Top 5 Problems Honda Element SUV 1st Generation 2003-2011

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Here are the top 5 problems with the 1st (and only!) generation Honda Element, which you can find as model years 2003 to 2011. In this video, Sue points out the most common problems with the Element, and she should know, she used to own this very one! Sue also offers tips and suggestions to get you started on fixing any of these problems you might encounter with your own Element!
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0:00 Top 5 Problems Honda Element 1st Gen 2003-2011
0:13 Varaible Timing Oil Leak / P2646
1:40 Ignition Switch
2:19 Knock Sensor Harness / P0325
3:04 Drive Shaft
3:50 CV Axles
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@1AAuto 3 года назад

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@dollyandlouismartinez6450 2 месяца назад

I have a 2005 Element. Purchased with 128,000 miles, it now has 170,500 miles. Replaced brake rotors and pads, struts, spark plugs, ignition coils and motor mounts. It’s been a dependable suv, plan on keeping for around town errands, possibly up to mountains for some camping.lm///

@user-zu3un5jz3m 5 месяцев назад

This lady needs a raise seriously 👍

@tepanganiban 3 года назад

You know a car is lit when 1A put out a new video on a 10-18 year old car

@itiswhatitis7473 3 года назад

Truth love it

@mohamad-q8s 3 года назад

I mean people are still making videos about cars from all the way back to the 60s, just because a car is a little older doesn’t mean they just vanish lol

@OzzySepulveda 3 года назад

I own a 2007. There is a whole community about the Honda Element. People still go off-roading (for some reason) and definitely go camping with them. Even live on them on a daily basis. The community is not as active and huge as the Toyota Tacoma community, unfortunately. The last model was released in 2011.

@pixels303at-odysee9 3 года назад

Car is amazing. Wish I still had mine. Nobody has anything like it today.

@missnessaa8 3 года назад

It's a great car. l love mine.

@ronrobbins2737 Месяц назад

I bought my Element 21 years/180,000 miles ago and never had one major problem with it. Taken some major road trips with it, and it's been my work truck too. Not so many miles because we always had two cars sharing the load. Element's been the best and most dependable vehicle I've ever owned, would buy it again if a time-traveler!

@carlsy4078 3 года назад

I can tell she’s really passionate about what she’s doing. Keep up the good work.

@shanedottie 5 месяцев назад

She is truly great at working on cars, very good at explaining things and definitely has a lot of experience

@coldfoot99 3 года назад

Picked up a 2004 from my neighbor 2 years ago... 55,000 miles. Excellent condition with full dealer service history for all required service. Its all wheel drive and the best car I have driven here on Alaska roads. Love the fact it turns into a mini truck with the seats out.

@tajthomas9448 3 года назад

Haha! Saw her face...clicked on the video immediately! She is very knowledgeable, knows her stuff. I've never even owned a Honda. (She has helped me keep my Mazda 3 alive though.)

@martincruiz7976 3 года назад

I enjoyed your no-nonsense and to-the-point explanation of each issue, followed by a very practical, clear explanation of the fix. Oh, and I very much appreciate the absence of the horribly loud background music many posters include in their video. Thank you for your clear and practical approach to the maintenance, prevention, and repair of an old favorite. I own a 2004 Element 174,000 miles and thank goodness, haven't yet experienced any of the problems mentioned. Thank you!

@Golyamkur Год назад

I found after having 5 Elements the most common problem is the window regulators seem to go out unexpectedly and intervals of about 50-80k miles, depending on how much you use the windows. I am sure there is a specific number of cycles that Honda has in their testing for production but that number I do not have and do not know if Honda releases that information to the public. Other common items are the cooling fans seem to go out about 100k miles in Florida weather while in a northern climate they last to about 150k miles or more. Its about $120 for aftermarket fans, easy install if you are mechanically capable. The radio volume knob tends to "slip " and the heater control light bulbs are intermitten after about 70k miles and replacements are very expensive($20 for one specific bulb and about $12each for the other 2) Other than that maybe corrosion on the brake calipers function and rotor warp if you are a heavy braker. Underneath corrosion in salty climates is a bad one. Finally what t3 of my Elements had was a clunking noise in the rear was from the rear stabilizer bushings were worn but not looking worn. About $15.00 and 1/2 hour 4 bolts (if not rusted) work. Any questions about the Element feel free to ask me.

