How To Replace a Honda Element Hood Cable

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EricTheCarGuy

EricTheCarGuy

Күн бұрын

If you need to replace the hood cable on your Honda Element, this video will walk you through the steps. It's not that difficult, and it doesn't require a lot of tools. I'd say it would take the average person about a half hour to do.
Some of you may be familiar with the controversy surrounding this hood cable. For those of you that aren't, here's some video links for you.
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Either way, I hope this video is helpful if you have a broken hood cable in your Honda Element.
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@Sunnbobb
@Sunnbobb Ай бұрын
Just did the cable replacement. It went Exactly as you demonstrated. There's a special place in heaven for folks like you who take the time to teach others.
@nicholasjr.2315
@nicholasjr.2315 Жыл бұрын
OH WOW !!! This is the 2nd video I saw Where the host actually explains in great details and gives you tips on what to do unlike the 1st video about a very hostile or upset mechanic, (it doesn't matter) who just sat there talking and mentioned something about fishing. Great job!! Thanks for the details, your experience and passion shows with your Deliberation.
@HakuginSan
@HakuginSan 2 ай бұрын
I recently ran into an issue where the hood latch itself does not want to full disengage from the hood when the release is pulled. When I searched for videos on how to replace it this was the first result... 8 years later and its still helping people with their Elements. Be safe, have fun, and stay dirty!
@scheuerle2
@scheuerle2 7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eric. This helped a lot with my daughter's 2003 Element, particularly with the hidden nylon clip up in the fenderwell. I spend about $15 for a new cable at O'Reilly, then $5.20 at the dealer for four new nylon clips. Hate to think what the dealer would have nicked me for the job.
@mcsexywolf
@mcsexywolf 6 жыл бұрын
Eric is a big big help on both my accord Lx and my civic they are a 95 and 92 but still have life in them. So I don't need a man to work on my cars thank god Eric is on you tube for everything I need A big thank you to Eric the car guy. I tell everyone I did the work to my cars due to Eric (you have saved me thousands and thousands of dollars that a car shop would have wanted to work and look at my cars)
@michabachorz8831
@michabachorz8831 8 жыл бұрын
Hi Eric! Just wanted to thank you for the motivation you provide to people watching your videos. I've certainly been motivated. Looking at you getting things done with couple of sockets, a screwdriver and good old penetrating oil made me take care of my car. Maintaining a US spec vehicle (Mazda 6 3.0l V6) is not easy in Poland, believe me. Aftermarket parts are pretty much not existent so anything needs replacing means a trip to the dealer. Remember when you worked on "the Pirate" Nissan SE-arrrrrrrrrrrrrr car you mentioned pirate air being the term for unmeasured air sucked into the engine. This got me thinking about problems I had with performance which mechanics couldn't diagnose. There was a huge crack in the pipe connecting air box and throttle (how they didn't spot this is beyond my comprehension). All in all, I took some spanners, screwdriver and some cleaning fluids, taped up the cracked pipe and the car runs beautifully. I'm amazed how such a simple fix transformed the engine response. You've certainly lived up to your motto of helping people fix their cars on a budget. Stay Dirty! Michael
@leonelpalazuelos8574
@leonelpalazuelos8574 8 жыл бұрын
I trully appreciate the details you give as you show the work. the helpful hints & the why it's done that way. little things your dad would point out as he showed you you too young to be my dad, so this WILL work.
@chefalex77
@chefalex77 5 жыл бұрын
I have been opening my hood with pliers for 8 years because the dealership quoted me $250 to fix it. And the part is $17 with 20 minutes worth of labor. i wish I had seen this sooner. Bastards.
@lakespeed
@lakespeed 2 жыл бұрын
I bought a 2007 Element LX in september of 2020. It came with a pair of pliers to open the hood so I laughed pretty hard when you showed a pair of pliers in the video. Bought a replacement cable from rockauto along with a bunch of other parts.
