Link to (Part 1): https://youtu.be/DiLBoUzOLFs
This is part 2 of the Honda Element/CRV suspension rebuild. In this video I wrap up the suspension work, get the Element aligned, and take it for a test drive. Was it all worth it? Check out the video to find out.
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Parts
L Front Strut: 51602-SCV-A04
R Front Strut: 51601-SCV-A04
L Rear Strut: 52620-SCV-A03
R Rear Strut: 52610-SCV-A03
Rear Strut Bolt: 30181-S7A-000
Outer Tie Rods: 53541-S7A-003
Rotor Screws: 93600-06014-0H
Rotor plugs (rear rotors): 42511-SP0-000
Rear CV Boots: 42017-S0E-010
Rear Stabilizer Bushings: 52306-SCV-000
Honda Dual Pump Fluid: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005ETCYYC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
Aerogenics Rear Upper Cont. Arms (code EricTheCarGuy for 10% discount): https://aerogenicsusa.com/collections/2003-11-honda-element/products/2002-06-honda-crv-03-11-honda-element-rear-camber-kit
Aerogenics Rear Lower Cont’ Arms and brace (code EricTheCarGuy for 10% discount): https://aerogenicsusa.com/collections/2003-11-honda-element/products/2003-11-honda-element-billet-rear-tie-bar-control-arm-kit
Nokian One Tires 215 70 16: https://www.nokiantires.com/tires/suv-4×4-tyres/all-season-tires/
Eastwood Chassis Paint: https://www.eastwood.com/ew-chassis-black-satin-aerosol-14-oz.html
Krown Rust Protection: https://www.krown.com/en/products/aerosols/rust-protection-lubricant/
Tools
17mm 10pt Socket: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008TOHAL6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00
Thread Chaser Kit: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003QHQEPE/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
Bolt Biter Sockets: https://www.gearwrench.com/gearwrench-84783-15-pc-1-4-3-8-drive-bolt-bitertm-impact-extraction-socket-set.html
GEARWRENCH Pry Bars: https://www.gearwrench.com/pry-bars/indexing/yes
Snap Ring Pliers: https://www.mactools.com/products/p22a
CV Boot Clamp Tool: https://www.jbtools.com/gearwrench-3191d-cv-joint-boot-clamp-wrench/
LOCTITE Sticks: https://www.amazon.com/Loctite-38725-5PK-Thread-Treatment-Assortment/dp/B00BV42V3S/ref=sr_1_7
Plastic Vice Protectors: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019VOT6JG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01
Hand Pump: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BQW5LK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title
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Element Video Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2i-lhxkIF8&list=PLSzhQ6St-ov1U3cVeQ3Sm1fXclclY1UZe
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0:00 Front Strut Removal
1:03 Outer Tie Rod Removal
3:53 Broken Coil Spring
4:33 Front Strut Installation
7:21 Outer Tie Rod Installation
9:19 Overview of Work Done
10:52 Checking Ride Height
11:57 First Test Drive
14:52 Rear Lower Control Arm Removal
19:54 Installation Preparation
23:00 Rear Control Arm Install
26:32 Final Test Drive
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184,000 miles! Ours has. 270,000! Everything has to battle use with rust….
I am a BIG FAN of your channels ~~~~You know a lot about Hondas. I have 2008 Honda Odyssey EXL. I clean the throttle body with CRC TB cleaner. Closed and Open butterfly positions by holding down the throttle paddle with the brick with Ign switch On. Then I removed the Just NEG battery post for 6hrs. After connecting the battery, engine RPM was hunting high(1200then to 2000 RMP) and low idle hunting happens when the van comes to stop, idle goes down to 1000 RMP then goes up to 1500 RMP. When the van comes to a complete stop idle came down to 750rpm. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CAME ON after cleaning. But after idle relearn it went away. I have tried ECU Idle relearning steps, 1st, 2seconds of ignition on, then start the engine and run it @3000rmp for 5min, then let idle the engine for cycle the radiator fan on and off twice. after that run the A/C for 5 minutes. to finish the process I drove for 30min ???? It helped with removing high idle hunting 1200 RMP to 2000 RMP but low idle hunting is still there the when van coming to a complete stop. Also, after idle relearn a few times engine hunted when I accelerated to 3000RMP with reduced power. Very slow acceleration had no hunting pasted 3000 RMP(not happening after 2nd steps). 2nd step, removed both battery posts, then reattached both cables for 20 seconds then remove both cables for 3hours. After 3hrs, reattach the cables but, still, low idle is hunting….. ANY SUGGESTS ???????? Thank you very much ~~~~~~complete stop
Love it! What you do sir, is a pleasure to watch!!! The new AL parts look amazing! Wish we had that for euro cars 😅
That camera angle on the suspension system yo. 😎
Yup, not supporting the knuckle after removing the strut is exactly what I did. Managed to damage driveshaft oil seal on the gearbox and to lose some of the fluid. That added some money and frustration that wasn't needed, but you live and learn
You have done a good 👍 Eric but you forget about the speed sensor cable on the back of car you have cable ties on it I love ❤️ your videos 📷 the are the best ones I can't wait for the next video 📷 #HondaIsFix
I'm loving the Element videos. But didn't you purchase the $200 TL as a winter car? Will the Element be replacing the TL?
