Honda Element. Manual - part 653

Fig. 4: Identifying Hook And Mirror 

6. Install the mirror in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: 

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Make sure the connector is plugged in properly (power mirror model).  

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Check if the clip is damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace it with a new one.  

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Push the cover clip portion into place securely.  

MIRROR HOLDER REPLACEMENT 

1. Carefully pull out the bottom edge of the mirror holder (A) by hand. Take care not to scratch the mirror. 

Fig. 5: Pulling Out Bottom Edge Of Mirror Holder 

2. Separate the mirror holder from the actuator (B) by slowly pulling them apart while separating the 

adhesive (C), detaching the clips (D), and releasing the hooks (E). Manual mirror: Release the pin (F) 
from the pin spring (G).  

3. Reattach the hooks of the mirror holder to the actuator, and on the manual mirror, reattach the pin of the 

mirror holder to the pin spring of the mirror bracket, then position the mirror holder on the actuator. 
Carefully push on the clip portions of the mirror holder until the mirror holder locks into place. 

 

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4. Check the operation of the actuator.  

REARVIEW MIRROR REPLACEMENT 

Special Tools Required  

KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 * 

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call 888-424-6857 

1. Using the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set, carefully remove the headliner cap (A) by 

releasing the hooks (B) from the headliner (C), and remove the cap through the slit (D) on it from the 
rearview mirror stay (E). Take care not to scratch the cap and headliner. 

Fig. 6: Removing Headliner Cap By Releasing Hooks From Headliner 

2. Remove the screws, then remove the rearview mirror (A). 

NOTE:

Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when 
prying components.

 

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Fig. 7: Removing Rearview Mirror 

3. Install the rearview mirror in the reverse order of removal. 

 

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2007-08 ENGINE PERFORMANCE

PCV System - Element 

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX 

Fig. 1: Identifying PCV System Component Location 

PCV VALVE INSPECTION 

1. Check the PCV valve (A), hoses (B), and connections for leaks or restrictions. 

 

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2007-08 ENGINE PERFORMANCE PCV System - Element