- #126 of 185
-
Re: 2003 front windshield washer pump [gregoryparker]
by streetlight
-
Apr 03, 2008 (3:52 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: gregoryparker (Apr 03, 2008 8:08 am)
Sorry Greg, the procedure I just posted was for the reservoir. It looks like you can access the pump/motor by removing the right inner fender (no idea what it's like getting that out)...
1) Remove the right inner fender.
2) Disconnect the 2P connectors (A) from the washer motors.
Brian
|
- #127 of 185
-
Re: 2003 front windshield washer pump [streetlight]
by bigfur
-
Apr 03, 2008 (4:26 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: streetlight (Apr 03, 2008 3:52 pm)
Dont freak out TOO bad...bumper covers usually are not too difficult to get off. ID assume you have to get the grille out which is usually a few clips. Looks for two or three screw/bolts on each inner fender well. Usually there are a few plastics clips under the bumper and occasionally a bolt or two. Under the grill i could have to guess there are a few plastic clips also. Not sure how much this helps you cuz this makes it sound very easy, its not. I used to do auto body repair so i might make it sound easier then it is.
|
- #128 of 185
-
headlamps
by kmeisel
-
Apr 20, 2008 (6:59 am)
-
|
|
both highbeams work-both lowbeams don't.Is this a bad bulb?
|
- #129 of 185
-
Re: 2003 front windshield washer pump [gregoryparker]
by aznpolobear
-
Apr 21, 2008 (7:23 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: gregoryparker (Apr 03, 2008 8:08 am)
I have the same problem too, front and back don't work, don't Honda know this is happening?
|
- #130 of 185
-
Re: Honda Element Owners: Problems & Solutions [pleiades]
by nemodogdad
-
May 01, 2008 (1:46 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: pleiades (May 07, 2006 9:03 pm)
We have a 2003 Element 5 spped manual fwd. Great car with a few really annoying issues. We had the drivers side passenger seat belt tensioner start malfunctioning almost from day one. At 41k miles, it finally locked up completely and would not release. I even removed the anchor bolt from the floor to maximize slack, and all it did was take up until the entire length of the bellt was locked in. Definately should be a recall issue, as I know 6 people with this same problem in Elements from 2003 thru 2006. Another issue in the 2003 that may have been addressed in later modles is the kee room when in a proper driving position. When I set up the seat for my frame (6'0") my left knee is about 3/4 of an inch from the dash. If I',m in a head on, I suspect I'll break both khees before the airbags pop of and knock me out cold. Last issue is the dif fluid loss causing anything beyond a graceful , easy turn sound like you are running over rumble strips at high speed.
Anyone else have these happen too?
Nemodogdad
|
- #131 of 185
-
Re: Honda Element Owners: Problems & Solutions [nemodogdad]
by cwalti
-
May 01, 2008 (2:12 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: nemodogdad (May 01, 2008 1:46 pm)
Look at www.elementownersclub.com This and many like issues are discussed and remedied... The diff fluid is wearing out needing be replaced with a NEW formula delivered to the dealer. I had it changed in my '05 CR-V at 18K miles. No scraping yet with the '07 Element. I love that car!!!
|
- #132 of 185
-
Re: 03 EX Reverse lockout [kevinb4]
by bonnie24
-
Jul 19, 2008 (4:58 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: kevinb4 (Mar 23, 2008 7:42 am)
I have a 2003 Honda Element. I had the reverse lockout also. Did you find out what the problem. Did you go to a dealer. How much did the repair cost you.
|
- #133 of 185
-
Re: 2003 front windshield washer pump [streetlight]
by gregoryparker
-
Jul 20, 2008 (11:45 am)
-
|
|
Replying to: streetlight (Apr 03, 2008 3:52 pm)
Brian,
Thanks for the replies. I am sorry it has been so long for me to get back to you to thank you for the info. Based upon what I could see and rooting around the pump, I figured the bumper removal was not required. I can't imagine getting the inner fender out being too difficult, although it may be tedious. Again, I really appreciate the response.
Thanks,
Greg
|
- #134 of 185
-
Re: 03 EX Reverse lockout [bonnie24]
by kevinb4
-
Jul 20, 2008 (12:25 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: bonnie24 (Jul 19, 2008 4:58 pm)
Hi Bonnie.
I did take to the Honda dealership. They did an idle learn procedure, whatever that is.That was $30.00. That fixed the problem. They told me if the problem persists, the throttle body woul have to be replaced. After about 6 weeks it started doing it again, but it is intermittent. If I turn on the A/C it will come out of park. For the last 10 days or so, it has been working fine, A/C on or not.I bought it used, and fortunately purchased a 100k / 5yr warranty. I have not yet taken it back to the dealership, so I don't know how much the throttle body replacement cost. The guy at the Honda dealership said something about a recall for this problem. If that is the case, it might not cost you anything. If you don't know, there is a lockout bypass switch.There is a little plastic tab on the shift console. Take a small screwdriver and pop out the tab. Stick the screwdriver in the hole and push down on it, and it will come out of park, strange huh? Hope this was helpful. Good luck, and let me know how it turns out. I love my short bus! 
|
- #135 of 185
-
Re: Honda Element won't start [n4ser]
by rjnvpn
-
Jul 21, 2008 (6:46 pm)
-
|
|
Replying to: n4ser (Dec 05, 2006 7:59 pm)
I have had the same problem with my 03 Honda Element. I have taken my Honda to the Dealer 7 times for problems with the engine stalling and dying at unpredictable times. It used to happen every few weeks first thing in the morning; I thought the engine was cold. However, living in Southern California, the cold weather here is mild. Every time I took my car in for this issue, the car never duplicated the problem. So they never fixed it. Finally, out of exasperation, I went to another general mechanic. They advised that I replace the starter for $600. I called Honda, where I had my car serviced faithfully for 5 years to get their quote. They offered to do it for $800. I talked to the head mechanic at Honda and explained that they should cut me a better deal since I was a long time customer and my car is out of warranty. So they counter offered to replace the starter for $300. which I accepted. Since reading your post, that your engine starting problem was due to a bad solenoid, I'm wondering if I this was a mistaken diagnosis. My car seems to be starting more smoothly; howvever it makes this bzzzt noise which it used to do when this problem started. Has replacing the solenoid remedied your cars starting problems and was this an expensive repair. T 
|
![[F]](http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com/media/townhall/webxicons/site.gif){kind=small}
Forums
SUVs 