@howtodoitdude1662 3 года назад

I have a 2007 with over 200k miles. I haven’t gotten any of those problems. Knock on wood! Thanks for sharing!

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+HowToDoItDude Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@randomrandy1166 3 года назад

i have an 03 with 400 000km and an 06 with 250 000km and only had the solenoid issue on my 03, cleaned it out and it was good to go.

@Timpala44 3 года назад

I own a 2006 Element and must be very lucky. I haven't had any of these problems. I bought it used in 2011 with 54k miles and now have 128k miles. I have a very short commute. The Element has been probably my favorite vehicle I have ever owned in the 26 cars I have owned since about 1989. The thing is a tank in snow and the most utilitarian vehicle. But, thank you for the video. I will keep these issues in the back of my brain for possible future reference.

@dustyoldhat Год назад

wanna sell it?

@TurtwigFan 3 года назад

I love your videos. I will never do any of this work myself as I am not mechanically inclined, but I love the way you break down everything and are concise when you speak! I've watched every Honda Element video you've done. Seems like you really dig the Element and would love to learn from someone like you on doing work to it ! Thanks again and keep 'em coming!

@WroughtIronFences 2 года назад

Sue your videos are so helpful and clear. Don't stop making these!!

@AK-ic1yj 3 года назад

Talented technician. Excellent teacher too and that's hard to find. Cool accent as well, "Wicked OWEtah HAAness" Bean Town in the house!! :D

@Pambo101 2 года назад

I had to think what she just said to get the “haaanas”…lol

@cowabungask8r 3 года назад

Yes! Love how she’s so enthusiastic! Really speaking in layman’s terms and very helpful!

@Jeanclaudevanderfield 2 года назад

One cause for bad axles that a lot of mechanics overlook is broken or worn out motor or transmission mounts. Before replacing a CV axle, it's a good idea to check those so you don't damage a new axle. The damaged engine mount or transmission mount can allow the engine/trans assembly to move enough to pull the inner CV axle bearing assembly partially out of the outer raceways and even rip the rubber boot which causes loss of grease and premature wear. I've seen a lot of CV axle issues coincide with bad motor/trans mount.

@christopherhamilton5557 3 года назад

This series is great! Thanks 1A Auto! Very good presenters! 👏👏👏

@joshrandal6982 2 года назад

I dig watching her work AND explaining as she goes along but this was very informative. If I had a lift my Element would be like a diamond

@davidkastin4240 3 года назад

We have his and hers 08 Elements and haven't had these problems but thanks for the heads up. They are the most trouble free cars we've had. Only 1 problem with the first one in 7-1/2 yrs the other 1 in 3-1/2. Both were purchased used. I think they will outlast me.

@jameswarner300 3 года назад

Yeah I recently bought an 08 Element, had it almost 2 years now, it was a salvaged vehicle, it's in great shape. I hadn't had any of these problems, I keep my oil changed with high quality oil, changing it myself. The CV axles are in great shape, so I have no complaints. But this is good information to know. My only problem I had was I had to get the right side fan replaced on the radiator, simple process, haven't had anymore problems.

@zmums 3 года назад

Used your vids for a control arm and ball joint replacement a few days ago. Super helpful. Now for my variable timing control solenoid...

@buttknokerz 3 года назад

Awesome explanations, easily broken down information in easy to digest sizes, and visual aids showing exact parts. The quality content I subscribed for!

