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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Honda -> Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Front -> Overhaul -> Rear -> Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS

Front

Replace
  • Raise and support front of vehicle, then remove tire and wheel assemblies.
  • Remove banjo bolt and disconnect brake hose.
  • Remove mounting bolts and caliper.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Overhaul
Disassemble
  • Remove pad spring.
  • Place suitable wooden block or shop rag in caliper opposite piston, then carefully remove piston from caliper by applying air pressure through brake line hole with OSHA-approved 30 psi nozzle.
  • Remove boot clip, piston boot and piston seal.
Assemble
  • Clean piston and caliper bore with brake fluid, then inspect for wear or damage.
  • Apply brake cylinder grease t...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Honda -> Component Locations -> Element
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GAS

Refer to Fig. f...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Lift up locking tab on spindle nut then remove nut.
  • Drain transmission fluid and reinstall drain plug using new washer.
  • Hold stabilizer ball joint pin with suitable tool and remove flange nut.
  • Separate front stabilizer link from lower arm.
  • Pull knuckle outward and remove driveshaft outboard joint from wheel hub using a plastic hammer.
  • Left driveshaft, pry inboard joint from transmission housing with a suitable tool.
  • Remove driveshaft as ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove intake manifold.
  • Disconnect starter cable from B+ terminal and wire from S-terminal.
  • Remove harness clamp and holder.
  • Remove two mounting bolts a...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Honda -> 2003-09 Element
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS

On 2003-06 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles or 24 months. The filter should be replaced more often if air flow is less than normal or if the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles.

On 2007-09 models, the cabin air filter should be replaced at Maintenance Minder Indicator Symbol 2. If the vehicle is operated primarily in urban areas with high concentrations of soot and diesel powered vehicles, replace the filter every 15,000 miles. The filter should be replaced more often if air fl...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Honda -> Maintenance Required Lamp -> 2003-09 Element
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Turn ignition On.
  • If system message(s) are displayed, press the INFO button to cancel the display.
  • Press trip meter SELECT/RESET knob repeatedly until engine oil life indicator is displayed, Fig. .
  • Press and hold SELECT/RESET knob for appr...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp and remove hose from thermostat side of water passage.
  • Reposition hose clamp and remove hose from radiator outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reve...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2005 Honda Element cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Steering Column Diagram for 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GASSteering Column Diagram for 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Horn Switch
  • Cruise Control Switch
  • Steering Wheel
  • Airbag First Inflator Connector
  • Airbag Second Inflator Connector
  • Instrument Panel Diagram for 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GASInstrument Panel Diagram for 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Connector C-551
  • Connector C-552
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2005 Honda Element cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Cruise Control Actuator
  • Cruise Control Indicator
  • Cruise Control Main Switch
  • 2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2005 Honda Element LX 2.4 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Radiator Fan Relay
  • A/C Condenser Fan Motor
  • Radiator Fan Motor
  • A/C Condenser Fan Relay
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2005 Honda Element cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: ATEQ VT55 TPMS Update Information
    Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: ED-18 Battery Analyzer Update Information
    Vehicle: 2005 Honda Element EX 2.4 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2005 Honda Element AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2005 Honda Element cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2005 Honda Element cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2005 Honda Element cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2005 Honda Element cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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