 7.
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When the vehicle has been in a moderate-to-severe collision the LATCH system. even if the airbags did not inflate, have your authorized Honda Clarity Plug- • Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the belt In Hybrid dealer inspect the following: the driver’s seat position sensor,...
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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.
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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.
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SAFETY SAFETY Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt 5. Grab the shoulder part of the seat 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.
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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 to use for Strap 4.
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SAFETY SAFETY Protecting Larger Children Safety Label Locations When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards the lap/shoulder seat belt. that can cause serious injury or death.
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If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, or at any other time, there may be a problem. See your authorized Honda Clarity and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to Plug-In Hybrid dealer if necessary.
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Turn the vehicle off and then on again. If it continues to blink, there Close any open doors or the trunk. A beep sounds if any doors or the may be a problem with the system. See your authorized Honda Clarity trunk is opened while driving.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL INSTRUMENT PANEL On/Off Indicators Driver Information Interface (DII) These indicators remind you when an item is on or off. Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information. Press the Display/Information button vSA off LKAS on see the current display. vSA engaged (blinks) ACC on CMBS off...
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INSTRUMENT PANEL VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Lower Displays Press the TrIP button to cycle through the displays shown below: Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the vehicle. TRIP Outside temperature Using the Remote Transmitter Lock or unlock the doors, charge lid, and trunk. TRIP TRIP Odometer...
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VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Smart Entry System Walk Away Auto Lock When you walk away from the vehicle while carrying the remote transmitter, When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purse) and the doors can automatically lock if the following conditions are met: it is outside the vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), you can lock or unlock the doors and trunk without handling the transmitter.
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VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Door Operation Childproof Door Locks Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors. The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from Using the Lock Tab Lock Tab To Lock the inside regardless of the position To unlock: Pull the lock tab rearward.
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VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Power Window Operation Interior and Exterior Lights The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is on by operate interior and exterior lights when the power mode is on or off. using the switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used Brightness Control to open and close all the windows.
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VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Exterior Lights NOTICE rotate the switch on the headlight lever to operate the exterior lights. Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get scratched or the rubber blades will get damaged. OFF: All exterior lights are off.
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VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Driver’s Seat Floor Mats Position the front seat floor mats Front Power Seats* Unlock properly and anchor them. If they are not properly positioned, the floor Horizontal mats can interfere with the front seat Position functions. Lock Adjustment Do not put additional floor mats on...
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VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Front and Rear Center Heat Restraints Rear Seats Separately raise or lower the left and right 60/40 rear seat backs to make room for bulkier items. To remove the head restraint: Pull the rear restraint up as far as it will go. Then Fold the Rear Seat Backs push the release button and pull the 1.
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VEHICLE CONTROLS VEHICLE CONTROLS Adjusting the Steering Wheel Adjusting the Mirrors The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that Adjust the angle of the mirrors for the best visibility when you are sitting in the you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
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To retrain a button or erase codes, see the owner’s Manual at 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.
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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. Select items on the touchscreen to make selections.
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.
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.
HondaLink Menu ® Select a menu option. Provides you with useful information about your vehicle directly from Honda. visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink (U.S) or phone (888) 528-7876 (U.S. Places*: Display restaurants, gas and Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates may apply with stations, and other locations.
See dealer for details. Only use CarPlay when conditions allow you to do so safely. See your Owner’s Manual at owners.honda.com for further license and warranty terms. 64 |...
Android Auto application is downloaded to the user’s Android phone. Android Auto vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee Android Auto operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in Android Auto software/Android operating system, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolescence of vehicle-integrated hardware or software.
To learn about additional features—such as multi-channel preset, replay, or SportsFlash—see your owner’s Manual at 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.
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 58). your device to the USB port (see page 58).
Play and operate Pandora from your compatible smartphone through the vehicle’s audio system. visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or vehicle’s audio system via the Pandora app. visit automobiles.honda.com/ phone (888) 528-7876 (U.S. and Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard handsfreelink or phone (888) 528-7876 to check phone compatibility. Standard data rates apply with your phone service provider.
Make and receive phone calls using the vehicle’s audio system, without phone screen. handling your phone. visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or Settings: Select phone (888) 528-7876 (U.S. and Canada) to check phone compatibility. Phone from the...