@kennethrich2107 3 года назад

2003-2008 many would consider Gen 1, with major upgrades that happened 2009-2011. I have owned 4 elements, and am currently down to just one, a 2011. I guess I'm pretty lucky as none of my Elements suffered any of the problems you described...although I have suffered very minor issues with all. 2005 was not a very good year but to be honest, issues did not surface until well after 150,000 miles. The biggest issue with the Element is the suspension. It's not made to carry very much weight and wears out frequently. I see all these homemade "camping" Elements and feel sorry for the owner who has no idea what they are in for. Another piece of advice: Have that valve train adjusted after 100,000 miles. The last Element I sold had 305,000 miles on it-regular maintenance is the key. IE: Change the oil & filters religiously....@100,000 swap out the Auto tranny fluid & spark plugs-your golden.

@machtnichtsseimann 2 года назад

Bought my 2003 used...was hesitating, because of the rear suspension. 130K miles. Ain't terrible, but it squeaks and wobbles a bit. Also, at freeway speeds a faint whirring noise is coming from the transmission. Which apparently is a common problem with Elements, IIRC. Had the valves adjusted after purchasing, oil change, but haven't driven it much to pay much more. Oh! I've got a case of the Battery Drain Blues. Not too drastic, but replacing a battery after 3 years is too soon. It's why I came across this video...looking for pointers on how to diagnose the problem. Thank you for your tips.

@enfpchick 2 года назад

Thanks for the tips!

@dustyoldhat Год назад

@@machtnichtsseimann rear is probably just the bushings, cheap and easy to fix diy

@Truginger666 3 года назад

I never had any issues with my Element. Put 200k on it just fine.

@jameswarner300 3 года назад

Same here Lisa, I responded to one guy wanting to purchase an Element and changed his mind, I told him don't get discouraged on the vehicle, these are damn good vehicles and is the highest sold discontinued vehicle in the country.

@EMdominguez92 3 года назад

That's awesome! I'm on my second Element (lost the first in a crash) -- but by far my favorite car to own. Currently at 135k on my 2006. So happy to hear the 200k+ stories -- looking forward to holding on to mine as long as I can.

@ryuhado7253 3 года назад

everything has its problems. still more reliable than any domestic vehicle I bought in the last couple of decades.

@pramsaka2u 2 года назад

Best tip for longevity? I’m planning to buy a use one

@FMHammyJ 3 года назад

Bought one of the first Elements brand new in 2003.....I had Chow dogs, so it was perfect for hauling. I also had a summer job with my town watering the hanging baskets of the downtown where I lived.....it carried the water tank with ease, and when I popped out the back glass sunroof....and could reach the baskets easily with the watering wand.....sometimes for fun Id drive around with the watering wand out of the roof.....it looked like I had a shower in the back of the Element....lol.....My only complaint was the gas mileage....It had plenty of power, and of course it was a box, so I guess I shouldnt have been too surprised, but that was the only major complaint I heard from fellow Element owners....I drove it for 11 years, and I never experienced any of these problems. I only had to replace the starter motor....not surprising after 8 years of driving....aside from the fabric of the drivers side seat breaking down...(it wouldnt have if I had bothered to put my OEM seatcovers on after having the car detailed)....this vehicle was bulletproof...it had hard use....and it never let me down ever.....loved going round domestic 4X4 trucks in the wintertime that had skidded off the road......best vehicle Ive ever owned.....

@notapplicable430 3 года назад

I have two Elements. One throws a 2646 code every couple of years, along with bucking and sputtering. I simply clean the screen, clear the code, and it's good to go.

@andykiss8124 3 года назад

Fascinating- I have a 2005 E with 200k miles and never leaked a drop of anything. I'll count my blessings.

@pixels303at-odysee9 3 года назад

@@andykiss8124 same Except when they failed to tighten the oil filter after a oil change prior to taking it on a 1600km highway trip. Lucky I didn't burn out the engine, she stunk from caramelized oil on the exhaust system for at least 2 years after that.

@marthas8108 3 года назад

@@andykiss8124 Me too! SOP paint job.

@Timothyis 3 года назад

I like that the first 2 points about the Vtec Solenoid were all part of Problem #1. Nice video

@dolfans413 2 года назад

Nice video and tips, though your key tip may also be the connector to the instrument cluster, they are notorious for having a bad circuit board and the connector needs to be supported, this also causes the cluster lights to not work all the time. You can also hear the fuel relay clicking behind the glove box when it won't start.

