2004 Honda Element Honda Element 2004

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2004 Honda Element repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (6%)

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2004 Honda Element 4dr SUV

160-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual AWD

126 mi

US $145
Rear pads and rotors 
53000 mi

US $950
Scraping in brakes, metal on metal. Left rear caliper sticking. Replace all four rear pads (ceramic) Replace both rear rotors Replace both rear calipers Replace both rear brake hoses 
194160 mi rear brake caliper piston boot loose with corrosion. rebuilt both rear brake calipers 

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2004 Honda Element 4dr SUV

160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

127800 mi

US $150
Front Rotor wrap, Rotor and pad remove and replaced. 

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2004 Honda Element Brake Problems

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