Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2011 Honda Element EX, 2.4 YH2FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Automatic Transmission
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SPECIFICATIONS CHART
| Location | Item | Remark | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic transmission | ATF drain plug | Use new sealing washer | 49 N.m (5.0 kgf.m, 36 lbf.ft) |
| Clutch pressure inspection port sealing bolts | Use new sealing washers | 18 N.m (1.8 kgf.m, 13 lbf.ft) | |
| Drive plate bolts *2 | 74 N.m (7.5 kgf.m, 54 lbf.ft) | ||
| Transmission fluid pressure switches | Use new sealing washers | 20 N.m (2.0 kgf.m, 14 lbf.ft) | |
| Transmission housing mounting bolts | 64 N.m (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft) | ||
| Transfer assembly bolts | 44 N.m (4.5 kgf.m, 33 lbf.ft) | ||
| Air cleaner housing mounting bracket bolt | 54 N.m (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft) | ||
| Shift lever mounting bolts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| Shift cable bracket bolts | 22 N.m (2.2 kgf.m, 16 lbf.ft) | ||
| *1: Parts to be tightened in a particular order. *2: Follow the S/M procedures closely for torque, sequence, and special steps. |
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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.