2007 Honda Element SC, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Exploded View

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Transfer Assembly With Torque Specifications
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Special Tools RequiredΒ 

  • Companion flange holder 07RAB-TB4010A or 07RAB-TB4010B
  • Holder handle 07JAB-001020A
NOTE: Refer to the as needed during the following procedure.
  1. Remove the transfer holder (A) from the transfer housing (B).
    Fig 2: Identifying Transfer Holder And Transfer Housing
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  2. Cut the lock tab on the locknut using a chisel.
    Fig 3: Cutting Lock Tab On Locknut
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  3. Secure the transfer housing (A) in a bench vise (B) with soft jaws. To prevent damaging the transfer housing, always use soft jaws or equivalent materials between the transfer housing and the vise.
    Fig 4: Securing Transfer Housing
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  4. Install the companion flange holder and the holder handle on the companion flange, then loosen the locknut.
  5. Remove the companion flange holder and the holder handle.
  6. Remove the locknut (A), the conical spring washer (B), the back-up ring (C), the O-ring (D), and the companion flange (E) from the transfer output shaft (F).
    Fig 5: Identifying Locknut, Conical Spring Washer, Back-Up Ring, O-Ring And Companion Flange
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  7. Remove the transfer output shaft (A) from the transfer housing (B), then remove the transfer spacer (C) from the transfer output shaft.
    Fig 6: Identifying Transfer Output Shaft, Transfer Housing, Transfer Spacer And Transfer Output Shaft
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  8. Remove the oil seal (A) and the tapered roller bearing (B) from the transfer housing (C).
Fig 7: Identifying Oil Seal And Tapered Roller Bearing
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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