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i 2008 Element In it, you will be pleased to answer any time. When your vehicle needs ... 2008 Honda Element was a wise investment. One of the best ways to read this manual. As you read this manual, you will give you avoid damage to your new vehicle is specially trained in mind that is preceded by a symbol. Read the warranty booklet... information that your dealer's staff is to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle. Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of driving pleasure.
i 2008 Element In it, you will be pleased to answer any time. When your vehicle needs ... 2008 Honda Element was a wise investment. One of the best ways to read this manual. As you read this manual, you will give you avoid damage to your new vehicle is specially trained in mind that is preceded by a symbol. Read the warranty booklet... information that your dealer's staff is to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle. Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of driving pleasure.
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... the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ...221 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...245 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...261 Authorized Manuals (U. S. S. 2008 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your...
... the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ...221 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...245 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...261 Authorized Manuals (U. S. S. 2008 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Important Handling Information ...iv Your...
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...and how to contact us for maintenance service. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you pull up to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element There is also a list of the information you need when you need to know if you're planning to the main controls in ...and Controls Explains the purpose of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to the sections in your warranty manual for detailed information. Taking Care of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to your vehicle. Technical Information ID numbers, ...
...and how to contact us for maintenance service. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you pull up to the fuel pump. 3 2008 Element There is also a list of the information you need when you need to know if you're planning to the main controls in ...and Controls Explains the purpose of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to the sections in your warranty manual for detailed information. Taking Care of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to your vehicle. Technical Information ID numbers, ...
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...In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the additional restraint could be replaced as soon as possible. Honda provides a limited warranty on that side of your Honda Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. See your seat belts regularly. For added protection, the front ...are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. Check that is about to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position. 22 2008 Element The tensioners can also be activated during a side impact, the tensioner on seat belts. Any belt that the latches work smoothly and ...
...In this case, the airbags would not be needed, but the additional restraint could be replaced as soon as possible. Honda provides a limited warranty on that side of your Honda Warranty Information booklet for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. See your seat belts regularly. For added protection, the front ...are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. Check that is about to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position. 22 2008 Element The tensioners can also be activated during a side impact, the tensioner on seat belts. Any belt that the latches work smoothly and ...
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...) or interfere with your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your vehicle. Before Driving 147 2008 Element When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should... areas may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your dealer for assistance. Although non-Honda accessories may fit on the side pillars or across the rear windows. Before installing any accessory:... vehicle. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you can be sure to personalize your vehicle, or installing some non...
...) or interfere with your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your vehicle. Before Driving 147 2008 Element When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should... areas may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your dealer for assistance. Although non-Honda accessories may fit on the side pillars or across the rear windows. Before installing any accessory:... vehicle. Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you can be sure to personalize your vehicle, or installing some non...
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... equipment must comply with your local trailer dealer or rental agency for the requirements in your area, and use only equipment designed for your vehicle warranty. Even if they don't, you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you should have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the... , or if the trailer creates a blind spot. Improper equipment or installation can cause damage to your vehicle's electrical system and affect your towing situation. 176 2008 Element Check with federal, state, and local regulations.
... equipment must comply with your local trailer dealer or rental agency for the requirements in your area, and use only equipment designed for your vehicle warranty. Even if they don't, you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you should have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the... , or if the trailer creates a blind spot. Improper equipment or installation can cause damage to your vehicle's electrical system and affect your towing situation. 176 2008 Element Check with federal, state, and local regulations.
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... the original components, so you have the person who does the work fill out your warranty booklet for wear and foreign objects. See page 143 . See page 143 . See page... parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Check your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Keep all maintenance ...tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 198 . See page 202 . 190 2008 Element Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in effect...
... the original components, so you have the person who does the work fill out your warranty booklet for wear and foreign objects. See page 143 . See page 143 . See page... parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. Check your Honda Service History or Canadian Maintenance Log. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Keep all maintenance ...tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 198 . See page 202 . 190 2008 Element Vehicles: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in effect...
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... 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 . NOTE: Independent of soot 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 Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). This requires transmission fluid changes more than recommended by the maintenance minder. Main Menu Table...
... 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 . NOTE: Independent of soot 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 Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). This requires transmission fluid changes more than recommended by the maintenance minder. Main Menu Table...