@edo.2159
@edo.2159 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Ericthecarguy, thank you! I didn't need to do the cable , but you did help me to do the latch part. Thank u from California! 😁
@edfoster5336
@edfoster5336 8 жыл бұрын
My daughter's 2004 Civic had the same problem. Your solution is great if you want to go to all the work and expense. However there are several videos on the web offering other solutions. I chose to use the one that uses a drill stop to replace the handle. I got a set of them from Home Depot for about $7.00. I round off the remaining plastic handle on the cable end in the passenger compartment. I then shoes to closest drill stop to the end of the cable and tightened the set screw to secure the drill stop. While it's not as pretty as a new cable, it is a permanent fix that will not break off. It has been 2 years now and all continues to work well. Bonus, a lot less disassembly and no worry about braking expensive plastic clips available only from Honda. To each his own - Form follows function.
@nightflyr1
@nightflyr1 8 жыл бұрын
FYI A trick we used to do to help reinstall the hood latch, Also works with hoods, doors and trunk lids ... We would drilled two 1/8" holes through the latch or hinges before removal. When reattaching just insert two 1/8" drills or pins through and tighten. Perfect alignment every time.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+nightflyr1 Brilliant.
@overkill0074
@overkill0074 8 жыл бұрын
Eric I really like the new Camera!!! Looks sharp!!
@vetterfellow
@vetterfellow 8 жыл бұрын
What a great disposition Erick, not one SWEAR word. Excellent channel.. Bravo.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+vetterfellow I edit those out. ;)
@vetterfellow
@vetterfellow 8 жыл бұрын
+EricTheCarGuy COOL !!. That's good for the little buck a ruoos.
@davemaster001
@davemaster001 8 жыл бұрын
+EricTheCarGuy I hope you make a video someday with the swear words in it. I think it would be very entertaining
@TheBrokenLife
@TheBrokenLife 8 жыл бұрын
AMC hood cables from '79 to the end of production are basically the same design and are also constantly broken. I've often considered building up the back of mine with a mountain of JB Weld to help prevent future failures (especially since I can't just go down to the AMC dealer and buy a new one... haha).
@ramondominguez5853
@ramondominguez5853 3 жыл бұрын
THANKS ERIC THE CAR GUY YOU SAVED MY DAY TOODLES 🙏
@cfook
@cfook 8 жыл бұрын
I was going to comment that I always tape string to old cables before pulling it in to the cabin so that the new one can be pulled back through easily, but that stupid plastic clip under the wheel arch liner meant that you had to do extra dismantling anyway.
@JonBarkerjonbux
@JonBarkerjonbux 8 жыл бұрын
Broke my tab on my 02 civic the second day I bought it 7.5 years ago. Finally going to go pick up the part and fix it
@WhiteToss
@WhiteToss 8 жыл бұрын
Glad you finally get over it
@joec.5420
@joec.5420 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video, my issue was the spring(small one) broke inside the hood latch , was able to replace the spring , after many Auto parts stores had nothing comparable..had to get one from a hardware store.
@chrised1115
@chrised1115 8 жыл бұрын
Eric, we bought my girlfriend an element and she loves it as do I. recently, the gas door broke but I was able ton find your video on how to fix that. thanks for all the info on these cars!
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+chrised1115 They're good vehicles. By the time I'm done, I should have a complete library of fixes for them.
@MrTheSIlverDevil
@MrTheSIlverDevil 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for entertainment, learned so much from your videos.Good Job!
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment!
@stephenprice1519
@stephenprice1519 Жыл бұрын
Another informative video 👍
@ronaldstimphilministries9491
@ronaldstimphilministries9491 2 жыл бұрын
Great job. Thanks, man.
@BIOStartup
@BIOStartup 5 ай бұрын
Excellent job sir
@davekintz
@davekintz 5 жыл бұрын
Looks to be very similar to my "02 Honda Odyssey. Thanks, good video.
