2003–2011 Honda Element Oil Change
Exact oil type, capacity, filter part numbers, drain plug size and torque for the 2003–2011 Honda Element with the K24A engine, plus the tools you'll need and a step-by-step video.
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Honda 2.4L 4-cylinder — Element 2003–2011
2003–2011 Element
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✅ The Element shares its engine with the Accord. Same procedure, different engine bay layout. Spin-on filter — straightforward.
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Oil Type
5W-20 Full Synthetic
Capacity
4.5 quarts (with filter)
Oil Filter
Honda #15400-PLM-A02 | Fram PH6017A
Engine Code
K24A
Tools You'll Need
Instructional Video
Video by 1A Auto — Watch on YouTube ↗
| Drain plug size | 17mm | Torque: 33 ft-lbs |
| Crush washer | Honda #94109-14000 |
| Filter type | Spin-on — standard filter wrench |
| Filter location | Bottom of engine, driver side |
| Oil change interval | 5,000–10,000 miles (full synthetic) or per OEM monitor |
| Oil life reset | Turn ignition to ON. Hold Select/Reset until oil life blinks. Hold again to reset. |
🛢️ Oil Pal tip: At 4.5 quarts this is a compact drain — Oil Pal handles it easily.
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