@trevorlee7945 3 года назад

haha I have a 2003 Element that I bought new in 2004 and that vehicle has 240,000 and no rust except a couple dings that have surface rust . The brakes have been redone completely twice and of course general parts replaced as needed but overall its the best vehicle I have ever owned .

@RaysUserName 2 года назад

I love 1a auto videos. Thank you so much. Makes me want to buy your parts because you took the effort to make these videos for us.

@awefense7758 3 года назад

My '05 has been an awesome rig. It's now a back-up. Drive it a couple times a week to keep those brakes working. Right now saving the tailgate.

@JoeBakerOutsideTheBox 3 года назад

After owning 3 Honda Element, your video sum up common problem. I would add leaky oil pan...replaced 2 oil pan on two of my Element, one oil pan was crack and the other one was rusting out.

@carlosherrera9337 2 года назад

This lady is the mother of all Honda Elements - knows what she is talking about - rare to see a lady with this passion and knowledge - very clear explanations ...Thanks. !!!!!!

@richardsmith579 Год назад

Very clear and uncomplicated. Thank you.

@JayPa-qk9vj 3 года назад

I have an 03 with all 5 of those problems thanks for the info

@robmiller9757 3 года назад

#1 is actually the VTEC solenoid. the VTC solenoid is on the right side of the cylinder head, it goes through the timing cover. both are common leaks as well

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+Rob Miller Thanks for the tip!

@crxk20r59 2 года назад

Awesome video!!!👏 Thanks for making it! We have two Honda Elements in our Honda family & we Love both of them dearly 😍. Thankfully neither of ours experience these issues (except for the oil leak/code on one of them) 😣

@1AAuto 2 года назад

+CRXK20R Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@jenniferakes8224 3 года назад

Thank you thank you thank you. Shortly after flipping her 100,000 miles on her most of that I drove myself bought her second hand, one previous owner, low mileage and LOVE my 2010 Element. Was a fairly easy and cheap fix compared to having to find another car that fits my lifestyle. The shimmy is gone and was done in one afternoon at home in my yard. You are one of my favorite vloggers for car issues and my husband kept trying different things to get it to go away and looked at me like I had lost my mind when I said can we replace the CV axles and see if that fixes it. But we did and now she is running like she did when I bought her. So many thank yous for sharing this information you saved me trying to find another vehicle am trying to hold off until they bring the new Element out before buying another car. My last car was a Honda Accord and drove that 280,000 miles before someone came around a blind curve and totaled it. I won't own anything but Honda because you just cannot kill them if you fix minor problems before they become major issues.

@jorilarson4141 2 года назад

Double like. Second time I watched solved one issue I'm having. Thanks again

@ReadySetElement 3 года назад

You guys are my to go place for my Element parts. Thanks for another great video. They have helped us save so much money doing our own repairs 🙏

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+Ready Set Element Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@StephenAldaco 2 года назад

I live in my Honda Element and it’s been so reliable! I did have to fix the water pump & make sure to check the valves oftenZ

@1AAuto 2 года назад

+Stephen Aldaco Thanks for the feedback!

@timoben1 3 года назад

Excellent presentation, thank you

@GHE2005 2 года назад

Another fine tip from Sue, thank u!👍🏾 I love all tips for my HE 05.😉💓

@SharonsCreationsandAuthor 3 года назад

Great information I had a few problems you addressed. Fixed and still love my Honda Element 2008. I'm the second own since 2016. ⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘

@crankshaft007 9 месяцев назад

Being a Honda tech I laughed at this video, the ignition immobilizer fault is not normally a issue it’s the electrical portion of the ignition switch. Can be replaced separately PN is in a tech bulletin for common fault and does not require reprogramming. Knock sensors common to fail but verify harness or previous repairs. Vibration issues, inner cv joints front, wear causing vibration on acceleration, no mention of contamination of rear diff fluid, noise, vibration on turns. Please be advised under no circumstances use aftermarket axles, total junk, you will be sorry No mention of rear control arm corrosion some models safety recall No mention serious AC faults, compressor failure contaminates whole system. ac relay failures No mention of lack maintenance “ oil changes” causing timing chain to wear out prematurely as well camshaft lobes failing. Some other issues with drive belt tension making noise under accessory load. Common oil leaks, valve cover, timing chain, timing chain tensioner cover.

