Honda Element. Manual — part 405

Fig. 10: Disconnecting Power Window Switch Connector And Power Mirror Switch
Connector With Specification
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11. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.

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Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the rod is connected properly.

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Push the clips portion into place securely.

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Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW
CONTROL UNIT ).

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Check the window and power door lock operations.

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When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed
around its perimeter to seal out water.

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Check for water leaks (see step 7 ).

FRONT DOOR OUTER HANDLE REPLACEMENT

1. Remove these items:

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Door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )

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Plastic cover, as necessary (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX - FRONT DOOR )

2. Raise the glass fully.

3. Pull the glass run channel (A) away as necessary, and remove the bolt, then remove the center lower

channel (B) by pulling it downward.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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Fig. 11: Removing Center Lower Channel With Torque Specification
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4. Remove the access seal (A), and disconnect the outer handle rod (B) from the bushing (C) and cylinder

rod (D).

Fig. 12: Disconnecting Outer Handle Rod From Bushing And Cylinder Rod
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5. Push the top of the retainer clip (A) with a flat-tip screwdriver (B), and hold it. Release the retainer clip

NOTE:

Check the bushing for damage and replace if necessary.

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with a hook-shaped tool (C), then remove the lock cylinder (D).

Fig. 13: Pushing Top Of Retainer Clip With Flat-Tip Screwdriver
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6. Remove the bolts, then remove the outer handle protector (A).

Fig. 14: Removing Outer Handle Protector With Torque Specification
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7. Release the hooks (A), then remove the outer handle (B). Take care not to scratch the door.

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Fig. 15: Removing Outer Handle
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8. Install the outer handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Make sure each rod is connected securely.

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Make sure the door locks and opens properly.

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When installing the lock cylinder, leave the outer door handle bolts loose so the inner protector
does not interfere with the lock cylinder installation, then tighten the handle bolts.

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Install the lock cylinder retaining clip on the handle, then install the lock cylinder. Be sure the clip
is fully seated in the slot on the lock cylinder.

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When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed
around its perimeter to seal out water.

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Check for water leaks.

FRONT DOOR LATCH REPLACEMENT

1. Remove these items:



Door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )

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Plastic cover, as necessary (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX - FRONT DOOR )

2. Raise the glass fully.

3. Remove the center lower channel (see step 3 ).

4. Remove the access seal, and disconnect the outer handle rod and cylinder rod (see step 4 ).

5. To ease reassembly, note the distance (A) of the lock rod (B) on the lock knob (C) before disconnecting

it.

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.

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