Owner's Manual
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... system as follows: 1. Turn the fan on this page. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. 54 2008 Element Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in enclosed areas, such as a garage. mode. 2. You notice a change . If you maintain your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carbon Monoxide...
... system as follows: 1. Turn the fan on this page. Set the temperature control to carbon monoxide. 54 2008 Element Carbon monoxide gas is raised for an oil change in enclosed areas, such as a garage. mode. 2. You notice a change . If you maintain your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. Main Menu Table Of Contents Carbon Monoxide...
Owner's Manual
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During this happens, contact your authorized dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Do not tow a trailer. Use of gasoline with these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or ...by volume. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element Some gasoline today is designed to operate on . Avoid hard braking for service. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is blended with oxygenates such as MMT. ...
During this happens, contact your authorized dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Do not tow a trailer. Use of gasoline with these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or ...by volume. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. 140 2008 Element Some gasoline today is designed to operate on . Avoid hard braking for service. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is blended with oxygenates such as MMT. ...
Owner's Manual
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... instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...184 Maintenance Minder ...185 Fluid Locations...192 Adding Engine Oil ...193 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...194 Engine Coolant ...196 Windshield Washers ...197 Transmission Fluid ...198 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...198 Manual Transsmission Fluid...199 Rear Differential Fluid... ...209 Floor Mats ...209 Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Wiper Blades ...210 Wheels ...212 Tires ...212 Checking the Battery ...218 Vehicle Storage ...219 Maintenance 183 2008 Element
... instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...184 Maintenance Minder ...185 Fluid Locations...192 Adding Engine Oil ...193 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...194 Engine Coolant ...196 Windshield Washers ...197 Transmission Fluid ...198 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...198 Manual Transsmission Fluid...199 Rear Differential Fluid... ...209 Floor Mats ...209 Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Wiper Blades ...210 Wheels ...212 Tires ...212 Checking the Battery ...218 Vehicle Storage ...219 Maintenance 183 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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...every time you turn the ignition switch to blink after the vehicle has been driven 10 miles (10 km) or more. CONTINUED 187 2008 Element When the engine oil life is 15 to 1 percent, the maintenance minder indicator ( ) comes on every time you turn the ignition switch to the odometer...Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer. When you switch the information display. Press and release the select/ ...
...every time you turn the ignition switch to blink after the vehicle has been driven 10 miles (10 km) or more. CONTINUED 187 2008 Element When the engine oil life is 15 to 1 percent, the maintenance minder indicator ( ) comes on every time you turn the ignition switch to the odometer...Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer. When you switch the information display. Press and release the select/ ...
Owner's Manual
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.... 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder To change the information display. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 191 . 188 2008 Element Press the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life is done by someone other than your dealer...
.... 2. Main Menu Table Of Contents Maintenance Minder To change the information display. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 191 . 188 2008 Element Press the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life is done by someone other than your dealer...
Owner's Manual
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... differential fluid (4WD model only) Maintenance Minder 3 1 : If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 190 . Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). NOTE: Independent... drive in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 6 2 : Automatic transmission 191 2008 Element
... differential fluid (4WD model only) Maintenance Minder 3 1 : If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more frequently than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page 190 . Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). NOTE: Independent... drive in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 4 5 6 2 : Automatic transmission 191 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Always change intervals shown on a service stationtype hydraulic lift for a conventional motor oil, it displays the API certification seal, and it off. 2. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 194 2008 Element ...Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it is the proper weight. Additives may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements...
...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Always change intervals shown on a service stationtype hydraulic lift for a conventional motor oil, it displays the API certification seal, and it off. 2. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 194 2008 Element ...Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it is the proper weight. Additives may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements...
Owner's Manual
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..., and take it does not, turn off the engine and let it on the ground. Maintenance 195 2008 Element Install a new oil filter according to the engine block. Replace the engine oil fill cap. Turn off the engine, and check your work. 8. Put a new washer on the ... the engine. If it is, remove it . 5. If you change capacity (including filter): 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) 7. Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain. Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter OIL FILTER 4. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds. A special wrench (...
..., and take it does not, turn off the engine and let it on the ground. Maintenance 195 2008 Element Install a new oil filter according to the engine block. Replace the engine oil fill cap. Turn off the engine, and check your work. 8. Put a new washer on the ... the engine. If it is, remove it . 5. If you change capacity (including filter): 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) 7. Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain. Main Menu Table Of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter OIL FILTER 4. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds. A special wrench (...
Owner's Manual
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...with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. If you need to overheat and shatter. 202 2008 Element Replacing a Headlight Bulb On all models except SC On all models except SC Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. If you regularly carry ...new. When replacing a bulb, handle it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. AIR INTAKE DUCT 1. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to change the headlight bulb on each side. Handle it out. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming The ...