@mradamp125 3 года назад

She explains all the important details and reasons. More videos from this mechanic please.

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+Adam Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@benny5529 3 года назад

Very helpful thank you. I have a honda CRV ’06 in sweden, practically same car. Very well built

@richardlopez4563 Год назад

Great video. I'm researching whether or not to buy and Element. Those are 5 good tips to ask about when checking these Honda's out. Thanks!

@patribtr 2 года назад

Great video and very clear. I have an Element but do not have those issues just yet. Thanks for sharing.

@1AAuto 2 года назад

+Patricia Buenaventura Thank you! We love empowering our customers and showing how to perform DIY auto repairs with our high-quality auto parts. 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@GHE2005 5 месяцев назад

Sue I just had my L Driver side Axle replaced. It was leaking. What a difference with driving. 👍🏽👏🏽

@djwak59 6 месяцев назад

You’re amazing ! Thanks for all the Element videos !

@jorgeprieto2228 Год назад

Thank you for all the great video's and tips.

@MrOffTrail 2 месяца назад

My list, based on talking with Element owners and personal experience with a 2003 EX 4wd AT: 1: Bad shift solenoid. Will slip when shifting from 1st to 2nd, and from 2nd back to first. Don't let anyone tell you that you need a new transmission, or need to rebuild it, if you have this problem. The low shift solenoid is externally accessible, no need to remove the transmission, it is a very quick fix, remove the old solenoid, and put a new one in. Very common problem with Elements. 2: Bad neutral safety switch: Won't start in park, might start in neutral. Can be intermittent. Cranks, but barely, not enough to start car. The neutral safety switch is behind a metal cover on the transmission, behind the front driver-side wheel. Very easy to get at if you take the wheel off. There are videos on YT on how to do it, maybe 1A has one. About a 5 minute job. 3. Window regulators. Windows fall down. These often break on Elements. Easy job for DIY, use tape to hold the windows up. Again, there are videos on YT, I think I used 1A's. 4. Door speakers fall apart. The rubber ring surrounding the paper cones on the Alpine woofers will break down over time. I replaced mine, but you can apparently replace the rubber ring with a kit from Amazon. 5. Plugged heater core. Known issue for specific VIN ranges (search plugged heater core on Honda Element Owners Club.

@garrychalk 4 месяца назад

I have driven my 2005 element new off the lot for 19 years with three hundred k on it. One thing I noticed when driving down to Arizona is when on a right turning curve at sixty miles an hour I would get a weird shimmy I’ve never experienced before . When you said that about the drive shaft you described exactly what mine did . Not in the steering wheel but the car itself. Think I’ll take it in for a look .

@stan4930 Год назад

Fantastic video. I have "The shake, I suspected it was the driveshaft, but I was in denial! Thanks!

@FixMyElement 3 года назад

I work exclusively on Honda Elements as a mobile tech, I absolutely love Sue and all her videos. I hope to meet her one day!

@GoshGus 3 года назад

Where are you located?

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+Fix My Element Thanks so much for the feedback! We appreciate it!

@sylmasih 2 года назад

Great job. Love your presentation style. No nonsense

@1AAuto 2 года назад

+Syl Masih Thanks for the feedback!

@user-oo5ni5id4n Месяц назад

I think it's awesome that a woman knows so much about a vehicle, and shares her knowledge. Thanks 👍

@oldmillrd8153 3 года назад

Have an 05 5 sp and 2010 auto; both awd. Never had any of these problems and have been driving my E's since march '05. This '03 looks like a real rust bucket too. Mine have zero rest as they are west coast cars. Best cars ever.

