Although ANY piece of automotive mechanical equipment can fail at any time, there is no record of strut problems on the CR-V. Given the age of the vehicle ('03) it may simply be due to part failure due to age.
The cost to replace one front strut on a 2003 Honda Element typically ranges from $300 to $700, including parts and labor. The price may vary depending on the quality of the strut, the shop's labor rates, and any additional repairs needed. It's advisable to get quotes from multiple mechanics to ensure a fair price.
Very common problem on the 2003 Honda Pilot. The tumblers go bad and it will cost around $400 for a dealer to replace. Honda should have a recall on this.
You will need to compress the strut spring with a spring compressor. When the strut spring is compressed remove the strut retaining bolts. There is a strut retaining bolt on the top and the bottom of the strut assembly. Reverse the process to install the new strut.
Honda recommends changing it at 100,000 miles. I personally recommend you change it every 75,000 miles. The 2003 Honda Accord had problems with the transmission so I would recommend this as a preventative measure.
To change the front struts on a 2003 Honda Element, first, safely lift the vehicle and remove the front wheels. Next, disconnect the sway bar link, brake line, and any electrical connections from the strut assembly. Remove the top strut mounting bolts from the engine bay and the bottom bolts from the steering knuckle. Finally, replace the old strut with a new one, reassemble all components, and repeat for the other side.
Use only Honda ATF Z1 and nothing else. Use any other fluid and you will experience shifting problems.
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