Honda Element. Manual - part 383

Fig. 43: Identifying Camshaft Lock Pin Set 
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12. Install the crankshaft position (CKP) pulse plate. 

Fig. 44: Identifying Crankshaft Position (CKP) Pulse Plate 
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13. Check the chain case oil seal for damage. If the oil seal is damaged, replace the chain case oil seal (see 

CHAIN CASE OIL SEAL INSTALLATION ).  

14. Remove old liquid gasket from the chain case mating surfaces, bolts, and bolt holes.  

15. Clean and dry the chain case mating surfaces.  

16. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, evenly to the engine 

block mating surface of the chain case. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid 
gasket. 

NOTE:



If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be 
installed within 4 minutes.  



If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove 

 

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2007-2008 ENGINE Cylinder Head - Element

  

17. Apply liquid gasket to the engine block upper surface contact areas (A) on the chain case and lower block 

upper surface contact areas (B) on the chain case.  

18. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004,08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009, evenly to the oil pan 

mating surface of the chain case. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket. 

19. Install the new O-ring (A) on the chain case. Set the edge of the chain case (B) to the edge of the oil pan 

(C), then install the chain case on the engine block (D). Wipe off excess liquid gasket on the oil pan and 
chain case mating surface. 

the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket. 

Fig. 45: Identifying Liquid Gasket Applying Area 
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NOTE:



If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be 
installed within 4 minutes.  



If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove 
the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket. 

Fig. 46: Applying Liquid Gasket On Broken Line 
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NOTE:



When installing the chain case, do not slide the bottom surface on 
the oil pan mounting surface.  

 

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2007-2008 ENGINE Cylinder Head - Element

  

20. Install the side engine mount bracket. 

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Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.  

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Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the chain 
case. 

Fig. 47: Identifying O-Ring On Chain Case And Bolts With Torque 
Specifications 
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2007-2008 ENGINE Cylinder Head - Element

  

Fig. 48: Identifying Side Engine Mount Bracket With Bolts With Torque Specification 
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21. Install the upper engine mount bracket (A), then torque the bolt/nuts in the numbered sequence shown. 

Fig. 49: Identifying Upper Engine Mount Bracket Bolt With Torque Specifications 
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22. Install the ground cable (B).  

23. Install the VTC oil control solenoid valve (see VTC OIL CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE 

REMOVAL/TEST/INSTALLATION ).  

24. Connect the CKP sensor connector (A) and VTC oil control solenoid valve connector (B). 

 

2007 Honda Element EX 

2007-2008 ENGINE Cylinder Head - Element