Parts for your 2005 Honda Elysion-Strut mounts

2005 Honda Elysion strut-mounts: are they actually used?

Short answer: no, the 2005 Honda Elysion doesn’t use strut-mounts. The Elysion (chassis codes RR1–RR4) runs a double wishbone suspension layout rather than a MacPherson strut front end, so there’s no traditional strut top mount with an integrated bearing. This isn’t just hearsay — the Honda Elysion Service Manual (RR1–RR4, Suspension section) specifies a double wishbone design, Honda’s 2004 model launch information calls out “four-wheel double wishbone suspension,” and Honda EPC/parts diagrams used by dealers and catalogues (e.g., Honda EPC, JP-carparts/Amayama illustrations) show upper and lower control arms, a damper and spring, plus a simple damper top insulator — but no strut bearing/mount assembly.

Why that matters: in a MacPherson system, the “strut” is a load-bearing, steering component and the top mount/bearing is critical for steering effort and noise isolation. In the Elysion’s double wishbone setup, the steering and vertical loads are handled by the upper and lower control arms and ball joints. The damper’s upper attachment uses a rubber insulator/bush, not a steerable strut-mount with a bearing. So, hunting for “strut-mounts” for a 2005 Elysion will lead nowhere useful.

What to service instead: if there’s a clunk, shimmy, or tyre feathering, the usual suspects on the Elysion are the front and rear control arm bushes, upper/lower ball joints, stabiliser (sway bar) links and bushes, and the damper top insulators. Worn dampers can add knock and float, replacing them with the top insulators at the same time is good practice. After any arm or bush work, a full wheel alignment to factory specs is a must to keep it tracking straight and protect your tyres.

Noise up top over sharp bumps? That’s commonly the damper’s upper rubber insulator or a tired stabiliser link rather than a strut-mount. Vibration through the wheel on turn-in can point to lower arm rear bushes or a ball joint. If parts sites list a “strut mount” for the Elysion, it’s typically a misclassification — look instead for “front shock absorber upper insulator/mounting rubber” and the relevant control arm bushes and links.

Technical sources referenced: Honda Elysion (RR1–RR4) Service Manual, Suspension — Double Wishbone sections, Honda Motor Co. 2004 Elysion technical/press materials noting four-wheel double wishbone, Honda Electronic Parts Catalogue and corresponding exploded diagrams used by authorised parts suppliers.

• Does a 2005 Honda Elysion have strut-mounts?

No. It uses double wishbone suspension rather than MacPherson struts, so there’s no steerable strut top mount. The upper connection is a damper insulator/bush, while control arms and ball joints take the main loads.

• What should be checked if there’s a clunk over bumps?

Start with the stabiliser links and bushes, damper top insulators, and the front upper/lower control arm bushes and ball joints. If ride feels floaty, consider new dampers. Always get an alignment after suspension work.

• Can MacPherson struts be retrofitted to an Elysion?

Not realistically. It would require major structural, steering, and geometry changes. The smart play is refreshing dampers, bushes, and links with quality parts and keeping tyres, pressures, and alignment spot on for Aussie and Kiwi roads.