@sixdouble532one
@sixdouble532one 11 ай бұрын
Ericthecarguy saves the day again.
@frugalprepper
@frugalprepper 8 жыл бұрын
It's about time you got around to doing that Eric. I was starting to think I was going to have to come over with my camera and do a video "Called Fixing if forward (IT Guy Edition) fixing cars for the busy mechanics that are too busy fixing everyone else's cars to fix their own" ;)
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+FrugalPrepper I actually shot this back in February. It can take that long to edit and sometimes to post a video for me. Most of what you see on this channel is 3-4 months behind what's happening today.
@frugalprepper
@frugalprepper 8 жыл бұрын
Are you still using a 486 with Windows 95? :) Seriously, thanks for all the effort and time you put into your channel. Watching your videos has really given me more knowledge and confidence to tackle jobs I wouldn't have dreamed of attempting a few years ago.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+FrugalPrepper My favorite kind of comment. The one where someone talks about how my work has helped them. Thanks.
@richardatwood3623
@richardatwood3623 8 жыл бұрын
lol, title made me laugh in light of the previous history of this story. It's like a reality show now Eric.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+Richard Atwood Right?
@ProtegeTuype
@ProtegeTuype 8 жыл бұрын
I love when new video came out
@titochulo5974
@titochulo5974 3 жыл бұрын
The clip in the wheel well would have gotten me. I didn't know about that one. Did you change the battery to a bigger one and if so which size is it?
@gorillaxrich
@gorillaxrich 3 жыл бұрын
Great work... Thanks...
@nickolaschandler7659
@nickolaschandler7659 Жыл бұрын
thanks for the video 👌🤝
@mikec1096
@mikec1096 8 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric. As for Honda; too many plastic clips!
@chupalia
@chupalia 8 жыл бұрын
Great video. I love you.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+chupalia Love you too.
@ya55er4008
@ya55er4008 8 жыл бұрын
I have everything in place but the wire is just loose .should I replace it or there is a way to tighten it up > (2008 hyundai sonata)
@drwombat
@drwombat 8 жыл бұрын
guest starring the Honda advisor and tech who flipped their bitch switch 6+ months ago
@richardappugliese3883
@richardappugliese3883 2 жыл бұрын
My cable broke and came straight out of the whole assembly so I can't get my hood open what are your suggestions
@TomBrydon
@TomBrydon 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Just did my 2003 Element!
@richb313
@richb313 8 жыл бұрын
Loved it, you finally got around to replacing the hood latch cable. Do you think this will last as long as you keep the car or will someone else break it again?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+richb313 I'm not letting Brian near it again if that's what you're asking. ;)
@petethegrip4556
@petethegrip4556 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric, great video as usual! I have the same Element as you, same color! Where did you get your “ grill”? I like that custom look:) link?
@jackgallo70
@jackgallo70 4 жыл бұрын
So I guessing that if you break the hood release pull piece inside the cabin that you have to replace the entire cable? Mine came off in my hand last night after 15 years. I was able to grip what remained and open the hood but... ((??))
@February54
@February54 8 жыл бұрын
It's a similar process on 6th gen Accord (which I have). Some differences: three clips in the wheel well, similar to white ones in this video, all broke on mine, but they come with the new Honda cable. There are TWO rubber grommets, one for interior to exterior, the other where cable exits the fender well into the engine bay. Then three more clips for the cable along the core support. Be careful with those, because they don't come with the new cable. This should be a straightforward job, so if something is stuck, double check everything.
@jorelthomas4342
@jorelthomas4342 2 жыл бұрын
I have a crv 03 would this be similiar ?
@ericzeleniak1909
@ericzeleniak1909 4 жыл бұрын
How did you get the hood open when the cable was broken?? Mine is broken can't get it open.
@Dcs-Brasil
@Dcs-Brasil 8 жыл бұрын
Well done!
