Honda Element. Manual — part 334

Fig. 70: Applying Molycote Grease To Shoe Ends And Connecting Rod Ends, Sliding Surfaces And
Edges Of Parking Brake Shoe
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5. Clean the threaded portions of the clevis A, and coat the threads of the clevis with grease. Clean the

sliding surface of the clevis B, and coat the sliding surface with multipurpose grease. Install the clevis A
and B on the adjuster nut (C), and shorten the clevis A by turning the adjuster.

Fig. 71: Cleaning Threaded Portions Of Clevis
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6. Install the brake shoe adjuster assembly (D), and hook the lower return spring (E) on the parking brake

shoes.

7. Hook the rod spring (A) to the connecting rod (B) first with the spring end (C) pointing downward. Then

hook the rod spring to the parking brake shoe, and install the connecting rod on the parking brake shoes.

Fig. 72: Identifying Rod Spring, Connecting Rod And Spring End
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8. Install the tension pins (A) and retainer springs (B). Make sure the tension pin does not contact the

parking brake lever.

2007 Honda Element EX

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element

Fig. 73: Installing Tension Pins And Retainer Springs
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9. Install the upper return springs (A).

Fig. 74: Installing Upper Return Springs
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10. Install the rear brake disc/drum and rear brake caliper bracket in the reverse order of removal.

11. Do the major adjustment for the parking brake (see MAJOR ADJUSTMENT (TO BE DONE WHEN

REPLACING PARKING BRAKE SHOES AND AFTER LINING SURFACE BREAK-IN) ).

PARKING BRAKE SHOE LINING BREAK-IN

WARNING:

Do this operation in a safe area.

NOTE:



Do the brake linings surface brake-in when replacing shoes with new

2007 Honda Element EX

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element

1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level surface.

2. Release the parking brake lever.

3. Pull the parking brake lever 2 to 4 clicks.

4. Drive the vehicle for 1/4 mile (400 m) at about 31 mph (50 km/h).

5. Stop the vehicle, and release the parking brake lever for 5-10 minutes to allow the brake disc/drum to

cool.

6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 three more times.

7. Check the parking brake lever adjustment (see PEDAL FREE PLAY ).

BRAKE PEDAL REPLACEMENT

1. Disconnect the brake pedal position switch connector (A).

Fig. 75: Identifying Brake Pedal Position Switch Connector, Lock Pin, Joint Pin And Brake Pedal
Bracket Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
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2. Remove the lock pin (B) and joint pin (C).

3. Remove the brake pedal bracket mounting bolt (D) and brake booster mounting nuts (E).

4. Remove the brake pedal with bracket (F).

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

6. Do the brake pedal and brake pedal position switch adjustment (see BRAKE PEDAL AND BRAKE

PEDAL POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).

linings and/or new rear brake disc/drum.

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Check the number of parking brake lever clicks. Adjust the parking brake
before lining surface brake-in (see PEDAL FREE PLAY ).

2007 Honda Element EX

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element

BRAKE HOSE AND LINE INSPECTION

1. Inspect the brake hoses for damage, deterioration, leaks, interference, and twisting.

2. Check the brake lines for damage, rusting, and leaks. Also check for bent brake lines.

3. Check for leaks at hose and line joints and connections, and retighten if necessary.

4. Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit (if equipped) for damage and leaks.

Fig. 76: Identifying Brake Hose And Line
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BRAKE HOSE REPLACEMENT

NOTE:



Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dirt and other foreign
particles.

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Replace parts with new ones whenever specified to do so.

2007 Honda Element EX

2007-2008 BRAKES Conventional Brake Components - Element