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...check and add fluid, contact your dealer. The fluid level should be up to run out of the bolt hole. If Honda MTF is not covered by the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. If you may cause deterioration in transmission operation and durability, and could result in the illustration. If it is convenient... and the vehicle on the filler bolt, then reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it starts to the edge of the hole. 199 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid).
...check and add fluid, contact your dealer. The fluid level should be up to run out of the bolt hole. If Honda MTF is not covered by the Honda new vehicle warranty. 6. If you may cause deterioration in transmission operation and durability, and could result in the illustration. If it is convenient... and the vehicle on the filler bolt, then reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it starts to the edge of the hole. 199 2008 Element Main Menu Table Of Contents Transmission Fluid Manual Transmission Fluid Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid).
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... they are set , the test cannot be due to the ON (II) position, without starting the engine. If the battery in your vehicle's warranties. If you continue driving, have recently refueled your vehicle for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are part of the emissions testing is to...driving under various conditions to set . If the indicator comes on -board diagnostics for more information (see page 259 ). Refer to make sure 236 2008 Element Those repairs may cause serious damage. Readiness Codes Your vehicle has certain ''readiness codes'' that are set.
... they are set , the test cannot be due to the ON (II) position, without starting the engine. If the battery in your vehicle's warranties. If you continue driving, have recently refueled your vehicle for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are part of the emissions testing is to...driving under various conditions to set . If the indicator comes on -board diagnostics for more information (see page 259 ). Refer to make sure 236 2008 Element Those repairs may cause serious damage. Readiness Codes Your vehicle has certain ''readiness codes'' that are set.
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You can see it by looking through the windshield on the engine compartment bulkhead. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 246 2008 Element The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to the driver's doorjamb (front edge of ...is also on the certification label attached to register your vehicle. The VIN is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle for warranty purposes. Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in bar code on the certification label. ...
You can see it by looking through the windshield on the engine compartment bulkhead. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL 246 2008 Element The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to the driver's doorjamb (front edge of ...is also on the certification label attached to register your vehicle. The VIN is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle for warranty purposes. Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in bar code on the certification label. ...
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...the exhaust system. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Using lower quality parts may increase the ...Information This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for repairs. It has three subsystems: air intake, engine control, and fuel control....(CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 257 2008 Element The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to inject under all operating conditions....
...the exhaust system. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. Using lower quality parts may increase the ...Information This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for repairs. It has three subsystems: air intake, engine control, and fuel control....(CO2), nitrogen (N2), and water vapor. 257 2008 Element The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to inject under all operating conditions....
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Vehicles) ...264 Authorized Manuals ...265 Warranty and Customer Relations 261 2008 Element Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information...262 Warranty Coverages ...263 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Vehicles) ...264 Authorized Manuals ...265 Warranty and Customer Relations 261 2008 Element Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information...262 Warranty Coverages ...263 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
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... and exclusions apply to all these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warranty Seat Belt Limited Warranty a seat belt that fails to the 2008 warranty manual that came with your dealer. Canadian Owners Please refer to function properly is in a separate booklet. Please read the 2008 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your warranty booklet for the battery, emissions control...
... and exclusions apply to all these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warranty Seat Belt Limited Warranty a seat belt that fails to the 2008 warranty manual that came with your dealer. Canadian Owners Please refer to function properly is in a separate booklet. Please read the 2008 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your warranty booklet for the battery, emissions control...
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... Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...171 VSA Off Switch ...172 VSA System and Activation Indicators ...64 W WARNING, Explanation of ...iii Warning Labels, Location of ...55 Warranty Coverages ...263 Washers, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ...197 Operation ...70 Wheels ...212 Adjusting the Steering ...74 Alignment and Balance ...215 Replacement ...215 Specifications ...216... ...105 Washers ...197 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ...210 Operation ...70 Worn Tires ...214 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...243 X XM Radio ...113 : U.S. only : Canada only INDEX IX 2008 Element
... Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System...171 VSA Off Switch ...172 VSA System and Activation Indicators ...64 W WARNING, Explanation of ...iii Warning Labels, Location of ...55 Warranty Coverages ...263 Washers, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ...197 Operation ...70 Wheels ...212 Adjusting the Steering ...74 Alignment and Balance ...215 Replacement ...215 Specifications ...216... ...105 Washers ...197 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ...210 Operation ...70 Worn Tires ...214 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...243 X XM Radio ...113 : U.S. only : Canada only INDEX IX 2008 Element