@Super_64
@Super_64 8 жыл бұрын
most anticipated video of 2016 after Honda gate video lol
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+honhon05 Right?
@joelcr250
@joelcr250 8 жыл бұрын
*more vids pls , thank you *
@flipperdoo22
@flipperdoo22 3 жыл бұрын
How do you adjust the latches so the hood is level with the fender?
@shoplifeshow8425
@shoplifeshow8425 8 жыл бұрын
This has probably been asked before, butt what camera do you use to shoot your vids and how are you micing yourself up?
@vicente1185
@vicente1185 2 жыл бұрын
any video showing how to change the speedometer cable in Honda element?
@sotaros93
@sotaros93 8 жыл бұрын
Finally!!
@mitchjessen6465
@mitchjessen6465 8 жыл бұрын
what tyres do you have on the car??
@alward9901
@alward9901 8 жыл бұрын
Maxwelhse, your right on it's a bad design , I had the the same break on my Honda civic , I improvised put on a new handle taken from the pull cord off a loan mower , and crimped on the cable with coper works fine , also put on a secondary cable from the latch down to the front cross member for emergencies . This may seem like over kill but it's. A bitch when it breaks at hood latch.
@justsumguy2u
@justsumguy2u 8 жыл бұрын
Yay, you finally replaced the cable lol It does suck though that auto manufacturers make people buy a whole new cable instead of just a replacement handle.
@lolatmyage
@lolatmyage 8 жыл бұрын
+justsomeguytoyou You can replace the handle yourself if you want to, hardware stores have plenty of cupboard or drawer knobs and some are bound to be quite similar
@justsumguy2u
@justsumguy2u 8 жыл бұрын
lolatmyage Yeah, but it's not that easy....how are those knobs going to affix to the cable in a strong enough fashion to work the hood release?
@lolatmyage
@lolatmyage 8 жыл бұрын
justsomeguytoyou Epoxy/weld/glue whatever you prefer, should be fine considering superglue worked to some degree
@austinalexander6965
@austinalexander6965 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@TheJKDGuy
@TheJKDGuy 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you 🏋️‍♂️❤️🙏
@punker6506
@punker6506 8 жыл бұрын
attach a string to the end of the cable before you pull the old one out. use that string to pull the new one back through. that way you don't have to remove the fender liner. A good yank and that last clip won't be a problem. I know I wouldn't miss it.
@PresidentGuevara
@PresidentGuevara 8 жыл бұрын
Yes, good tip
@ItsFriscoBaby
@ItsFriscoBaby 8 жыл бұрын
Next time you buy a used car with an annoying rattle that you cant find just remember the previous owner probably left out some 20 cent clip to save 5 minutes.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+punker6506 You'd break the string before that clip would break.
@punker6506
@punker6506 8 жыл бұрын
+EricTheCarGuy I'D still be pulling on the cable. also a decent test drive would be able to tell if it's gonna rattle or not.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+punker6506 Trust me, the string method will never work in this case.
@joelcr250
@joelcr250 8 жыл бұрын
How many psi of vtec will this cable add ?
@ricardovascotto8745
@ricardovascotto8745 8 жыл бұрын
25kw
@Primer2toneGarage
@Primer2toneGarage 8 жыл бұрын
+Ricardo Vascotto That's a little high. Unless you're speaking of gains at the flywheel? Realistically it's about 17kw to the wheels after the 30% power loss in the drivetrain.
@nickolaschandler7659
@nickolaschandler7659 Жыл бұрын
how do i get my hood popped the latch inside the cab broke down to the threads of wires 🤕
@lolinpinguin
@lolinpinguin 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks💪🏼
@mozillagenesis
@mozillagenesis 8 жыл бұрын
Looks like Bridgestone Blizzak WS80s. Great tire. Got them for my wife's CRV for the winter, and if it wasn't for accelerated wear and tear and wasting money during the hot summer, I'd run them all year long.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+Mozzie Yea, there is that.