@johngalv9288 Месяц назад

Good info as usual, thanks! Love your videos!

@robertlarkham2428 3 года назад

I wish they would make the Element again. Loved my 04.

@frankburn6312 3 года назад

They are

@imsuuuuure3074 3 года назад

@@frankburn6312 NO THEY AREN'T, STOP GIVING US HOPE

@FullyYoked 3 года назад

@@imsuuuuure3074 they just announced that they are going to make a next gen

@cwright91685 3 года назад

My ‘04 is still rolling along. 307k miles now

@clydea.hutchisoniv5742 3 года назад

@@FullyYoked show the link, I guarantee it's not directly from Honda, people say the same thing every year

@1doalbeck 3 года назад

All really helpful tips.... thank you

@jarheads88 2 месяца назад

Thank you again, for another great video !

@idriveslo Год назад

Love her videos, she keeps it real

@The_Frost_Boss 3 года назад

I've been dealing with the Vtec issue, though it's the "low voltage" code 90% of the time, despite having replaced all parts more than once. Oil screens have always been clean and clear. Honda eventually put out a bulletin about this being an error, but AFAIK never decided to acknowledge or provide a fix to it. As a result, myself and many others are perpetually stuck in an intermittent cycle of driving in safe mode unable to do anything other than just replace the car. I honestly would pay an electrician to wire a bypass to end this.

@jorgeprieto2228 2 года назад

Thanks for the video's, they're awesome.

@simplebeautiful7923 3 года назад

I don't know this lady's name but she help me with a vibration problem I was having with my car. She diagnosed vibration on a Hyundai and i used that and applied to my car and the vibration went away.so shout out to her for that.

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+simple beautiful Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@dinojohnson5633 3 года назад

I think the lady's name is Sue. I agree with the gentleman before. she does seem to enjoy her job and obviously very well educated on her profession. She explains the jobs very well, super easy to follow along . I've attempted and succeed in four jobs Sue has taught . Great job Susan you deserve a raise thank you for teaching it's really helped me

@peterpowell6168 7 месяцев назад

Thanks for your videos 👍 lots of great info and helps demystify vehicles. I have been getting parts for my 1998 Chrysler town and country LXI 👍 happy trails to y'all

@danstephensen9032 Год назад

Great Job, (new subscriber). I just picked up a 2007 Element for $4000 with 150K miles. After getting Front struts next week (under $900 from a friend who has a shop) it should be a wonderful UNIT. HOPEFULLY He can figure out why my cruise isn't working. I will look for a Video from you.

@daniel94psp 3 года назад

Clear explanation 👍🏼👍🏼

@elab8461 2 года назад

This is very helpful video. Thank you for sharing it 🙏

@1AAuto 2 года назад

+E Lab Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@CHUNIOR05 3 года назад

I’m experiencing the wobble .. great video

@Pluralofvinylisvinyls 3 года назад

Yeah mine just started doing it. Misty when I’m turning left and driving fast. You figure out any info on repair costs?

@FleccaRobinson 8 месяцев назад

I like the pointing stick you have, very professional

@victordubowski1276 Год назад

Love watching 👀 your videos on 🚗 repairs.

@maxjustmaxnotmadmax2763 3 года назад

Sue and 1A Auto are truly the glue that holds my Element together. 😂 I have an Element specific question...the inner tie rod ends. I am having a time and a half trying to disconnect them. I have tried many different styles of tie rod tools but none of them fit properly for one reason or another. I'm about to try using two pipe wrenches..any advice? I would greatly appreciate a video showing how to remove these stinkers!

@1AAuto 3 года назад

+MaxJustMax NotMadMax We do not have a video for this repair right now, but we'll keep this request in mind for a future video! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c

@renegade43 3 года назад

Thank you for another great vid! The demo element looks to have seat covers on the front seats? Anybody know who makes them?

