Parts for your 2007 Honda Elysion-Struts

2007 Honda Elysion struts — are they actually used?

Short answer: no, the 2007 Honda Elysion doesn’t use MacPherson struts. Technical references including the Honda Elysion Service Manual (RR1–RR6, suspension section), Honda’s Electronic Parts Catalogue for the RR-series, and period Honda Japan brochures all describe the Elysion as running double wishbone suspension at both the front and rear. Those sources show separate upper and lower control arms with a damper and coil assembly that isn’t a structural steering member, which is the key difference from a strut.

Why no struts? Honda set the Elysion up as a premium, low-floor people mover. Double wishbone geometry keeps the tyre’s contact patch more consistent through corners and over bumps, which helps stability when the van is loaded with family and gear. It also allows clever packaging for a flat cabin floor without tall strut towers intruding into the body. The result is quieter, more controlled ride and handling that suits long Kiwi and Aussie road trips.

What this means for servicing: while there aren’t struts to replace, there are still dampers (shock absorbers), coils, and plenty of bushings and ball joints to keep in shape. If the Elysion starts to feel floaty, nose-dives under brakes, clunks over speed humps, or shows uneven tyre wear, it’s time to inspect the suspension.

• Inspect front and rear dampers for oil weep, dents, or bent shafts. Replace in axle pairs if worn.
• Check upper and lower control arm bushes and ball joints for play, worn items cause shimmy and tyre feathering.
• Look at stabiliser (sway bar) links and bushes for splits or knock noise.
• Confirm spring seats, bump stops and dust boots are intact, perished boots lead to premature damper wear.
• Request a wheel alignment after any suspension work, double wishbone geometry is sensitive to camber and toe.

Because the Elysion’s coil and damper sit as a non-structural assembly, removal usually needs safe spring compression and proper support of the lower arm. Pre-assembled replacement damper-and-spring units can save time if available. Quality matters here: OEM-spec units from reputable makers keep the ride comfortable and controlled on coarse-chip roads across Australia and New Zealand.

There’s no hard-and-fast replacement interval for dampers, but a professional check every 20,000–30,000 km is smart, and many high-kilometre vans benefit from new dampers somewhere around the 80,000–120,000 km mark, depending on load and road conditions. Keep the tyres correctly inflated, rotate them on schedule, and the Elysion’s double wishbone setup will reward with tidy handling and a calm, quiet ride.

Does the 2007 Honda Elysion have struts?

No. The 2007 Elysion uses double wishbone suspension front and rear, with separate upper and lower control arms and a damper/coil unit that isn’t a structural steering member. That layout means it uses shock absorbers rather than MacPherson struts.

What should be replaced if the Elysion feels bouncy or makes clunks?

Start with the front and rear dampers, then inspect control arm bushes and ball joints, stabiliser links and bushes, and the spring seats, bump stops and dust boots. After repairs, get a full alignment and check tyre pressures and wear.

Can MacPherson struts be retrofitted to an Elysion?

Not practically. Retrofitting struts would require major structural changes to the body and knuckles. It’s far more sensible to refresh the existing dampers and bushes with quality parts matched to the factory double wishbone design.