...with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. If you need to overheat and shatter. 202 2008 Element Replacing a Headlight Bulb On all models except SC On all models except SC Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulbs. If you regularly carry ...new. When replacing a bulb, handle it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. AIR INTAKE DUCT 1. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to change the headlight bulb on each side. Handle it out. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming The ...
Owner's Manual
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Compact Spare Tire...222 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 If the Engine Won't Start ...229 Jump Starting ...231 If the Engine Overheats ...233 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...235 Charging System Indicator...235 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...236 Brake System Indicator ...237 Fuses ...238 Fuse Locations ...241 Emergency...has stranded you may be able to correct it. It gives you will also find instructions on the side of the Unexpected 221 2008 Element Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. If not, ...
Compact Spare Tire...222 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 If the Engine Won't Start ...229 Jump Starting ...231 If the Engine Overheats ...233 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...235 Charging System Indicator...235 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...236 Brake System Indicator ...237 Fuses ...238 Fuse Locations ...241 Emergency...has stranded you may be able to correct it. It gives you will also find instructions on the side of the Unexpected 221 2008 Element Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. If not, ...
Owner's Manual
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...oil 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... 2.3 US qt (2.2 1.1 US qt (1.0 1.3 US qt (1.2 ) ) ) ) Technical Information 4.8 US qt (4.5 ) 1 : Excluding the 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
...oil 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... 2.3 US qt (2.2 1.1 US qt (1.0 1.3 US qt (1.2 ) ) ) ) Technical Information 4.8 US qt (4.5 ) 1 : Excluding the 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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... Rear License Plate ...208 Specifications ...250 Turn Signal Lights ...204 Bulbs, Halogen ...202 Bungee Cords...153 Chains ...217 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 Changing Oil ...194 How to ...194 When to...185 Charging System Indicator ...60, 235 Checklist, Before Driving ...157 Child Safety ... Window ...73 Defrosting the Windows ...105 Differential Fluid ...200 Dimensions ...248 Dimming the Headlights ...71 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...198 Engine Oil ...143 Directional Signals ...71 C Capacities Chart...249 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...54 Carrying Cargo ...149 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD...
... Rear License Plate ...208 Specifications ...250 Turn Signal Lights ...204 Bulbs, Halogen ...202 Bungee Cords...153 Chains ...217 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 Changing Oil ...194 How to ...194 When to...185 Charging System Indicator ...60, 235 Checklist, Before Driving ...157 Child Safety ... Window ...73 Defrosting the Windows ...105 Differential Fluid ...200 Dimensions ...248 Dimming the Headlights ...71 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...198 Engine Oil ...143 Directional Signals ...71 C Capacities Chart...249 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...54 Carrying Cargo ...149 CAUTION, Explanation of ...iii CD...
Owner's Manual
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...Disposal of Used Oil ...195 Door ...Economy ...144 Driving Guidelines ...156 Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...235 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...236 Overheated Engine ...233 ... 163 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...60, 236 Oil Life Display ...185 Oil Pressure Indicator ...60, 235 Oil, What Kind to Use ...193 Overheating...233...Fuel Tank ...141 Filters Dust and Pollen ...210 Oil ...194 Flashers, Hazard Warning...73 Flat Tire, Changing a ...223 Floor Mats ...209 Fluids Automatic ...Indicator ...237 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 Charging System Indicator ...235 Checking the Fuses...
...Disposal of Used Oil ...195 Door ...Economy ...144 Driving Guidelines ...156 Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...235 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...236 Overheated Engine ...233 ... 163 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...60, 236 Oil Life Display ...185 Oil Pressure Indicator ...60, 235 Oil, What Kind to Use ...193 Overheating...233...Fuel Tank ...141 Filters Dust and Pollen ...210 Oil ...194 Flashers, Hazard Warning...73 Flat Tire, Changing a ...223 Floor Mats ...209 Fluids Automatic ...Indicator ...237 Changing a Flat Tire ...223 Charging System Indicator ...235 Checking the Fuses...