@DENicholsAutoBravado
@DENicholsAutoBravado 8 жыл бұрын
Haha. I've been wondering when you'd get around to this one. :)
@TheMotorcycleBoss
@TheMotorcycleBoss 8 жыл бұрын
Eric. PLEASE make a discussion video about gaskets. gasket materials, when and how to properly dress and prep a gasket. gasket sealant when it should be used and when not to, RTV etc. Seems like a simple topic but I would love to hear your views on it. On my other channel, Dulema, I've been subscribed to you forever and love your vids. this is my first video request and would GREATLY appreciate it if you could discuss this topic. please lmk. thank you.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+TheMotorcycleBoss I'll see what I can do. Thanks for the suggestion.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
I'm not a fan of RTV. If I use it, I use it sparingly where the manufacturer recommends.
@icecubez130
@icecubez130 8 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric, what do you use your Element for now? You've got a whole fleet of cars, it probably doesn't get used much anymore, huh?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+icecubez130 I use it like a truck and also as my main winter vehicle.
@ONeal397
@ONeal397 8 жыл бұрын
Sir what Ingersoll impact wrench do you use?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+O'Neal Raymond The titanium one. Can't remember the model.
@lightningsmokerXx
@lightningsmokerXx 8 жыл бұрын
Eric there is an excellent product you may want to look into for the winter salt. Krown Salt Eliminator MR35
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
If the Element wasn't already so rusted I would take better care of it. Thanks for the suggestion. I'll look into it.
@IkarosCanFly
@IkarosCanFly 4 жыл бұрын
Was the same for my 03 Honda CRV
@aaronphx420
@aaronphx420 8 жыл бұрын
#2!!!
@macro820
@macro820 8 жыл бұрын
You made that look easy
@gtwo05
@gtwo05 8 жыл бұрын
That's because it was 👍🏻
@carslover3509
@carslover3509 8 жыл бұрын
hi Eric is that 2nd time replace the hood cable ?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+amjad amj Nope.
@carslover3509
@carslover3509 8 жыл бұрын
thanks
@cavebeast
@cavebeast 8 жыл бұрын
How do you get the Bonet up if the cable is broken under the Bonet?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+Kieran Grinter If you can access the cable from the fender like I did in part of this video you can cut it and activate it there.
@cavebeast
@cavebeast 8 жыл бұрын
+EricTheCarGuy cool thanks man
@kymmbo
@kymmbo 8 жыл бұрын
Eric , what's the tool you used for removing the clips? I NEED one of the 👍
@kymmbo
@kymmbo 8 жыл бұрын
Not the clips holding the cable, the ones holding the trim panel around the catch
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+kymmbo Linked in the description.
@kymmbo
@kymmbo 8 жыл бұрын
+EricTheCarGuy thanks, that's excellent now to track some down in my part of the world 👍
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+kymmbo I believe they ship internationally.
@shanelen
@shanelen 8 жыл бұрын
Eric that Cincinnati salt is eating your Element alive dude :)
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+frank james It was being eaten when I bought it. Still runs great though.
@daviderhahon
@daviderhahon 3 жыл бұрын
No hood latch switch?
@InternetDude
@InternetDude 8 жыл бұрын
Good video Eric, but I would have taken 2 minutes to clean and re-lube the latch mechanism to ensure smooth operation for years.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+InternetDude You have to be careful with that. Sometimes lubricating cables can backfire and attract dirt and debris actually increasing wear and resistance.
@alstar5547
@alstar5547 8 жыл бұрын
Now go power wash your Element Eric..!! :-) Great video by the way.. Keep up the good work.. Al
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+Al Star I parked it in the rain.
