2006 Honda Element Cooling System Parts

This table covers the engine coolants and antifreeze formulations specified for this cooling system. Typical signs include a rising temperature gauge, rusty or sludged coolant, or a heater that blows cold. Use the chemistry named in the notes. Mixing silicate, OAT and HOAT formulas can gel in the radiator. Read more

17 Coolant / Antifreeze parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 7 brands — PRESTONE, PEAK, VALVOLINE and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is FVP MV5050GAL.

In the Compatible With All Colors grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Compatible With All Colors" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF3055.

The Economy section lists 4 options from FVP, PRESTONE, PEAK and 1 other brand — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP MV5050GAL is listed in this group.

In the Heavy Duty grade, PRESTONE supplies 1 part: rated for severe service. A representative part number is PRESTONE AFC12100.

In the Premium grade, PRESTONE and PEAK supply 5 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is PRESTONE AF2100.

In the Standard Replacement grade, BECK/ARNLEY, VALVOLINE, AISIN and 2 other brands supply 6 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is VALVOLINE 861398.

This table covers the hard pipes and extra hoses in the coolant circuit. Read more

3 Coolant Hose / Pipe parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 3 brands — CONTINENTAL, DAYCO and GATES.

Listed part numbers: CONTINENTAL 63812, DAYCO 80401 and GATES 19498.

This table covers the seals at the Coolant Hose / Pipe. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

4 Coolant Hose / Pipe Seal parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from APEX, FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 1 other brand.

This group includes APEX AWO2317, FEL-PRO 36022 and MAHLE / CLEVITE C32045 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the overflow / expansion tanks that hold extra coolant. Read more

4 Coolant Reservoir parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from DORMAN, GPD, TECHPRO and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include DORMAN 603249, GPD 2411347 and TECHPRO HO3014122, among others listed above.

This table covers the caps on the overflow / expansion tank. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

3 Coolant Reservoir Cap parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from CALORSTAT, DORMAN and MOTORAD.

This group includes CALORSTAT RC0175, DORMAN 54370 and MOTORAD T135.

This table covers the adapters used to pressure-test this cooling system. Read more

3 Cooling System Tester Adapter parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 2 brands — MOTORAD and GATES.

Part numbers include GATES 31409, MOTORAD 3124 and MOTORAD 3125.

This table covers the radiators that dump engine heat to airflow through the core. Typical signs include overheating in traffic, a wet core, or coolant that disappears with no puddle. Replace the cap if it cannot hold the rated pressure, and bleed the system after the swap. Read more

9 Radiator parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 9 brands — CSF, KOYORAD, DENSO and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 3094.

Listed part numbers: CSF 3094, KOYORAD A2443 and DENSO 2213223, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the caps that hold system pressure at the radiator or reservoir neck. Typical signs include a leak at the neck, a cap that will not hold pressure, or a missing tether. Match the pressure rating or thread in the notes — radiator, reservoir and fuel caps are not interchangeable. Read more

6 Radiator Cap parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 5 brands — MOTORAD, CSF, GATES and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is CSF 4514.

In the Locking Replacement grade, MOTORAD supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Locking Replacement" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is MOTORAD ST37.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from CSF, GATES, CALORSTAT and 2 other brands. A representative part number is CSF 4514.

This group includes CSF 4514, MOTORAD ST37 and GATES 31412 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the petcocks used to drain the radiator. Read more

One part is listed for the 2006 Honda Element — DORMAN 490216.

This table covers the fan assemblies (and clutches, where listed) that pull air through the radiator. Read more

8 Radiator Fan Assembly parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from ULTRA-POWER, GPD, SKP and 5 other brands. ULTRA-POWER 600530 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from ULTRA-POWER, GPD and SKP. A representative part number is ULTRA-POWER 600530.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from TYC, AGILITY, FOUR SEASONS and 2 other brands. TYC 600530 is listed in this group.

This group includes ULTRA-POWER 600530, GPD 2811290 and SKP SK620246 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Radiator Fan motors. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

This group shows a single part: FOUR SEASONS 75750.

This table covers the upper, lower and connecting hoses between radiator, engine and reservoir. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle. Read more

9 Radiator Hose parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from CONTINENTAL, DAYCO, GATES and 1 other brand. DAYCO 72202 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 2 parts, from CONTINENTAL and DAYCO. A representative part number is CONTINENTAL 52017.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from DAYCO, GATES, CONTINENTAL and 1 other brand. DAYCO 72202 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DAYCO 72202, CONTINENTAL 52017 and DAYCO 81051, among others listed above.

This table covers the Radiator Mount bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

DORMAN supplies both parts for the 2006 Honda Element.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 927240 and DORMAN 927241.

This table covers the senders that report coolant temperature to the gauge or ECU. Typical signs include a gauge that sits on empty or overheat, or a lamp that does not match what the engine is doing. Rule out the cluster and the wiring before replacing the sender. Read more

18 Temperature Sender / Sensor parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 15 brands — GPD, HOLSTEIN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 12 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK5S1529.

The Economy section: 7 options from GPD, HOLSTEIN, SKP and 2 other brands. SKP SK5S1529 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from BECK/ARNLEY, DELPHI, HELLA and 8 other brands. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1580811.

This table covers the thermostats that open the coolant circuit at the specified temperature. Typical signs include slow warm-up, a gauge that climbs in traffic, or heat that never quite arrives. Replace the housing gasket with the thermostat and bleed the system so a trapped air pocket does not cook the new part. Read more

10 Thermostat parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from AUTOTECNICA, DORMAN, SKP and 7 other brands. GATES 34050 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 3 parts, from AUTOTECNICA, DORMAN and SKP. A representative part number is AUTOTECNICA HA0717175.

The Standard Replacement section: 7 options from GATES, MOTORAD, BECK/ARNLEY and 4 other brands. GATES 34050 is listed in this group.

This table covers the seals at the thermostat housing and water outlet. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

15 Thermostat / Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet Seal parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 6 brands — FEL-PRO, MAHLE / CLEVITE, APEX and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35892.

This table covers the housings and outlets the thermostat sits in. Read more

7 Thermostat Housing / Water Outlet parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from DORMAN, AUTOTECNICA, GPD and 3 other brands. AUTOTECNICA HA0715580PRM carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from DORMAN, AUTOTECNICA and GPD. A representative part number is AUTOTECNICA HA0715580PRM.

The Standard Replacement section: 3 options from MOTORAD, FOUR SEASONS and GATES. MOTORAD CH5996 is listed in this group.

This group includes AUTOTECNICA HA0715580PRM, DORMAN 9025190XD and DORMAN 9025190 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the pumps that circulate coolant through the block and radiator. Typical signs include coolant at the weep hole, pulley play, or a growl from the front of the engine. Replace the thermostat and refill with the specified coolant whenever the pump comes off. Read more

11 Water Pump parts are listed for the 2006 Honda Element, from SKP, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 8 other brands. SKP SK1351500 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from SKP, ACKOJA, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. A representative part number is SKP SK1351500.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from ACDELCO, AISIN, DAYCO and 3 other brands. ACDELCO 252936 is listed in this group.

This table covers the gaskets between the water pump and the block or housing. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Water Pump Gasket parts for the 2006 Honda Element come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, APEX, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 35738.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 35738, APEX AWP3183 and BECK/ARNLEY 0394176, among others listed above.

This table covers the Water Pump Seal O-rings. Typical signs include a seep at a fitting or a housing that weeps after a service. Lube the new O-ring with the fluid it will see, and do not roll it into the groove. Read more

One part is listed for the 2006 Honda Element — ELRING 634850.