Honda Element. Manual - part 349

Fig. 19: Identifying O-Ring 
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10. Pull back the boot (B), and apply brake assembly lube to the boot and slave cylinder rod (C). Reinstall the 

boot.  

11. Apply super high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the pushrod of the slave cylinder rod and the 

release fork. Tighten the slave cylinder mounting bolts to 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft).  

12. Do the clutch hydraulic system bleeding (see CLUTCH HYDRAULIC SYSTEM BLEEDING ).  

13. Install the air cleaner assembly (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).  

14. Install the battery base (see step 50 on ENGINE INSTALLATION ).  

15. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals. Connect the positive cable to the battery 

first, then connect the negative cable, and apply multipurpose grease to prevent corrosion.  

16. Check the clutch operation, and check for leaks.  

17. Enter the anti-theft code for the audio unit, and set the clock.  

18. Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW 

CONTROL UNIT ).  

19. Test-drive the vehicle.  

CLUTCH REPLACEMENT 

Special Tools Required  

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Clutch alignment disc 07JAF-PM7011A  

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Ring gear holder 07LAB-PV00100 or 07924-PD20003  

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Clutch alignment shaft 07ZAF-PR8A100  

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Sliding hammer weight 07741-0010201  

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Attachment, 22 x 24 mm 07746-0010800 

 

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2007-08 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Element

  

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Driver 07749-0010000  

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Remover handle 07936-3710100  

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Bearing remover shaft set, 17 mm 07936-3710300  

PRESSURE PLATE AND CLUTCH DISC REMOVAL 

1. Check the height of the diaphragm spring fingers using the clutch alignment disc (A), clutch alignment 

shaft (B), remover handle (C), and a feeler gauge (D). If the height is more than the service limit, replace 
the pressure plate. 

Standard (New): 0.6 mm (0.02 in.) max.  

Service Limit: 0.8 mm (0.03 in.)  

Fig. 20: Checking Height Of Diaphragm Spring Fingers Clutch Alignment Disc 
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2. Install the ring gear holder (A), clutch alignment shaft (B), and remover handle (C). 

Fig. 21: Identifying Ring Gear Holder, Clutch Alignment Shaft And Remover Handle 
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2007-08 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Element

  

3. To prevent warping, unscrew the pressure plate mounting bolts (D) in a crisscross pattern in several steps, 

then remove the pressure plate (E).  

4. Inspect the fingers of the diaphragm spring (A) for wear at the release bearing contact area. 

Fig. 22: Identifying Diaphragm Spring 
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5. Inspect the surface of the pressure plate (A) for wear, cracks, and burning. 

Fig. 23: Identifying Pressure Plate 
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6. Inspect for warpage using a straight edge (A) and a feeler gauge (B). Measure across the pressure plate 

(C). If the warpage is more than the service limit, replace the pressure plate. 

Standard (New): 0.03 mm (0.001 in.) max.  

Service Limit: 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)  

 

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2007-08 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Element

  

Fig. 24: Inspecting Warpage Straight Edge And Feeler Gauge 
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7. Remove the clutch disc (A), clutch alignment shaft (B), and remover handle (C). 

Fig. 25: Identifying Clutch Disc, Clutch Alignment Shaft And Remover Handle 
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8. Inspect the lining of the clutch disc for signs of slippage or oil. If the clutch disc looks burnt or is soaked 

with oil, replace it. Find and repair the source of the oil leak, if the clutch disc is soaked.  

9. Measure the clutch disc thickness. If the thickness is less than the service limit, replace the clutch disc. 

Standard (New): 8.6-9.2 mm (0.34-0.36 in.)  

Service Limit: 6.0 mm (0.24 in.)  

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-08 TRANSMISSION Clutch - Element