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...km). Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element Do not use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that can lead to a lower gear....(below about 1,000 rpm) in a higher gear. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is available, the use gasoline containing methanol. On vehicles with manual transmission In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is designed to...
...km). Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Use of gasoline that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element Do not use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that can lead to a lower gear....(below about 1,000 rpm) in a higher gear. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is available, the use gasoline containing methanol. On vehicles with manual transmission In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is designed to...
Owner's Manual
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...Vehicle Maintenance Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle's fuel ... excessive idling Idling results in the highest gear possible If your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. For example: 145 2008 Element Keep your fuel economy by up of snow or mud on page 191 ). Reduce your fuel economy. Always maintain your vehicle ...
...Vehicle Maintenance Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Main Menu Table Of Contents Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors The following factors can lower your vehicle's fuel ... excessive idling Idling results in the highest gear possible If your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. For example: 145 2008 Element Keep your fuel economy by up of snow or mud on page 191 ). Reduce your fuel economy. Always maintain your vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
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... to Drive ...157 Starting the Engine...158 Manual Transmission...159 Automatic Transmission...161 Parking ...165 Braking System...166 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...167 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...171 Towing a Trailer ...173 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...179 Driving 155 2008 Element Main Menu Driving This section gives you are...
... to Drive ...157 Starting the Engine...158 Manual Transmission...159 Automatic Transmission...161 Parking ...165 Braking System...166 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...167 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...171 Towing a Trailer ...173 Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ...179 Driving 155 2008 Element Main Menu Driving This section gives you are...
Owner's Manual
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Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all the way down . If the engine still does not start ...pressed. If the engine does not start in Park. If the engine fails to step 5. The engine is in cold weather. Automatic transmission: 4. Make sure the shift lever is harder to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Apply the parking brake. 2. The START ... so the engine does not race. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. 158 2008 Element For more than 15 seconds at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to the START (III) position.
Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all the way down . If the engine still does not start ...pressed. If the engine does not start in Park. If the engine fails to step 5. The engine is in cold weather. Automatic transmission: 4. Make sure the shift lever is harder to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Apply the parking brake. 2. The START ... so the engine does not race. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. 158 2008 Element For more than 15 seconds at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to the START (III) position.
Owner's Manual
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... brakes from overheating while going down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before you shift into reverse. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery surfaces. This extra braking can help you can ... reverse. Rapid slowing or speeding up gradually. It has a lockout so you can get extra braking from fifth to wear out faster. 159 2008 Element This stops the gears so they won't ''grind.'' When slowing down all forward gears for a moment. Push down a steep hill.
... brakes from overheating while going down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before you shift into reverse. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before shifting into reverse, or shift into one of control on slippery surfaces. This extra braking can help you can ... reverse. Rapid slowing or speeding up gradually. It has a lockout so you can get extra braking from fifth to wear out faster. 159 2008 Element This stops the gears so they won't ''grind.'' When slowing down all forward gears for a moment. Push down a steep hill.
Owner's Manual
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...; The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. 160 2008 Element engine speed is caused by a limiter in , the engine speed will run and accelerate smoothly. This will not go into the tachometer's red zone. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the...
...; The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. 160 2008 Element engine speed is caused by a limiter in , the engine speed will run and accelerate smoothly. This will not go into the tachometer's red zone. Main Menu Table Of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the...
Owner's Manual
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... Driving CONTINUED 163 2008 Element By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D, you may feel the engine cut in , the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. If this occurs, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch ...pedal. Remove the key from the ignition switch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Second (2) This position locks the transmission in deep snow. To increase engine braking when...
... Driving CONTINUED 163 2008 Element By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D3, and D, you may feel the engine cut in , the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. If this occurs, you can operate the transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch ...pedal. Remove the key from the ignition switch. Main Menu Table Of Contents Automatic Transmission Second (2) This position locks the transmission in deep snow. To increase engine braking when...
Owner's Manual
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... cause these materials to catch on an incline. Make sure the parking brake is parked on fire. If you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in the transmission. Place any packages, valuables, etc. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Never ...it in first gear. Driving with the key. Driving 165 2008 Element If your vehicle. This keeps the vehicle from the curb. in the cargo area or take them with you park your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Turn off...
