Honda Element. Manual — part 513

Fig. 47: Identifying Tailgate Cladding Bolts With Torque Specification
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4. Pull out along the upper and lower edges on the tailgate cladding (A) to release the clips, then remove the

cladding from the tailgate, and disconnect the rear license light connectors (B).

Fig. 48: Pulling Tailgate Cladding And Rear License Light Connectors
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

5. Install the cladding 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 rear license light connectors are plugged in properly.

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Push the clip portions into place securely.

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Reinstall tailgate weatherstrip.

EMBLEM REPLACEMENT

1. To remove the front "H" emblem, remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER

REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

2. Clean the body surface with a sponge dampened in alcohol. After cleaning, keep oil, grease, and water

from getting on the surface.

3. Apply the emblems where shown. When installing the LEV emblem on the inside surface of the quarter

glass, align the bottom of the application tape with the black ceramic, then press the emblem into place,
and remove the application tape.

Fig. 49: Identifying Emblem Dimension

NOTE:

When removing the emblems, take care not to scratch the body. Use dental
floss to cut double-sided type.

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4. Reinstall the front bumper.

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Fenderwell - Element

SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the splash shield (A).

-1 From both wheel arches, remove the clips (B) securing the front inner fender (C) and splash
shield to the body.

-2 From under the front bumper (D), remove the clips (B) and bolts (E).

-3 Pull the splash shield out.

NOTE:

Take care not to scratch the body.

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2007 Honda Element EX

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