Honda Element. Manual - part 332

Remove, disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and install the caliper, and note these items: 

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Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if brake fluid gets on the paint, wash it 
off immediately with water.  

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To prevent dripping brake fluid, cover disconnected hose joints with rags or shop towels.  

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Clean all parts in brake fluid and air dry; blow out all passages with compressed air.  

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Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dirt and other foreign particles.  

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Replace parts with new ones as specified in the illustration.  

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Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter gets in the brake fluid.  

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Make sure no grease or oil gets on the brake discs or pads.  

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When reusing brake pads, always reinstall them in their original positions to prevent loss of braking 
efficiency.  

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Do not reuse drained brake fluid. Use only clean Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid from an unopened container. 
Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and shorten the life of the system.  

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Do not mix different brands of brake fluid as they may not be compatible.  

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Coat the pistons, piston seal grooves, and caliper bores with clean brake fluid.  

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Replace all rubber parts with new ones whenever disassembled.  

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After installing the caliper, check the brake hose and line for leaks, interference, and twisting. 

could be hazardous to your health. 

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Avoid breathing dust particles.  

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Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an 
OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.  

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element

  

Fig. 58: Exploded View Of Rear Brake Caliper With Torque Specifications 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

PARKING BRAKE INSPECTION 

1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations (see LIFT AND 

SUPPORT POINTS ).  

2. Remove the rear wheels.  

3. Release the parking brake, and remove the rear brake disc/drum (see REAR BRAKE DISC 

REPLACEMENT ). 

CAUTION: Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, 

could be hazardous to your health. 

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Avoid breathing dust particles.  

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Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an 
OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.  

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element

  

Fig. 59: Exploded View Of Parking Brake With Torque Specifications 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

4. Check the parking brake linings (A) for cracking, glazing, wear, and contamination. 

Fig. 60: Checking Parking Brake Linings For Cracking, Glazing, Wear, And Contamination 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

5. Measure the parking brake lining thickness (B). Measurement does not include brake shoe thickness. 

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element

  

Parking brake lining thickness:  

Standard: 2.5 mm (0.098 in.)  

Service limit: 1.0 mm (0.04 in.)  

6. If the parking brake lining thickness is less than the service limit, replace all of the parking brake shoes as 

a set (see PARKING BRAKE SHOE REPLACEMENT ).  

7. Check the bearings in the wheel bearing unit for smooth operation. If it requires servicing, replace the 

wheel bearing unit (see KNUCKLE/HUB/WHEEL BEARING REPLACEMENT ).  

8. Measure the inside diameter of the parking brake drum with inside vernier calipers. 

Parking brake drum inside diameter:  

Standard: 169.9-170.0 mm (6.689-6.693 in.)  

Service limit: 171.0 mm (6.732 in.)  

Fig. 61: Measuring Inside Diameter Of Parking Brake Drum With Inside Vernier Calipers 
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC. 

9. If the inside diameter of the parking brake drum is more than service limit, replace the brake disc/drum.  

10. Check the parking brake drum for scoring, grooves, and cracks.  

11. Clean the mating surfaces of the brake disc/drum and the inside of the wheel, then install the rear wheels. 

PARKING BRAKE SHOE REPLACEMENT 

CAUTION: Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, 

could be hazardous to your health. 



Avoid breathing dust particles.  



Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an 
OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.  

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element