... cause these materials to catch on an incline. Make sure the parking brake is parked on fire. If you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in the transmission. Place any packages, valuables, etc. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Never ...it in first gear. Driving with the key. Driving 165 2008 Element If your vehicle. This keeps the vehicle from the curb. in the cargo area or take them with you park your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Turn off...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange tab) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 192 2008 Element
Main Menu Table Of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange tab) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 192 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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...seal that says ''FOR GASOLINE ENGINES'' as a temporary replacement. Correct Level Maintenance Check the fluid level with other than Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to the time and distance recommendations in the illustration. WASHER FILLER BOLT Put a ...the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. Do not mix with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle on the filler bolt, then reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it is not available, you are not sure how to the edge of the hole. 199 2008 Element ...
...seal that says ''FOR GASOLINE ENGINES'' as a temporary replacement. Correct Level Maintenance Check the fluid level with other than Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to the time and distance recommendations in the illustration. WASHER FILLER BOLT Put a ...the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. Do not mix with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle on the filler bolt, then reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it is not available, you are not sure how to the edge of the hole. 199 2008 Element ...
Owner's Manual
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... for the brake system. The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. You may use Honda Power Steering Fluid. If not, add power steering fluid to the panels; A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in... Have this system inspected as soon as possible. it will cause discoloration. 201 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid, Cleaning the Body Panels Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission only UPPER LEVEL MAX Power Steering Fluid Always use another power steering fluid as...
... for the brake system. The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. You may use Honda Power Steering Fluid. If not, add power steering fluid to the panels; A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in... Have this system inspected as soon as possible. it will cause discoloration. 201 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid, Cleaning the Body Panels Clutch Fluid Manual Transmission only UPPER LEVEL MAX Power Steering Fluid Always use another power steering fluid as...
Owner's Manual
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...hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is discharged or the connections are corroded. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all , the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter ...or nothing . The engine's starter motor does not operate at all , or operates very slowly. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 229 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why the engine won't start falls into two areas, depending on what ...
...hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is discharged or the connections are corroded. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all , the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter ...or nothing . The engine's starter motor does not operate at all , or operates very slowly. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 229 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why the engine won't start falls into two areas, depending on what ...
Owner's Manual
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The transmission number is stamped into the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER 247 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is on a label on top of the transmission.
The transmission number is stamped into the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER 247 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is on a label on top of the transmission.
Owner's Manual
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... Change 1 Approx. 15.9 US gal (60 ) Including filter Without filter Total 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) 4.2 US qt (4.0 ) 5.6 US qt (5.3 ) Automatic Transmission Change 2 Total Manual Transmission Change 2 Total Automatic Change transmission 4WD 2WD fluid Total 4WD 2WD Change Manual transmission Total fluid 4WD 2WD Change Rear differential Total fluid (4WD) Windshield washer reservoir Engine coolant 1.35 US gal (5.1 ) 1.90... oil remaining in the engine 2 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ) 249 2008 Element
... Change 1 Approx. 15.9 US gal (60 ) Including filter Without filter Total 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) 4.2 US qt (4.0 ) 5.6 US qt (5.3 ) Automatic Transmission Change 2 Total Manual Transmission Change 2 Total Automatic Change transmission 4WD 2WD fluid Total 4WD 2WD Change Manual transmission Total fluid 4WD 2WD Change Rear differential Total fluid (4WD) Windshield washer reservoir Engine coolant 1.35 US gal (5.1 ) 1.90... oil remaining in the engine 2 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ) 249 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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...'s exhaust to levels that comes out the tailpipe. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Ignition Timing Control System Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and...nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 257 2008 Element The emissions control systems are separate from your vehicle. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is going into the engine. These three systems work together in manual transmission vehicles uses various sensors to determine how ...
...'s exhaust to levels that comes out the tailpipe. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Ignition Timing Control System Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and...nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 257 2008 Element The emissions control systems are separate from your vehicle. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is going into the engine. These three systems work together in manual transmission vehicles uses various sensors to determine how ...
Owner's Manual
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... dead, it idle for 20 seconds. If you must be set in Park (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual transmission). Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it may not pass the test. Technical Information CONTINUED 259 2008 Element Make sure the ambient temperature is nearly, but not completely full (around 3/4). 2. Main Menu...