“They’re Kinda SPECIAL”.
“This is a THING with Honda Element”.
I'm finding it very helpful to chase threads before installing old bolts and chasing threads in the holes whether using new bolts or old. They grip so much better. It's hard enough trying to install a bolt when you're fighting heavy new parts, using a jack on suspension, then fighting to get a bolt to start. I even did this with the wheel lug nuts and studs and I have to wonder what the hell others did to my wheels when they took them off and put them back on. I found almost all of them stripped a little bit. I think the money I spent on a tap and die kit was well worth it.
Why would ANYONE make a large fastener socket – or ANY socket – out of aluminum-???!!! Has to be one of the worst ideas ive ever heard of, makes me wonder about the quality in their aluminum suspension parts, just sayin—-
Hopefully Aerogenics watches this and uses some real metal for their socket before I buy the kit
dont like those lower control arms at all!
What was the total cost? My Element needs the rear work like yours but I am afraid to go to Honda to have it done.
Dude you are the man!!! We exclusively only watch your videos for all our Element repairs. I don't know how much I can thank you for all your help. Hope one day I can bring our Element to you it would be an honor to have you work on it 🙏
The 2 killers of coil springs, in order of occurrence:
The vinyl coating get's damaged, ablates (peels off). Oxygen attacks the tempered steel.
The top bearing fails, causing the spring to "wind" on turns. Vehicle suspension
springs are meant for compression/expansion only, not twisting.
a tip from Europe, I use Liqui Moly " Zeilfett " for the underside to protect against salt. See Amazon and YT for more info.
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Good job , what's going on with the fairmont? do you have plans for him?
"Made in the USA"… we spell things the way we want! cause…AMERICA! We know our rights from lifts.
Thank you Eric thank you for you entertaining us always enjoy watching your videos I am from South Africa
Great job Eric! Love the test drive after, great work!
The suspense is killing me…
Thanks for another great video, ETCG!
I daily my project car (even in winter) fluid film does wonders to protect it. It kinda sucks to work on, but no new rust.
Just a nice video, somehow interesting even though im a car mechanic too 😀
haha, "quality" product and it says LIFT
Be safe, have fun, and stay in your element.
Are you going to fluid film all that newness before winter?
Spray it all with a clear anti-corrosion wax!
Drilled and tapped new treads for the rotor screws…madness!
I like your videos! I think you are very knowledgeable!
I love OEM parts, thank you.
I look that socket up in the Snap On book and it is showing that the SNAP ON PART # DPSM16 socket that is in ?. That is a 10 point 16MM I am ????? that you say it a 10 point 17MM just trying to clarify 16-MM or 17-MM thank you
Eric, please fluid film those parts. They won’t rust. There’s nothing better on the market. If you want something thicker, use wool wax. It’s essentially the same thing, just thicker. My truck is spotless in Chicago salt.
First time I ever heard of those 10 point bolts at 17:40. I figured the only "oddball" socket we would've needed would be 12 point for flywheel bolts. Interesting
I think were in sync Eric, i just replaced the whole front suspension and did brakes all around and bled the system on my beat around/winter camry. Put some new michelin defenders on the front even that i got for a good price of course. It does seem strange putting so much time and effort into a vehicle you just plan to use for things like winter driving but its good to have a reliable pos rather than just a pos.
Heyyyy!!! I had my "greetings viewers" timed up for yours and there was none! I'm distraught!
It wouldnt be wise for us. But you're relaying information knowledge entertainment and making money off the ads. So it is wise, it benefits everyone.
Hi Eric
Can You do a video on all the little things that break on Honda Accord (I have 2004) I’d like to be aware of dangerous stuff that I can maybe replace ahead of time. I was lucky when the hood struts failed. I just went to the trunk to get washer fluid when the hood fell!! That could of been BAD!!
Yesterday the gear shift button fell apart in traffic. I only had D and N. That could of been very bad. No R!!! Can’t get key out.
Sometimes on amazon it says “people also bought…” and one of those was the hood struts. I can’t find anywhere all these parts are listed, gear button, struts, gas tank open cable Etc. I can find videos AFTER it breaks, but……
Like in this video you say, “these fail a lot in Honda’s”
thanks!!
Thanks for these great videos. They make me want to sell my old Tacoma and get an old Element. I could be mistaken but I think the aluminum socket should be used to install the bolts rather than to remove them. Either way I do not think the aluminum socket could hold up.