Before Starting the Power System
Make sure the parking brake is applied. Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting the power system.
The power system is harder to start in cold weather. When starting the power system in cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce 12-volt battery drain.
U.S. models
If the temperature of the High Voltage battery drops below approximately -22°F ( -30°C), the power system will not start, the High Voltage battery will not operate and, as a result, the vehicle will not start. 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.
Canadian models
If the temperature of the High Voltage battery drops to approximately -22°F (-30°C) or below, the power system will not start. Wait for the High Voltage battery to warm up or move the vehicle to a warmer location. Note: plugging the vehicle in will not help in this case. 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.
Changing the Power Mode
Use the POWER button to cycle through power modes or start the power system.
Accessory or On mode: Press the POWER button once without pressing the brake pedal for Accessory mode. Press it again for On mode.
Starting the power system: Press and hold the brake pedal, then press the POWER button. Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal until the Ready to Drive indicator comes on.
Turning the power mode off: Put the transmission into Park (P), then press the POWER button. If you press the button and the shift button is not in P, the gear position automatically changes to P.