2004 Honda Element Consumer Discussions

Towing with a Honda Element

Towing a 1200 lb camper w/honda element

Written by: elaine101 on Aug 29, 2009 08:02 AM

I would like to tow my 13' Scamp camper that weighs 1200 pounds with a 2004 Honda Element that only has two wheel drive. Can this work? Does it matter if a car has 2wd or 4wd as long as it has enough power to tow a vehicle? Thank you. Read More...

Honda Element Prices Paid and Buying Experience

Re: Element buying in Maine

Written by: saw11 on Mar 10, 2009 11:48 AM

Beware Prime Honda in Saco Maine. I tried to purchase a 2008 AWD EX leftover in December, and they used 2 distinctive tools to try and up the purchasing price; 1. After a few phone calls to inquire and begin the interest portion of the deal, they stated a price on the phone that seemed in the correct ballpark for this car. When arriving to have the face to face encounter, ... Read More...

A catalytic converter costs what?!?!?!

A catalytic converter costs what?!?!?!

Written by: jashcraft on Apr 17, 2008 06:47 AM

Let me start by saying I love my Element. I have since I got it brand new in 2004. Now, after much discussion and debate, the tech believes the hesitation that I have is caused by a plugged up catalytic converter. Cost to replace: $1675. I have done a bit of research and have found that the average cost to replace a cat in most cars is between $250 and $350. Needless to ... Read More...

Honda Element Maintenance and Repair

2004 Honda Element Stalling Problem

Written by: willmd on Jul 21, 2007 09:50 AM

My 2004 Honda Element with 44K miles has been fine until last week when it unexpectedly stalled while turning left on a very hot Florida afternoon. The clock display also went off. I shifted into park and restarted it easily. There was no warning, no engine or other noises. About an hour later, it happened again after making another left turn. The next morning there ... Read More...

Re: 2004 Honda Element Stalling Problem [willmd]

Written by: ejhara on Feb 26, 2008 04:07 PM

My son has a 2007 Element EX which has stalled twice on turns. It starts right back up, I understand. Car has about 15 thousand miles on it. We're taking it back to the dealer this weekend. My point: Did you ever discover what was causing this problem? Is your car still doing it? Anything you can tell me/us will certainly help as we make a one-hour trip to the dealer and ... Read More...

Re: Honda Element won't start [n4ser]

Written by: n4ser on Dec 05, 2006 07:59 PM

good news, the dealer has found the problem- the solenoid was malfunctioning. they tell me that they have not seen this problem in any other element and they were suprised when they discovered this problem. the car is under warranty and i got it fixed free. i stopped by the show room and i'm considering trading in my 2004 EX AWD for a brand new 2007 Element. I paid about ... Read More...

Honda Element Real World MPG

Re: Honda Element: MPG - Real World Numbers [steve_]

Written by: thetoaster on Dec 14, 2007 11:13 PM

I have a 2004 EX, and drive 150 miles a day, 90% of which is freeway. Freeway speed is in the low 60's. Since I bought the Toaster, I have been checking mileage on a fairly regular basis and have been able to keep it between 27-28 mpg. The Toaster gets regular oil changes and check ups. I love my Element! As many hours as I spend in it every day, it is important that I feel ... Read More...

Weird car compass problems with Honda Element?

Weird car compass issues with Honda Element?

Written by: cybersu on Jun 02, 2007 10:05 PM

I have a 2004 Honda Element and recently purchased one of those little "floaty" car compasses that has a suction cup to stick on your dashboard. When I take the compass more than, say, 20 feet from the car, it points the correct direction. But when I put it IN the car, it consistently tells me I'm going South - might be southeast, or southwest, but it's basically telling ... Read More...

Honda Element Tires and Wheels

Re: Honda Element EX Tire Suggestions [rtremont]

Written by: westoaks on May 06, 2007 06:35 PM

I have 2004 element ex want to put michelin m&s 225x70x16 sams club on it. How does yours ride on highway now, corner, brake. and look? They say michelin tires are smaller so the 225 part should be ok to replace 215 ? Main concern is the ride. Sams has two types of michelin225s which ones did you buy? I love michelin they cost more but last so much longer than others. Thanks! Read More...

Towing with a Honda Element

Towing with a Honda Element

Written by: tmeidi on Nov 04, 2006 02:05 PM

I have a 2004 Honda Element EX AWD and love it. I'd like to purchase a small trailer for it to separately transport a small 11-foot sailboat, a John Deere lawn tractor, or lumber, drywall, etc. My questions about towing with it are three-fold: 1) Is the 1,500 pound maximum noted in the owner's manual absolute?; 2) What has your experience been in towing with the Element?; ... Read More...