Owner's Manual
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......231 Hatch ...81 Power Door ...80 Tailgate ...82 Low Coolant Level ...143 Low Fuel Indicator ...63 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...60, 235 Low Tire Pressure Indicator...64, 169 Lower Anchors...46 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a...159...-in ...140 Normal Shift Speeds...160 NOTICE, Explanation of ...i Numbers, Identification ...246 L Label, Certification ...246 Lane Change, Signaling ...71 Lap/Shoulder Belts ...16, 21 LATCH Anchorage System...46 Lights Bulb Replacement ...202 Indicator ...59 Parking ...140 Odometer ...66 Odometer, Trip ...66 Off-Highway Driving ...179 INDEX CONTINUED V 2008 Element
......231 Hatch ...81 Power Door ...80 Tailgate ...82 Low Coolant Level ...143 Low Fuel Indicator ...63 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...60, 235 Low Tire Pressure Indicator...64, 169 Lower Anchors...46 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a...159...-in ...140 Normal Shift Speeds...160 NOTICE, Explanation of ...i Numbers, Identification ...246 L Label, Certification ...246 Lane Change, Signaling ...71 Lap/Shoulder Belts ...16, 21 LATCH Anchorage System...46 Lights Bulb Replacement ...202 Indicator ...59 Parking ...140 Odometer ...66 Odometer, Trip ...66 Off-Highway Driving ...179 INDEX CONTINUED V 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Index Oil Change, How to ...194 Change, When to ...185 Checking Engine ...143 Pressure Indicator ...60, 235 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart ...193 ON (Ignition ...Lights ...59 Removing the Rear Seats...89 Remote Transmitter ...77 Remote Audio Controls...134 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Engine Oil and Filter ...194 Fuses ...238 Light Bulbs ...202 Tires ...212 Wiper Blades ...210 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...23 ...Sound System ...107 RadioTheft Protection...131 Readiness Codes, State ...259 Rear Differential Fluid ...200 Rear Doors...81 VI 2008 Element
Main Menu Index Oil Change, How to ...194 Change, When to ...185 Checking Engine ...143 Pressure Indicator ...60, 235 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart ...193 ON (Ignition ...Lights ...59 Removing the Rear Seats...89 Remote Transmitter ...77 Remote Audio Controls...134 Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter ...210 Engine Oil and Filter ...194 Fuses ...238 Light Bulbs ...202 Tires ...212 Wiper Blades ...210 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...23 ...Sound System ...107 RadioTheft Protection...131 Readiness Codes, State ...259 Rear Differential Fluid ...200 Rear Doors...81 VI 2008 Element
Owner's Manual
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...Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...33, 61 System Components...24 Synthetic Oil ...194 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Indicator ......Time, Setting the ...132 Tire Chains ...217 Tire, How to Change a Flat ...223 Tire Information ...251 Tire Labeling ...253 Tires ... Snow ...216 Specifications ...250 VSA and Tire Sizes ...172 Tools, Tire Changing ...223 Towing A Trailer ...173 Emergency ...243 Equipment And Accessories ...175 Weight...Signals ...71 T Tailgate Locks ...82 Open Monitor ...63 Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...207 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 221 Technical Descriptions DOT...
...Servicing ...35 SRS Indicator...33, 61 System Components...24 Synthetic Oil ...194 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...169 Indicator ......Time, Setting the ...132 Tire Chains ...217 Tire, How to Change a Flat ...223 Tire Information ...251 Tire Labeling ...253 Tires ... Snow ...216 Specifications ...250 VSA and Tire Sizes ...172 Tools, Tire Changing ...223 Towing A Trailer ...173 Emergency ...243 Equipment And Accessories ...175 Weight...Signals ...71 T Tailgate Locks ...82 Open Monitor ...63 Taillights, Changing Bulbs ...207 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 221 Technical Descriptions DOT...
Owner's Manual
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...2008 Element Main Menu Index U Unexpected, Taking Care of the ...221 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...251 Unleaded Gasoline...140 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...195 V Vanity Mirror ...99 Vehicle Capacity Load ...150 Vehicle Dimensions...248 Vehicle Identification Number...246 Vehicle Storage ...219 Ventilation ...104 VIN ...246 Viscosity, Oil... Operating the Power ...91 Rear ...93 Rear, Defogger ...73 Windshield Cleaning ...70 Defroster ...105 Washers ...197 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ...210 Operation ...70 Worn Tires ...214 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...243 X XM Radio ...113 : U.S.
...2008 Element Main Menu Index U Unexpected, Taking Care of the ...221 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...251 Unleaded Gasoline...140 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ...195 V Vanity Mirror ...99 Vehicle Capacity Load ...150 Vehicle Dimensions...248 Vehicle Identification Number...246 Vehicle Storage ...219 Ventilation ...104 VIN ...246 Viscosity, Oil... Operating the Power ...91 Rear ...93 Rear, Defogger ...73 Windshield Cleaning ...70 Defroster ...105 Washers ...197 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ...210 Operation ...70 Worn Tires ...214 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...243 X XM Radio ...113 : U.S.
Owner's Manual
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...see page 199 ). Do not use ATF (see page 201 ). 2008 Element Do not use ATF. Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. Tire Pressure (measured cold): All models except ..., 4.2 kgf/cm ) 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 193 ). Capacity: 1.1 US qt (1.0 ) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of...
...see page 199 ). Do not use ATF (see page 201 ). 2008 Element Do not use ATF. Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. Tire Pressure (measured cold): All models except ..., 4.2 kgf/cm ) 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 193 ). Capacity: 1.1 US qt (1.0 ) Power Steering Fluid: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of...