@pirihern9329 3 года назад

Great. Good to know. I may get one. Lots of room and reliable

@jenniferakes8224 3 года назад

I did my research the Honda Element was originally released and marketed to active people who enjoyed the outdoors lifestyle. I have driven mine to Florida, South Carolina, and Texas from TN plus a lot of smaller road trips and is my daily driver. She is comfortable to drive, backseats are amazing for passenger comfort and is flexible enough to do exactly what an avid Camper, hiker, kayak enthusiast needs. She has rubber mats instead of carpet which I adore the seats lay flay and easy fit a queen size sleeping platform (ours is removable when not needed) Is perfect for hauling a small trailer for kayaking although originally she did carry them on her roof without issue, I just prefer being able to drop my trailer and unload my kayak without having to lift over my head. She is also strong enough to haul a small camper if you prefer. Her payload is around 900 pounds and pulling capacity is around 1,500 lbs. I also use her to carry home improvement materials and can fit an 8 foot board inside with the seats laid down flat. They are getting harder to find but they are still out there if you know where to look. I found mine locally thankfully and looked at several before I drove her and said this is the one I want. They also hold their value pretty well compared to other cars after a few years. I know mine is still worth more than I paid for it 5 years ago.

@alekslpez 2 месяца назад

I have 3 Elements, preventive maintenance is your best friend. I had an Element that had 300k it ran like a champ.

@gregdolecki8530 3 года назад

Well, I rang 2 out of the 5 bells. I just replaced the drive shaft at 203,000 miles on my 2004 a couple of weeks ago. Also replaced my front CV axles recently. On the left one, the boot cracked. That was messy. The right one snapped, yes snapped. It corroded under the inner boot. Couldn't see it but last summer I pulled out of a parking lot and accelerated hard. SNAP! They don't make the OEM parts anymore so you have to look for NOS OEM axles. Get the OEM if you can otherwise you'll be a vibratin'. I'm surprised that the head gasket isn't a major issue on these engines. I just replaced mine last year because the aluminum head warped ever so slightly and had an internal leak. You can't fix that with a pour-in sealer.

@timking2822 Год назад

Great video. Thanks.

@vh1984ful Год назад

Thanks Sue and A1 : ))

@hawaiiandragon5621 Год назад

I 100% LOVE THIS. So glad I stumbled on to this. I am willing to fight Honda to bring this car back! anyone else??

@boydguie8129 3 года назад

Awesome video

@CeciShaw Год назад

Thank you! that was really good, and great explanations.

@antonioalto6091 Год назад

really like your videos. really great.

@Nando5118ttv Год назад

i return to this video so often

@dianedaoust8472 2 года назад

great video thanks , i experienced the solenoid problem and my oil was leaking a lot , got it fixed and car has been running super well since. I noticed that my check engine keeps lightning up , i had it checked twice both times they fixed it , nothing major but after a while it comes back on , car is running perfectly , i was told that it could be sa sensor issue nothing to worry about , what is your opinion on that , i want to make sure my Element stays in good shape . It' s a 2003 and it has now 184,000km on the engine .

@bmanscire 2 года назад

amazing video!

@alisonfarrellsongs7075 2 года назад

LOVE the mechanic!

@pocketrocket946 3 года назад

Awesome video 👍👍 The only one you missed was the exhaust valves causing a misfire

@YACFEGGMT 3 года назад

My buddy has had an element for a couple months now and has had 3 of these 5 problems already...

@stevenwalkden504 3 года назад

05 fwd element, couple home brews. prolly around 200hp . many parts are interchangeable from the acura tsx

@ElectricToast2099 2 года назад

Great video

@angelos.ortizvela7485 3 года назад

Thank you!!!

@darktree5548 Год назад

awesome video

@djmips 7 месяцев назад

Wicked good video.

@williamchristian8705 2 года назад

I had a 2003. Bought it to carry our Newfoundland. I took out the backseats. First time I walked into my local Honda dealer saw it on the inside sales floor. I walked over to a salesman and said “I’ll buy that right now”. He said “you want to test drive it”? Me “no”. Really happened that way. I think it was $19,900 on the sticker.