@cheat2kil
@cheat2kil 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the detailed video.. Will try this method on my civic cuz I I broke mine 😂
@PresidentGuevara
@PresidentGuevara 8 жыл бұрын
Common, I have to replace mine as well on my civic
@cheat2kil
@cheat2kil 8 жыл бұрын
+PresidentGuevara very lazy to replace but will do it eventually 😂 someday
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+cheat2kil It's a very similar process.
@PresidentGuevara
@PresidentGuevara 8 жыл бұрын
+cheat2kil Same here lol
@mrsemifixit
@mrsemifixit 8 жыл бұрын
Never understood why some of the fender cover clips use screws and the rest don't?
@mikemaes4449
@mikemaes4449 8 жыл бұрын
Please do some repairs on 1999 monte carlo
@MegaMetinMetin
@MegaMetinMetin 8 жыл бұрын
This sounds like a full on tv series very professtional
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+MegaMetinMetin Thanks
@anthonywebber2211
@anthonywebber2211 8 жыл бұрын
I had to replace the hood cable on my 2005 gmc canyon, and when I pulled the cable thru the cable, the little rubber grommet came out with it
@ManWander
@ManWander 8 жыл бұрын
nice job... those plastic fasteners are such a PITA
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+Jay Montero (jMon) Yes they are.
@Faithoper777
@Faithoper777 8 жыл бұрын
funny I was wondering how to changed mine. been broken since I got it. thx :)
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help. Thanks for the comment.
@psdaengr911
@psdaengr911 8 жыл бұрын
I forgot to mention that I marked the latch position using a burst of primer. wait 5 minutes, no fear of rusting scratches. (Whenever I see concealed surface rust like on Eric's E, I spot clean it and apply Rustoleum converting primer).
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+P Schmied Brilliant idea.
@ua7pyro591
@ua7pyro591 8 жыл бұрын
where are you located eric? still rocking the blizzaks lol
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+David Hammett This video was shot 2 months ago.
@ua7pyro591
@ua7pyro591 8 жыл бұрын
+EricTheCarGuy that would make sense lol. love your videos! I have learned so much from your expertise, thank you!
@netrioter
@netrioter 8 жыл бұрын
try replacing a Jaguar X-type cable that's broke...2 stage cable for 2 hood latches. Just getting the hood open is a damn nightmare...you have to put the car on a lift and use a 3 foot metal rod...and you have a 1 inch hole to put it through and pray you can hit the release lever ..you have to do it twice.lol...left and right
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+netrioter No thanks. I'm not fond of working on Jaguars since my experiences with XJ6's in the past.
@psdaengr911
@psdaengr911 8 жыл бұрын
The clip tool is not needed, a flatblade screwdriver slid into with notch on the clip will pop the clip's plunger up without stressing it. I replaced the cable knob of my first Element with a black square drawer pull from Lowes, 3 years ago.. I loosened the latch end, potted the inside end of the cable into the knob with steel epoxy and let it cure.
@lolatmyage
@lolatmyage 8 жыл бұрын
+P Schmied Thats pretty smart
@weaton25
@weaton25 8 жыл бұрын
One thing that I do not understand about Japanese cars/trucks is the way that they go rusty so quickly ok it may be just in odd places but I just sold my 2000 XJ jeep and that thing was still rust free I only sold it as I had problems getting parts for it that would fit here in the UK. I have now got a 2004 Nissan X-trail and that thing has much more rust in it than my Jeep but at least I can get parts that fit it over here.
@MegaGemoroy
@MegaGemoroy 8 жыл бұрын
Not sure why cos i had two toyotas (1991 and 1997) both were rust free and never in garage until i sold them a couple years ago.
@lightningfisher8177
@lightningfisher8177 5 жыл бұрын
nissans
@MatrixDiscovery
@MatrixDiscovery 8 жыл бұрын
deja vu? Didn't you already have a video of this last year?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
No, that was the Ford in the Fixing it Forward series.
@RomanAutomotive
@RomanAutomotive 8 жыл бұрын
Eric, how you doing brother from another mother?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
Not bad. Busy, but that keeps me out of trouble. Hope you are well also.