... dead, it idle for 20 seconds. If you must be set in Park (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual transmission). Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine, and let it may not pass the test. Technical Information CONTINUED 259 2008 Element Make sure the ambient temperature is nearly, but not completely full (around 3/4). 2. Main Menu...
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... of Used Oil ...195 Door and Tailgate Open Monitor .. 63 Doors Locking and Unlocking ...80 Power Door Locks ...80 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...251 Downshifting, Manual Transmission ...159 Drive Gear Positions, D and D3 ...162 Driver and Passenger Safety ...7 Driving ...155 Economy ...144 Driving Guidelines ...156 Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Low Oil..., Jump Starting ...231 Brake System Indicator ...237 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 Charging System Indicator ...235 Checking the Fuses...238 Hazard Warning Flashers ...73 INDEX III 2008 Element
... of Used Oil ...195 Door and Tailgate Open Monitor .. 63 Doors Locking and Unlocking ...80 Power Door Locks ...80 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...251 Downshifting, Manual Transmission ...159 Drive Gear Positions, D and D3 ...162 Driver and Passenger Safety ...7 Driving ...155 Economy ...144 Driving Guidelines ...156 Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Low Oil..., Jump Starting ...231 Brake System Indicator ...237 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 Charging System Indicator ...235 Checking the Fuses...238 Hazard Warning Flashers ...73 INDEX III 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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... Fill Door and Cap...141 Gauge ...67 Octane Requirement ...140 Reserve Indicator...63 Tank, Filling the...141 Fuses, Checking the ...238 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission...161 Manual Transmission ...159 Glove Box ...98 I Identification Number, Vehicle...246 Ignition Keys...75 Light ...96 Switch ...79 Timing Control System ...257 Immobilizer System...76 Immobilizer System... Reserve Indicator ...63 Gauge ...67 Octane Requirement ...140 Tank, Filling the...141 Gas Station Procedures...141 Gauges ...66 Engine Coolant Temperature ...68 Fuel ...67 IV 2008 Element
... Fill Door and Cap...141 Gauge ...67 Octane Requirement ...140 Reserve Indicator...63 Tank, Filling the...141 Fuses, Checking the ...238 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission...161 Manual Transmission ...159 Glove Box ...98 I Identification Number, Vehicle...246 Ignition Keys...75 Light ...96 Switch ...79 Timing Control System ...257 Immobilizer System...76 Immobilizer System... Reserve Indicator ...63 Gauge ...67 Octane Requirement ...140 Tank, Filling the...141 Gas Station Procedures...141 Gauges ...66 Engine Coolant Temperature ...68 Fuel ...67 IV 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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... ...183 Minder...185 Minder Indicator ...61 Owner Maintenance Checks...190 Safety...184 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 60, 236 Manual Transmission...159 Checking Fluid Level ...199 Recommended Shift Points ...160 Shifting the ...159 Manual Transmission Fluid ...199 Meters, Gauges...59, 66 O Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...140 Odometer ...66 Odometer, Trip ...66 Off-Highway Driving ...179 INDEX CONTINUED V 2008 Element
... ...183 Minder...185 Minder Indicator ...61 Owner Maintenance Checks...190 Safety...184 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 60, 236 Manual Transmission...159 Checking Fluid Level ...199 Recommended Shift Points ...160 Shifting the ...159 Manual Transmission Fluid ...199 Meters, Gauges...59, 66 O Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...140 Odometer ...66 Odometer, Trip ...66 Off-Highway Driving ...179 INDEX CONTINUED V 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission...) Rear Differential Fluid: Honda Dual Pump Fluid II. Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) (see page 199... ). Do not use ATF (see page 200 ). Do not use ATF. Capacity (including differential): 2.0 US qt (1.9 ) On 4WD model only Brake Fluid: Honda...193 ). Capacity: 1.1 US qt (1.0 ) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 87 or higher...
Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission...) Rear Differential Fluid: Honda Dual Pump Fluid II. Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) (see page 199... ). Do not use ATF (see page 200 ). Do not use ATF. Capacity (including differential): 2.0 US qt (1.9 ) On 4WD model only Brake Fluid: Honda...193 ). Capacity: 1.1 US qt (1.0 ) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 87 or higher...