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
Torque Specifications - General: Suspension
SUSPENSION SPECIFICATIONS CHART
| Location | Item | Remark | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front suspension | Wheel nuts | 108 N.m (11.0 kgf.m, 80 lbf.ft) | |
| Knuckle damper pinch bolts | Use new bolts | 157 N.m (16.0 kgf.m, 116 lbf.ft) | |
| Lower arm castle nut (except SC model) | Use new nut | 59 - 69 N.m (6.0 - 7.0 kgf.m, 43 - 51 lbf.ft) | |
| Lower arm castle nut (SC model) | Use new nut | 88 - 98 N.m (9.0 - 10.0 kgf.m, 65 - 72 lbf.ft) | |
| Lower arm bolt (14mm) | Use new bolt | 103 N.m (10.5 kgf.m, 75.9 lbf.ft) | |
| Lower arm bolt (14mm) | Use new bolt | 83 N.m (8.5 kgf.m, 61 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer bar flange bolts | 39 N.m (4.0 kgf.m, 29 lbf.ft) | ||
| Stabilizer link self-locking nut (except SC model) | Use new nut | 38 N.m (3.9 kgf.m, 28 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer link self-locking nut (SC model) | Use new nut | 37 N.m (3.8 kgf.m, 27 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer link flange nuts | Use new nuts | 44 N.m (4.5 kgf.m, 33 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper flange nuts | 44 N.m (4.5 kgf.m, 33 lbf.ft) | ||
| Rear suspension | Wheel nuts | 108 N.m (11.0 kgf.m, 80 lbf.ft) | |
| Knuckle flange bolts (14mm) | Use new bolts | 93 N.m (9.5 kgf.m, 69 lbf.ft) | |
| Knuckle flange bolts (12mm) | Use new bolts | 62 N.m (6.3 kgf.m, 46 lbf.ft) | |
| Upper arm flange bolts | Use new bolts | 93 N.m (9.5 kgf.m, 69 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper flange bolts | Use new bolts | 93 N.m (9.5 kgf.m, 69 lbf.ft) | |
| Trailing arm front bolts | Use new bolts | 115 N.m (11.7 kgf.m, 84.6 lbf.ft) | |
| Trailing arm rear bolts | Use new bolts | 93 N.m (9.5 kgf.m, 69 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer bar flange bolts | 28 N.m (2.9 kgf.m, 21 lbf.ft) | ||
| Stabilizer link self-locking nut (except SC model) | Use new nut | 38 N.m (3.9 kgf.m, 28 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer link self-locking nut (SC model) | Use new nut | 54 N.m (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer link flange nut (except SC model) | Use new nut | 39 N.m (4.0 kgf.m, 29 lbf.ft) | |
| Stabilizer link flange nut (SC model) | Use new nut | 78 N.m (8.0 kgf.m, 58 lbf.ft) | |
| Damper flange nuts | Use new nuts | 74 N.m (7.5 kgf.m, 54 lbf.ft) |
Factory Service Tools
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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.