I recently purchased 2 Honda Elements. One of those Elements is going to my brother. I wanted to fix it up before I gave it to him and in this video I cover that work.
In this video I replace the rear bumper, exhaust system, serpentine belt, spark plugs, O2 sensors, roof rack(s), brake fluid, clutch fluid, manual transmission fluid, rear differential fluid, cabin air filters, engine air filter, pressure test the cooling system, battery test, battery hold down repair, and I add some rust protection to help prevent further corrosion.
There’s a lot packed into this episode. Be sure to watch the entire thing.
Thanks for watching!
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Parts
Exhaust System: https://www.upsw.com/2005-honda-element-ex-catalytic-converter-and-stainless-steel-exhaust-system-kit/
Serpentine Belt: https://www.amazon.com/Dayco-5070695-Serpentine-Belt/dp/B000JZB3IY/ref=sr_1_1
Manual Transmission Fluid: https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Honda-08798-9031-Manual-Transmission/dp/B001IWL1O8/ref=sr_1_1
Honda Dual Pump II: https://www.amazon.com/Honda-Genuine-08200-9007-Differential-Fluid/dp/B005ETCYYC/ref=sr_1_1
Fluid Pump: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQW5LK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s01
Honda Blue Coolant: https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Honda-Long-Life-Coolant/dp/B006YX9YZE/ref=sr_1_2
Drain Plug Washers: https://www.amazon.com/Aluminum-Washers-Gaskets-Compatible-94109-14000/dp/B07VT14FL7/ref=sr_1_4
O2 sensors: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B081TYYXF3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00
Tools
Bolt Biter Sockets: https://www.gearwrench.com/gearwrench-84784-28-pc-1-4-3-8-drive-bolt-bitertm-impact-extraction-socket-set.html
Radiator PSI Tester: https://www.jbtools.com/fjc-43650-radiator-pressure-tester-kit/
Medtronics Battery Tester: https://www.jbtools.com/midtronics-mdx-p300-12v-battery-and-electrical-system-tester-with-built-in-printer/
Body Clip Tool: https://www.jbtools.com/atd-tools-8576-3-pc-body-clip-removal-tool-set/
Turkey Baster: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N4G04S1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
Brake Cleaner Sprayer: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/titan-tools-tekz-19419-spot-spray-non-aerosol-sprayer#oid=1002_1
CRC Brake Cleaner 5 Gallon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000M8PYRY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
Long snap on 17-19: https://shop.snapon.com/product/Standard-Handle%2C-0°-Offset%2C-mm/17–19-mm-12-Point-Metric-Flank-Drive-High-Performance-Standard-Handle-0°-Offset-Box-Wrench/XDHFM1719
Long Snap on 12-14: https://shop.snapon.com/product/Standard-Handle%2C-0°-Offset%2C-mm/12–14-mm-12-Point-Metric-Flank-Drive-High-Performance-Standard-Handle-0°-Offset-Box-Wrench/XDHFM1214
@MilwaukeeTool Sawsall: https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/SAWZALL-Reciprocating-Saws/SAWZALLS/2721-22HD
Honda Oil Drain Deflector: https://www.bernardiparts.com/Honda-Oil-Drain-Deflector__VSB02C000034.aspx
LOCTITE Sticks: https://www.summitracing.com/parts/lct-38725
Krown Rust Protectant: https://www.amazon.com/Krown-Rust-Control-Lubricant-Pack/dp/B01DI9W0R0/ref=sr_1_3
Related Videos
How To Prevent Catalytic Converter Theft: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fbce8m2KykU
Honda Element Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2i-lhxkIF8&list=PLSzhQ6St-ov1U3cVeQ3Sm1fXclclY1UZe
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I came back to watch this again after discovering a rusted out rear trailing arm mount on my '04 Element. Couldn't remember if you addressed that or not. I definitely need to do the rear bumper replacement as you did. I took inspiration from your rusted frame repair that you did on your Pilot and I fabricated and welded my own repair on my Element's frame. It's not perfect but I am hoping that it does the job. Just had it in to an alignment shop today and discovered that the toe is out of whack beyond the adjustment range of the eccentric bolt. I guess we'll have to live with that. Thanks for all you've done over the years Eric and please keep it up!
im looking to buy one of these as my first honda ever. i think an 08 is what i need to aim for. The sad thing is I have no garage or tools as ive had to relocate and change jobs. I wish i had a shop and mechanic like yours in the vicinity.
Better not to hear from the brother. LOL.
Amazing video for me as a 04 crv owner. Especially amazing camera work at 24:52 breaking the corroded nuts off the studs!
Love your posts….even moreso now that I know you are an element guy …I have four…three manuals and an automatic.
I’ve the same Noco charger, it’s great to have.
dude you talk shit about your other techs at your honda job just sucking and refilling the master and then you did the same thing, are you one of those guys that talks shit about other techs to get work?
Thank you for your channel, your skill, and your voice sir
You should have the pleasure of working on a Michigan 03 Honda Element, road salt capital of the world. LOL
I wonder 🤔 how long did that first aftermarket catalyst converter lasted? I put one in about 8 months ago.
That's adorable! You think that's rusty!
Yikes that rust!!! Is this an Element problem or is it road salt??? I'm way south in Texas and looking for an Element hoping its a road salt thing.
Спасибо
What are you spraying in your red sprayer? And what sprayer is that?
I’m at 350k miles on my Element and quite a few times, your videos are what I used as a reference for repairing my E. Thanks for taking the time to post this and other videos like it.
The catalytic converter theif part had me dead. Victim of that 2 times, second time the were caught in the act. So now it sits in my room!
Great !
Looking at a used element. Anything that goes wrong with these that I should look for?
Can you come to Cleveland and fix up my 05 Element too please!?
Rust is a nightmare! never do it outside on the ground!
You're like the sherlock holms of honda elements
I wish I was one of your relatives… giving away cars, loved it! Whenever I'm depressed I just watch Eric.
Where can i find that rear bumper beam?
That's pretty cool the paint on your engine wore out where mine did I peeled all the paint off of mine and I've actually taken the cover head off and looked down on everything plus mine doesn't have any plastics I take all that and decrease everything and tried my best to scrape down and get everything out and I looked inside at the camshafts for 221,465 MI they're not bad at all only one of them has about a piece of tinsels worth the wear
if you get some loctite 401 glue clean the tear on the boot put some of that glue on the tear and hold it together its a good temp fix for boot tears.
I would think that with 1.6 million subs, you could move to an area where catalytic converters do not get stolen
Put the nut of the o2 sensor in the vice with the cat facing up and turn the cat. It comes off like butter. Did an OE 1999 crv cat that way. Easy peazy.
Eric ..nice masterclass
I just bought a 2005 Honda Element and I’ve been binge watching your whole Element playlist. Thank you so much for filming all this, editing it and sharing your knowledge!
my rear bumper is in worse shape that yours but i do not have the patience and those bolts look damn hard to remove. i will let someone elst do it..
Houston, TX : The logic now, among diyers, is to remove your OEM cat & install a Chinese one. Sell the cat for $ and spray paint the Chinese cat orange to tell would be thieves it's not worth their time…
As great as these videos are, I was surprised when you didn’t flush the brake fluid from the brake and clutch systems. Only replacing the fluid in the reservoirs is deceptive (especially when done by a dealership that charges book rates). I’ve seen horrible crud inside many calipers that hadn’t received regular fluid changes.
Rusty indeed. Wow. What a outcome