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.
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BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK Using Speed Dial Using the touchscreen Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries. Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. voice commands Using voice commands are always available. 1. Press the Talk button before you 1.
Activate Siri through your vehicle when an iPhone is paired to the system. visit connected phone. visit automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or phone automobiles.honda.com/handsfreelink (U.S.) or phone (888) 528-7876 (U.S. and (888) 528-7876 (U.S. and Canada) to check phone compatibility. Standard Canada) to check phone compatibility.
NAVIGATION NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Navigation Display and Controls Touch icons on the screen to enter information and make selections. Learn how to enter a destination and operate the navigation system. Basic Navigation Operation Traffic Search A real-time navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your incident icon icon current location and help guide you to a desired destination.
NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Entering a Destination Street Address enter a street address. Use several methods to enter a destination. 1. From the map screen, select the Home Address Search icon. Store your home address in the system so you can easily route to it. 2.
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NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Place Category Saved Places enter a destination using a point of interest or landmark. Save locations so you can quickly route to them. Saving a location 1. From the map screen, select the 1. From the map screen, select the Search icon.
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NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Routing Traffic view traffic flow and incidents in major metro areas. Traffic alerts are After a destination is set, you can alter or cancel your route. accompanied by an audible beep. Pop-up messages and traffic information Map Legend can be viewed when you are on the map screen.
DRIVING DRIVING DRIVING Interior Checks • Store or secure all items on board properly. Learn about preparation for driving, as well as other features. • Do not pile items higher in the cargo area than the seat-back height. Before Driving •...
However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the aiming readjusted at your authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
Store the vehicle in a garage or take another measure to insure that temperature of the High voltage battery does not fall below this temperature. If necessary, consult an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
DRIVING DRIVING Changing the Power Mode Note: Use the PoWer button to cycle through power modes or start the power The gear position automatically changes to Park (P), if you open the driver’s system. door under the following conditions: • The vehicle is stationary with the power mode in oN or moving at 1 mph (2 Accessory or On mode: Press the km/h) or slower.
DRIVING DRIVING Braking Parking Brake Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked. To apply: Pull up the switch. The BrAKe indicator (red) appears in the Foot Brake instrument panel. The eletric parking Press the brake pedal to slow down brake can be applied any time the or stop your vehicle from moving.
DRIVING DRIVING Automatic brake hold cancels when: Eco Assist • Braking is applied for more than 10 minutes. Can help improve your energy efficiency by adjusting the performance of the • The electric parking brake is engaged. climate control system and accelerator pedal. •...
DRIVING DRIVING Deceleration Paddle Selector SPORT Mode When you release the accelerator pedal, you can control the rate of enhances the vehicle’s agility and responsiveness. SPorT mode is set to off deceleration without releasing your hands from the steering wheel. Using every time the power system is started.
DRIVING DRIVING Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) Adjusting the Following Interval Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following interval behind a Press the Interval button to change vehicle detected ahead of you. the following-interval. each time you press the button, the following- reS/+ button interval setting cycles through short,...
DRIVING DRIVING Canceling ACC Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Provides steering input to help keep the vehicle in the middle of a detected Press the CANCeL or MAIN buttons, lane and visual and tactile alerts if the vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane or press the brake pedal.
DRIVING DRIVING Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) Changing Settings Determine the warning type. Alerts and helps to assist you if the system determines a possibility of your vehicle unintentionally crossing over detected lane markings while driving 1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings. between 45–90 mph (72–145 km/h).
DRIVING DRIVING Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS Changing Settings ™ ™ Determine the warning timing. Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a pedestrian detected in front of you. 1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings. The system can give you visual, audible, 2.
DRIVING DRIVING Activating LaneWatch Multi-View Rear Camera Normal View Mode Wide View Mode When you shift into reverse (r), a real-time image of the area behind your Activate the right turn signal. The LaneWatch display appears. Check vehicle is shown in the upper display along with helpful parking guidelines. the display for blind spots, and visually confirm that it is safe to Press the selector knob or touch icons on the screen to change views.
• 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 READY Indicator devices, contact an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer. Plug 4. Insert the plug into a 120-volt wall Plug •...
