2005 HONDA ELEMENT oil

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area or pull a trailer,
readjustment may be required.
Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour
dealer or other qualif ied mechanic.Open the hood.
If you need to change the
headlight bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the f ront end of the air
intake duct by pulling it out.
Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. Handle it by its steel base and
protect the glass f rom contact with
your skin or hard objects. If you
touch the glass, clean it with
denaturedalcoholandacleancloth.
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Headlight A iming Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Lights
Maint enance
179
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.

Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f an cycles twice).
Pref erably, do this once a month.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in reverse
(manual) or Park (automatic). If you store your vehicle f or 12
months or longer, have your dealer
perf orm the inspections called f or in
the 24 months/30,000 miles
(48,000 km) maintenance schedule
(normal conditions) as soon as you
take it out of storage (see page ).
The replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
165
Vehicle Storage
194

This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .196
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Changing a Flat Tire .197
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If the Engine Won’t Start . 203
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Jump Starting .205
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If the Engine Overheats . 207
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 209
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Charging System Indicator . 209
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 210
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Brake System Indicator . 211
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Fuses .212
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Fuse Locations .215
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Emergency Towing .217
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
195

Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low. Serious engine damage is
possible and you should take
immediate action.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(seeon page
).
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2.
4. 3.
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170
217
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Charging System Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
209
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.

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No. Amps. Circuits Protected
No. Amps. Circuits Protected
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1
2
3
4
5
15 A
15 A
10 A
10 A
Ignition Coil
Rear Accessory Power
Socket
Daytime running lights
ACG
Not Used 6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 7.5 A
20 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
10 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
20 A Power Window Relay
AMP
Accessory, Radio
Rear Wiper
Meter
ABS
Daytime running lights
SRS
Remote Control Mirrors
LAF Heater
Not Used
Fuel Pump
Front Accessory Power
Socket
Turn Signal Lights
Front Wiper
Not Used
Passenger’s Power Window
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Not Used
2: 1 : If equipped Canadian models
1
2 2
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
215
INTERIOR FUSE BOX

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Specif ications
222
Dimensions
Weights
Engine
Capacities
169.3 in (4,300 mm)
71.5 in (1,815 mm)
70.4 in (1,788 mm)
101.4 in (2,575 mm)
62.1 in (1,577 mm)
62.3 in (1,582 mm)
1.88 US gal (7.1
)
1.90 US gal (7.2
)
3.3 US qt (3.1
)
7.6 US qt (7.2
)
2.0 US qt (1.9
)
1.43 US gal (5.4
)
3.1 US qt (2.9
)
1.45 US gal (5.5
)
6.9 US qt (6.5
)
5.6 US qt (5.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0)
4.4 US qt (4.2)
15.9 US gal (60
)
9.7 : 1
144 cu-in (2,354 cm
)
3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)
0.145 US gal (0.55
)1.3 US qt (1.2
)
1.1 US qt (1.0)
2.4 US qt (2.3
)
2.3 US qt (2.2)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Fuel tank
Engine oil
See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb (front
edge of rear door).
Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC
VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine Engine
coolant
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Manual
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
IZFR6K-11
SKJ20DR-M11
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
Approx.
Front
Rear
Change
Without filter
Total 1:
2:
NGK:
DENSO: Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
4WD
2WD
Total 4WD
2WD
Change
Total 4WD
2WD
Change
Total
Automatic Transmission
Manual Transmission
1 2
2
Including filter

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Accessories .128
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .69
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Accessory Power Sockets . 87
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Additives, Engine Oil . 171
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Airbag (SRS) .11, 23
...
Airbags, Additional Information . 23
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 29
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Airbag Service .28
How the Side Airbag Cutof f ......................
Indicator Works .28
..
How the SRS Indicator Works . 27
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .24
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
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SRS Components .23
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Air Conditioning System . 91
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Usage .91
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Air Pressure, Tires .188
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Normal Driving .188
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Antif reeze .173
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .55, 148
...................................
Operation .147 ..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 116
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 69
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Armrests, Front Seat .74
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Audio System .94
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21
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Automatic Speed Control . 119
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Automatic Transmission . 141
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Capacity, Fluid .222
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Checking Fluid Level . 175
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Shif ting .141
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 141
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Shif t Lever Positions . 141
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Shif t Lock Release . 144
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Auxiliary Input Jack .112
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .54, 209
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Jump Starting .205
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Maintenance .193
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Specif ications .223
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Bef ore Driving .121
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Belts, Seat .10, 20
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Beverage Holders .87 ...................................
Body Panels .178
..................................
Booster Seats .45
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 147
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Break-in, New Linings . 122
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Bulb Replacement .179
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Fluid .177
.........................................
Parking .83
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System Indicator . 54,211
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Wear Indicators .147
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Braking System .146
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 122
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 63
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Brights, Headlights .62
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .182
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Brake Lights .182
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Front Parking Lights . 180
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Front Side Marker Lights . 181
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Headlights .179
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Specif ications .223
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Turn Signal Lights . 180
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Bulbs, Halogen .179
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Bungee Cords .133
Index
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INDEX
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Capacities Chart .222
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 47
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Carring Cargo .130
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .113
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CD Changer .112
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CD Error Message .114
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CD Changer Error Message . 115
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CD Player .106
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Ceiling Pocket .86
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Certif ication Label .220
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Chains .192
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Changing a Flat Tire .197
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Changing Oil .171
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How to .171
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When to .165
...
Charging System Indicator . 54,209
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 137
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Child Saf ety .30
Child Seats ......
LATCH Anchorage System . 39
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Lower Anchors .39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43
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Cleaning the Body Panels . 178..............................................
Clock .117
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Clock, Setting the .117
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Clutch Fluid .177
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CO in the Exhaust .227
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 138
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Compact Spare .196
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Consumer Inf ormation . 234
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Controls, Instruments and . 51
Coolant ........................................
Adding .173
....................................
Checking .126
.........................
Proper Solution .173
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Temperature Gauge . 59
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .227
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Cruise Control Indicator . 56
............
Cruise Control Operation . 119
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Customer Service Of f ice . 234
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard .4, 52
Daytime Running Lights ...................................
Indicator .56
.................................
Dead Battery .205 ............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 236
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Def og and Def rost .91
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 63
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Def rosting the Windows . 93
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Dimensions .222
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 62
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 175
..................................
Engine Oil .126
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Directional Signals .62
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 147
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Disposal of Used Oil .172
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 70
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Power Door Locks .70
........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 224
Downshif ting, Manual .............................
Transmission .139
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 7
...........................................
Driving .135
....................................
Economy .127
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Driving Guidelines .136
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 185
Index
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