Honda Element. Manual - part 752

Fig. 11: Identifying Reservoir 
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1. Raise the reservoir, then disconnect the return hose (A) to drain the reservoir. Take care not to spill the 

fluid on the body and parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid at once. 

Fig. 12: Draining Fluid 
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2. Connect a hose (B) of suitable diameter to the disconnected return hose, and put the hose end in a suitable 

container.  

3. Start the engine, let it run at idle, and turn the steering wheel from lock-to-lock several times. When fluid 

stops running out of the hose, shut-off the engine. Discard the fluid. 

NOTE:

Inspect the reservoir screen for any debris. If the reservoir screen is 
clogged, replace the reservoir.

 

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4. Reinstall the return hose on the reservoir.  

5. Fill the reservoir to the upper level line (C).  

6. Start the engine and run it at idle, then turn the steering from lock-to-lock several times to bleed air from 

the system.  

7. Recheck the fluid level and add some if necessary. Do not fill the reservoir beyond the upper level line.  

8. If the fluid is contaminated, dark, or discolored, repeat the procedure as necessary.  

POWER STEERING HOSE, LINE, AND PRESSURE SWITCH REPLACEMENT 

Note these items during installation: 

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Connect each hose to the corresponding line securely until it contacts the stop on the line. Install the 
clamp or adjustable clamp at the specified distance from the hose end as shown.  

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Check all clamps for deterioration or deformation; replace the clamps with new ones if necessary.  

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Add the recommended power steering fluid to the specified level on the reservoir, and check for leaks. 

 

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Fig. 13: Identifying Distance Between Adjustable Clamp And Hose End With Torque Specifications
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PUMP REPLACEMENT 

1. Place a suitable container under the vehicle.  

2. Drain the power steering fluid from the reservoir (see FLUID REPLACEMENT ).  

3. Remove the drive belt (A) from the pump pulley (see DRIVE BELT INSPECTION ). 

 

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Fig. 14: Identifying Drive Belt, Pump Inlet Hose, Pump Outlet Hose And Pump With Torque 
Specifications 
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4. Cover the auto-tensioner, alternator, and A/C compressor with several shop towels to protect them from 

spilled power steering fluid. Disconnect the pump inlet hose (B) and the pump outlet hose (C) from the 
pump (D), and plug them. Take care not to spill the fluid on the body or parts. Wipe off any spilled fluid 
at once. Do not turn the steering wheel with the pump removed.  

5. Remove the pump mounting bolts (E).  

6. Cover the opening of the pump with a piece of tape to prevent foreign material from entering the pump.  

7. Connect the pump inlet hose and the pump outlet hose onto the new pump with a new O-ring (F).  

8. Loosely install the pump in the pump bracket with the mounting bolts, then tighten the pump fittings 

securely.  

9. Tighten the pump mounting bolts to the specified torque.  

10. Install the drive belt (A). 

Note these items during belt installation: 

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Make sure that the belt is properly positioned on the pulleys (B).  

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Do not get power steering fluid or grease on the auto-tensioner, alternator, A/C compressor, and 
drive belt or pulley faces. Clean off any fluid or grease before installation. 

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-2008 STEERING Steering - Element