DRIVING DRIVING When Charging is Complete WARNING Improper usage and handling of the 120-volt charger can cause a fire, Press the release button on the seriously injuring you or others. charge connector to release it from Release button Always insert the plug fully into a properly rated and grounded the wall the inlet.
• Do NoT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol. wait for the message to disappear. If the message does not disappear or • Do NoT use gasoline containing methanol. reappears, contact an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer for repairs. • Do NoT use gasoline containing MMT.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Jump Starting WARNING Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously power system, then open the hood. injuring anyone nearby.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Emergency Power System Stop 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...
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation Tire Repair Kit each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle gradually to reduce speed.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Fuse Locations NOTICE If any electrical devices are not working, turn the vehicle off and check to see If the required air pressure is not reached within 10 minutes, the tire may if any applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. be too severely damaged for the kit to provide the necessary seal and your Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.
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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED Fuse Box B Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Boxes Fuse boxes A–D are all behind the same panel, under the driver’s side Attached to the 12-volt battery (+) dashboard. terminal. replacement of these fuses should be done by an authorized Fuse Label Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
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7.5 A − − − − (7.5 A) (7.5 A) OPTION OPTION 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A For any fuses needing replacement in fuse box D, see an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer. 130 | | 131...
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Maintenance Minder ™ reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due. Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourself, as When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a well as information about how to best maintain the vehicle. message appears on the driver information interface every time you turn the Safety Precautions vehicle on.
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Maintenance Minder Service Codes Canadian models These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle. CODE Maintenance Main Items U.S. models Replace engine oil and oil lter CODE Maintenance Main Items *1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Under the Hood Opening the Hood 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface Hood Release Handle and set the parking brake. 2. Pull the hood release handle Engine Oil Fill Cap Brake Fluid under the lower left corner of the (Black Cap) dashboard.
If temperatures consistently below −31°F (−35°C) are expected, the coolant mixture should be changed to a higher concentration. Consult an authorized Honda Clarity Plug-In Hybrid dealer for more information. NOTICE Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Immediately clean any spills—they can damage components in the motor compartment.
The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the between the upper and lower reserve tank. We recommend Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. marks. Add oil if necessary. Pour the fluid carefully.
Have your vehicle 4. Press the p/q to select the maintenance item to reset or select All Due Test Indicator Window checked by an authorized Honda Clarity Items (you can also select cancel to end the process). Plug-In Hybrid dealer.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Changing Wiper Blades 6. Insert the flat end of a new blade into the holder. Secure the end of the If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning them first blade into the cap. with a paper towel or soft cloth and wiper fluid. If the wiper blade rubber has Wiper Blade deteriorated, it will leave streaks and can scratch the window glass.
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MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Inspection Guidelines Tire and Loading Information Label every time you inflate the tires, check for the following: The label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and loading information. • Any damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in the side or tread.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Tire Service Life Tire Labeling The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you road conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, should be aware of are described below.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE DOT Tire Quality Grading Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety requirements. All tires are tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory to Department of Transportation (DoT) standards.
Brake Fluid 5. Keep the vehicle in Park (P). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm and Speci ed Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Refrigerant Type HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf) Charge Quantity 13.9 – 15.7 oz (395 – 445 g) Transmission Fluid hold it there for about 3 minutes.
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.
• Air conditioner off** Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty • Temperature max cool information can be found on the Warranty CD or at owners.honda.com (U.S.) or • Defrost on** www.myhonda.ca (Canada). • Defrost off** EPA Contact Information U.S.
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) ..74 cannot be controlled using voice commands. ABS............34 e-Mail ..........80 FM/AM Radio Commands Disc (CD) Commands ACC ............34 HFL Controls ........74 •...
Power System Start .....94 Power Mode ........96 HondaLink Assist.........63 Music search ........158 reporting Safety Defects ....32 recharging ........114 Honda roadside Assistance ...155 Navigation ..........82 road Departure Mitigation (rDM) .108 remote Power System Start ...94 Hood ............136 Display and Controls ......83 roadside Assistance ......155...
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Talk button ..........74 Window..........44 but it remains confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is Talk Button Tips ......75, 82 Window Washer Fluid ......143 uploaded to Honda upon vehicle start up. Text Messaging ........80 Wiper Blades ........144 Tire Information .........145 Wiper operation ........46 DoT Tire Quality Grading ....150...
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