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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2006ELEMENT EX, 2.4 YH1, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)GENERAL INFORMATIONOEM GENERAL INFORMATIONSERVICE SPECIFICATIONSDESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
2006 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, Standard
Design Specifications
2006 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH1, StandardSECTION Design Specifications
DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Measurement | Qualification | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMENSIONS | Overall length | 4, 300 mm (169.3in.) | |
| Overall width | 1, 815 mm (71.5 in.) | ||
| Overall height | 1, 788 mm (70.4 in.) | ||
| Wheelbase | 2, 575 mm (101.4 in.) | ||
| Track | Front | 1, 577 mm (62.1 in.) | |
| Rear | 1, 582 mm (62.3 in.) | ||
| Seating capacity | Four (4) | ||
| WEIGHT (U.S.A.) | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4, 450 lbs | |
| WEIGHT (CANADA) | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 2, 020 kg | |
| ENGINE | Type | Water cooled, 4-stroke DOHC i-VTEC engine | |
| Cylinder arrangement | Inline 4-cylinder, transverse | ||
| Bore and stroke | 87 x 99 mm (3.43 x 3.90 in.) | ||
| Displacement | 2, 354 cm3 (144 cu in.) | ||
| Compression ratio | 9.7 | ||
| Valve train | Chain drive, DOHC i-VTEC 4 valves per cylinder | ||
| Lubrication system | Forced, wet sump, with trochoid pump | ||
| Oil pump displacement | At 6, 000 RPM | 52.8 L (55.8 US qt)/minute | |
| Water pump displacement | At 6, 000 RPM | 95.5 L (101 US qt)/minute | |
| Fuel required | Regular UNLEADED gasoline with 87 Pump Octane Number or higher | ||
| STARTER | Type | Gear reduction | |
| Normal output | M/T | 1.7 kW | |
| A/T | 1.6 kW | ||
| Nominal voltage | 12 V | ||
| Hour rating | 30 seconds | ||
| Direction of rotation | Clockwise as viewed from gear end | ||
| CLUTCH | Clutch type | Single plate dry, diaphragm spring | |
| Clutch friction material surface area | 174 cm2 (26.97 sq in.) | ||
| MANUAL TRANSMISSION | Type | Synchronized, 5-speed forward, 1 reverse | |
| Primary reduction | Direct 1: 1 | ||
| Gear ratio | 1st | 3.533 | |
| 2nd | 2.042 | ||
| 3rd | 1.355 | ||
| 4th | 1.028 | ||
| 5th | 0.825 | ||
| Reverse | 3.583 | ||
| Final reduction | Type | Single helical gear | |
| Gear ratio | 4.765 | ||
| AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | Type | Electronically controlled automatic, 4-speed forward, 1 reverse, 3-element torque converter with lock-up clutch | |
| Primary reduction | Direct 1: 1 | ||
| Gear ratio | 1st | 2.684 | |
| 2nd | 1.534 | ||
| 3rd | 1.081 | ||
| 4th | 0.733 | ||
| Reverse | 2.000 | ||
| Transfer gear | Type | Single helical gear | |
| Gear ratio | 4.765 | ||
| Differential final gears | Type | Single helical gear | |
| Gear ratio | 4.562 | ||
| STEERING | Type | Power-assisted rack and pinion | |
| Overall ratio | 16.2 | ||
| Turns, lock-to-lock | 3.26 | ||
| Steering wheel diameter | 360 mm (14.2 in.) | ||
| SUSPENSION | Type | Front | Independent strut with stabilizer, coil spring |
| Rear | Independent double wishbone with stabilizer, coil spring | ||
| Shock absorber | Front | Telescopic, hydraulic, nitrogen gas-filled | |
| Rear | Telescopic, hydraulic, nitrogen gas-filled | ||
| TIRES | Size | P215/70R16 99S | |
| WHEEL ALIGNMENT | Camber | Front | -0 ° 13' |
| Rear | -1 ° 00' | ||
| Caster | Front | 1 ° 50' | |
| Total Toe-in | Front | 0 mm (0 in.) | |
| Rear | 2 mm (0.08 in.) | ||
| BRAKES | Type of service brake | Front | Power-assisted self-adjusting ventilated disc |
| Rear | Power-assisted self-adjusting solid disc | ||
| Type of parking brake | Mechanical actuating, rear wheels | ||
| Pad friction surface area | Front | 46 cm2 (7.1 sq in.) x 2 | |
| Rear | 27 cm2 (4.1 sq in.) x 2 | ||
| Shoe friction surface area | Rear | 49.0 cm2 (7.60 sq in.) x 2 | |
| AIR CONDITIONING | Compressor | Type | Swash plate |
| Capacity | 188 mL (11.47 cu in.)/rev. | ||
| Maximum speed | 7, 922 RPM | ||
| Lubricant capacity | 160 mL (5 1/3 fl oz) | ||
| Lubricant type | DENSO ND-OIL 8 | ||
| Condenser | Type | Corrugated fin | |
| Evaporator | Type | Corrugated fin | |
| Blower | Type | Radial fan | |
| Motor type | 190 W/12 V | ||
| Speed control | Infinite variable | ||
| Maximum capacity | 480 m3 (16.900 cu ft)/h | ||
| Temperature control | Air-mix type | ||
| Compressor clutch | Type | Dry, single plate, poly-V belt drive | |
| Electrical power consumption at 68 °F (20 °C) | 35 W max. at 12 V | ||
| Refrigerant | Type | HFC-134a (R-134a) | |
| Capacity | 500-550 g (17.6-19.4 oz) | ||
| ELECTRICAL RATINGS | Battery | 12 V-45 AH | |
| Fuses | Under-hood fuse/relay box | 100 A, 50 A, 40 A, 30 A, 20 A, 15 A, 10 A | |
| Under-dash fuse/relay box | 20 A, 15 A, 10 A, 7.5 A | ||
| Light bulbs | Headlight (high beam) | 12 V-60 W | |
| Headlight (low beam) | 12 V-51 W | ||
| Front turn signal/parking lights | 12 V-21/5 W | ||
| Front side marker lights | 12 V-5 W | ||
| Rear turn signal lights | 12 V-21 W | ||
| Taillights | 12 V-3 CP | ||
| Brake/taillights | 12 V-21/5 W | ||
| High mount brake light | 12 V-21 W | ||
| Back-up lights | 12 V-21 W | ||
| License plate light | 12 V-5 W | ||
| Ceiling lights | 12 V-8 W | ||
| Spotlights | 12 V-4 CP | ||
| Gauge lights | 12 V-1.4 W | ||
| Indicator lights | LED, 12 V-1.4 W |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.