@Tommygun-vf4xd
@Tommygun-vf4xd 3 жыл бұрын
If you attach the new cable to the old one and fish it through its a lot less work.
@pugman205
@pugman205 8 жыл бұрын
Great video Eric, but I am horrified that you have that much road salt on the front of your Element! Almost every week my MY2000 European Accord is washed and dried and in summer polished and waxed every few months. When Britain gets all 2 days of summer a year.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+pugman205 I might wash my vehicles once a year. Keep in mind the Element has already succumbed to rust. It would be a loosing battle at this point. Thanks for your observation.
@pugman205
@pugman205 8 жыл бұрын
EricTheCarGuy So has my Accord, having to have several places patched underneath, namely the cills (rockers) Though not quite as bad as your Vigor arse end. I do like to baby my cars though, whether its mechanicaly with genuine parts if I can afford them to weekly washes/detailing and vacuum cleaning
@VochoTalacha
@VochoTalacha 8 жыл бұрын
I never liked to drop the hood to get it shut. I carefully make it latch on the 1st position and gently push it on a hard spot near the center so it doesn't get dented.
@InternetDude
@InternetDude 8 жыл бұрын
+VochoTalacha there's no chance of denting the hood when you drop it from a few inches up. Pressing down with your hands firmly is more likely to dent it.
@VochoTalacha
@VochoTalacha 8 жыл бұрын
+InternetDude I didn't mean that the hood would get dented from dropping the hood. Because of the second thing you said, that's why I explained I carefully press the hood on a strong spot on the hood's center so it doesn't dent.
@TheBrokenLife
@TheBrokenLife 8 жыл бұрын
+InternetDude I also drop hoods from a few inches up. I don't touch the paint any more than necessary regardless of why. It's just good practice.
@VochoTalacha
@VochoTalacha 8 жыл бұрын
+Maxwelhse Yeah, I ain't against dropping the hood. I've heard that in some manuals they actually instruct you to do so. I just don't like to do it.
@movieguy7398
@movieguy7398 8 жыл бұрын
still got your snow tires on?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+movieguy73 I shot this back in February.
@movieguy7398
@movieguy7398 8 жыл бұрын
oic. ya it takes awhile to edit and post videos.
@maya_coqsalonga
@maya_coqsalonga 7 жыл бұрын
Of course the 2005 element has the fender liner tucked under the lip of the fender. I can't seem to be able to pull it down.
@scheuerle2
@scheuerle2 7 жыл бұрын
Oddly, the liner is tucked under the lip on the driver's side on mine, but the passenger side is screwed to the bottom of the lip.
@genehensley767
@genehensley767 8 жыл бұрын
can't you come up with any more challenging things to work on that a Honda Element?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+gene hensley Well, I also have videos on the ball joint replacements, thermostat, tensioner, and alternator. I just didn't want to flood the channel with Element videos. Also, this hood latch has a history on my ETCG1 channel. Check the description for links to those videos. Thanks for your input.
@movieguy7398
@movieguy7398 8 жыл бұрын
new camera? looks very high res.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+movieguy73 I've been using it for almost 2 years now. ;)
@movieguy7398
@movieguy7398 8 жыл бұрын
i think my isp was messing up and throttling my quality down.
@mikedrz
@mikedrz 8 жыл бұрын
That's pretty typical rusting for a northern climate. It even more important to have it washed often during salt season.
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+mikedrz It's already rusted beyond repair. I'm just waiting it out.
@christopherhernandez78
@christopherhernandez78 8 жыл бұрын
all bow down to old man Eric. 😂
@trainsbangsandautomobiles824
@trainsbangsandautomobiles824 8 жыл бұрын
I see your engine bay needs a cleaning. How do you clean your engine bay?
@ericthecarguy
@ericthecarguy 8 жыл бұрын
+Chris Collins I've considered doing a video on that.
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