Parts for your 2007 Honda Elysion-Strut mounts

2007 Honda Elysion strut mounts: are they used, and what to service instead?

Short answer: a 2007 Honda Elysion doesn’t use strut mounts. Honda engineered the Elysion (chassis codes RR1–RR5) with double‑wishbone suspension front and rear, not MacPherson struts. Technical references that detail this include the Honda Elysion Service Manual, Honda’s Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) for RR‑series models, and Honda’s 2004 JDM launch materials highlighting double‑wishbone hardware on all four corners. Because the damper/spring unit isn’t a structural “strut” that carries steering loads, there’s no rotating strut top bearing or classic “strut mount” assembly to replace.

On the Elysion, the steering knuckle is located by upper and lower control arms. The front damper (shock absorber) sits within a coil spring and uses an upper rubber mount/insulator and spring seat, but it doesn’t act as a strut. So when people search for “strut mounts” for this van, what they usually need are front or rear damper top mounts/insulators, control arm bushes, or ball joints—parts that manage noise, vibration and alignment in a double‑wishbone setup.

If the Elysion is knocking over bumps or groaning at low speeds, the usual suspects aren’t strut mounts but rather:

• Front damper upper mounts/insulators, dust boots and bump stops (per the Honda EPC terminology)
• Upper and lower control arm bushes and ball joints
• Stabiliser (sway bar) links and D‑bushes
• Rear damper top mounts/insulators

For servicing, it’s smart to check for perished rubber, split boots, or play at every 20,000–30,000 km, or sooner if the vehicle tows or sees rough roads. Any damper or mount replacement should be followed by a wheel alignment, as worn bushes can shift camber and toe. When ordering parts, use the VIN to select the correct RR code and engine/drivetrain variant, as mount designs and bush sizes can differ across trims.

If a workshop invoice lists “strut mount” on a 2007 Elysion, they’re likely referring in shorthand to the damper top mount/insulator. That’s fine—just confirm they’re fitting the proper double‑wishbone damper mount rather than a MacPherson strut top with a bearing, which the Elysion doesn’t use.

FAQs

Does a 2007 Honda Elysion have strut mounts?
No. Technical documentation for the RR‑series Elysion specifies double‑wishbone suspension front and rear. That design uses upper and lower control arms with a separate damper mount/insulator, not a MacPherson strut with a rotating top bearing.

What part replaces the function of a strut mount on an Elysion?
Instead of a strut mount, the Elysion uses a damper (shock) upper mount/insulator and spring seat, while the upper control arm and ball joint provide the locating and steering geometry. If you’re chasing top‑end clunks, the damper upper mount/insulator and control arm bushes are the first checks.

What should be replaced if there’s a front‑end knock on bumps?
Start with the front damper upper mount/insulator, bump stop and dust boot, then inspect stabiliser links and D‑bushes. Check upper/lower control arm bushes and ball joints for play. Replace worn items in pairs and book an alignment afterward.