The 2004 Acura El has 7 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 3 brands, covering the 1.7L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2004 Acura El, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 7 listed parts are CV Axle (6 parts) and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race (1 part).
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.7L L4 — the only engine offered in the 2004 Acura El.
The most listed brands for 2004 Acura El drivetrain parts are TRAKMOTIVE (4 parts), CARDONE (2 parts) and BCA (1 part). Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
2 parts on this 2004 Acura El page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including TRAKMOTIVE HO8140 (CV Axle) and TRAKMOTIVE HO8139 (CV Axle). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE | 604189 | 🇨🇦 CA | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular | HO8140 | 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftAutomatic trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular | HO8139 | 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE | 664191 | 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | HO8110 | 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightAutomatic transmission | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | HO8120 | 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightManual transmission | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
6 CV Axle parts for the 2004 Acura El come from 2 brands — TRAKMOTIVE and CARDONE. The "Popular" part is TRAKMOTIVE HO8140.
The Economy section lists 1 option from CARDONE — the catalog's value-priced group. CARDONE 604189 is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, TRAKMOTIVE and CARDONE supply 5 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is TRAKMOTIVE HO8140.
Part numbers include TRAKMOTIVE HO8140, CARDONE 604189 and TRAKMOTIVE HO8139, among others listed above.
Differential Carrier Bearing / Race
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BCA | NB208S | 🇨🇦 CA | Fits with SLW Transmission codewith 5 Gears | View on Amazon |
This table covers the bearings and races that support the differential carrier.
This group shows a single part: BCA NB208S.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2004 Acura El
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 1.7L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and Differential Carrier Bearing / Race .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2004 Acura El?
Our catalog currently lists 7 drivetrain parts for the 2004 Acura El across 2 subcategories and 3 brands, covering the 1.7L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2004 Acura El?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2004 Acura El was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2004 Acura El?
Every part on this page is matched to the 1.7L L4 engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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