This car was developed by Honda of America Mfg. and based on the Model X concept vehicle unveiled at the 2001 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Manufactured at the East Liberty Auto Plant in Ohio, it was also exported to Japan starting in April 2003. This guide provides detailed fuse and relay circuit diagrams for 1st-generation Honda Element models (YH1, YH2 chassis) covering model years 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 (facelift), 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 in both 2WD and 4WD (Real Time AWD) configurations.
Below you will find fuse box locations, component layouts, and circuit diagrams. Fuses protecting the “Cigarette Lighter” (Accessory Socket) and “Fuel Pump” circuits are highlighted in bold.
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box
Located on the driver’s side under the dashboard, behind the lower steering column trim panel.
Reference photo shown below.
| Fuse Box Diagram | ||
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| No. | Circuit Protected | Rating (A) |
| 1 | Ignition coils | 15 |
| 2 | Rear accessory power socket, rear cigarette lighter | 15 |
| 3 | Daytime Running Lights (DRL) control module (Canada models) | 10 |
| 4 | Alternator, secondary heated oxygen sensor (HO2S), EVAP canister purge valve, CMP sensor, Electrical Load Detector (ELD) unit, air/fuel ratio (A/F) sensor relay, cruise control actuator | 10 |
| 5 | Not used | - |
| 6 | Power window relay | 7.5 |
| 7 | Audio amplifier | 7.5 |
| 8 | Audio head unit / Radio | 20 |
| 9 | Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) unit, rear window washer pump, rear wiper intermittent control unit | 7.5 |
| 10 | Backup light relay, backup lights, instrument cluster, keyless entry control unit, multiplex control unit, shift lock solenoid relay | 10 |
| 11 | ABS modulator-control unit | 7.5 |
| 12 | Daytime Running Lights (DRL) control module (Canada models) | 7.5 |
| 13 | Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit | 10 |
| 14 | Rear window defroster relay, blower motor relay, radiator fan relay, A/C condenser fan relay, A/C compressor clutch relay, power mirrors, recirculation control motor | 10 |
| 15 | Air/fuel ratio (A/F) sensor | 20 |
| 16 | Not used | - |
| 17 | Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control unit, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), fuel pump relay | 15 |
| 18 | Front accessory power socket, front cigarette lighter fuse (Honda Element), rear accessory power socket relay | 15 |
| 19 | Turn signal / hazard flasher relay | 7.5 |
| 20 | Multiplex control unit, windshield wiper motor, windshield washer pump | 20 |
| 21 | Not used | - |
| 22 | Front passenger power window | 20 |
| 23 | Driver’s power window, master power window switch / control unit | 20 |
| 24 | Not used | - |
| 25 | - | |
| Relays | ||
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| 12 | Power window relay | |
| 14 | Starter cut relay | |
| 13 | Taillight relay | |
| 11 | Turn signal / hazard flasher relay | |
| 15 | Accessory socket relay | |
| 16 | ||
| Other: Wire harness connectors | ||
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
The under-hood fuse box is located on the driver’s side (left side) of the engine compartment under a protective cover. To access, press the tabs on the cover and lift upward.
Overview of the under-hood fuse and relay box.
| Engine Compartment Fuse Box Assignment | ||
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| No. | Circuit Protected | Rating (A) |
| 1 |
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30 |
| 2 | Parking lights, taillights, license plate lights, instrument panel illumination, trailer socket (via taillight relay) | 15 |
| 3 | Cargo area light, ignition switch light, interior ceiling light, spot / map lights | 7.5 |
| 4 | Radiator cooling fan motor | 20 |
| 5 | Hazard flasher relay, turn signal lights | 15 |
| 6 | PGM-FI main relay 1, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Idle Air Control (IAC) valve, TDC / CKP sensors, fuel injectors, PGM-FI main relay 2 | 15 |
| 7 | Brake lights, high-mount stop light, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), ABS modulator-control unit, cruise control actuator, horn relay, trailer socket | 15 |
| 8 | Not used | - |
| 9 | Data Link Connector (DLC), instrument cluster, keyless entry control unit, audio head unit, multiplex control unit, immobilizer control unit, immobilizer indicator, XM satellite radio receiver | 10 |
| 10 | ABS modulator-control unit | 30 |
| 11 | Rear window defroster | 20 |
| 12 | Blower motor | 40 |
| 13 | Interior fuse box (fuses 7, 22, and 23) | 40 |
| 14 | Interior fuse box (fuses 2, 3, and 15) | 40 |
| 15 | Left headlight, high beam indicator, Daytime Running Lights (DRL) control module (Canada models) | 15 |
| 16 | Option socket / Electronic control unit | 15 |
| 17 | Right headlight, Daytime Running Lights (DRL) control module (Canada models) | 15 |
| 18 | ABS motor / modulator-control unit | 30 |
| 19 | Main battery | 100 |
| 20 | Ignition switch | 50 |
| Relays | ||
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| 6 | A/C compressor clutch relay | |
| 3 | Blower motor relay | |
| 8 | ||
| 12 | Electrical Load Detector (ELD) unit | |
| 4 | Horn relay | |
| 9 | Headlight relay | |
| 5 | Radiator fan relay | |
| 7 | Rear window defroster relay | |
| Other: Wire harness connectors | ||