Parts for your 2008 Honda Elysion-Manifold gasket

2008 Honda Elysion Manifold Gasket — Purpose, care, and when to replace

Yes, a manifold gasket is used on the 2008 Honda Elysion. Honda’s Electronic Parts Catalogue for the RR-series Elysion (2008 model year) and the factory service information for the K24A 2.4 i-VTEC and J-series V6 engines both list intake manifold gaskets and exhaust manifold gaskets as standard fitment. Those technical sources confirm the part is relevant on this vehicle and critical to proper sealing of the intake and exhaust systems.

On the Elysion, the intake manifold gasket seals the air path between the cylinder head and the intake manifold so the engine only breathes metered air, which keeps idle smooth and fuel trims on point. The exhaust manifold gasket seals hot gases at the manifold-to-head joint, preventing leaks that can trigger oxygen sensor faults, raise cabin noise, and cook nearby components. In short, these gaskets keep the engine tight, quiet, efficient, and legal on emissions.

As part of routine servicing, manifold gaskets don’t have a strict time or kilometre interval, they’re typically replaced when disturbed (e.g., during manifold removal) or when symptoms appear. For an Elysion that does a lot of short trips or towing, a technician might give them a closer look sooner because heat cycling and vibration are tougher in those conditions. If the intake is ever off for spark plugs, PCV, or carbon cleaning, it’s smart practice to fit a fresh intake manifold gasket. Likewise, if chasing an exhaust leak or replacing a manifold, the exhaust gasket is a one-time-use item and should be renewed.

• Common signs it’s time: tick-tick exhaust leak on cold start that quietens warm, sulphury exhaust odour in the cabin, visible soot marks at the exhaust flange, rough idle or lean codes (P0171) after the intake’s been disturbed, and a whistling or hissing under the bonnet.
• Good workshop habits: use OEM-quality gaskets, clean mating faces thoroughly, follow Honda’s torque specs and sequence, and avoid sealants unless the manual explicitly calls for them. After intake work, clear trims and check for vacuum leaks, after exhaust work, verify no blow-by at first heat cycle.

Look after these humble seals and the 2008 Elysion will stay quiet, economical, and drama-free on those long Kiwi or Aussie road trips.

Popular questions about 2008 Honda Elysion manifold gaskets

Which manifold gasket does a 2008 Elysion have — intake or exhaust?
Both. The model uses an intake manifold gasket to keep unmetered air out, and an exhaust manifold gasket to seal hot gases at the head. Engines fitted to the 2008 Elysion (K24A and J-series V6) have both gaskets from factory, per Honda parts and service publications.

What are the symptoms of a failed manifold gasket on an Elysion?
For the intake side: rough or high idle, lean fault codes, and a hiss that changes with throttle. For the exhaust side: a sharp ticking on cold start, exhaust smell near the front of the car, and sometimes reduced low-end torque. Visual soot tracking at the manifold joint is a giveaway for exhaust leaks.

How often should the manifold gaskets be replaced?
There’s no fixed interval. Replace whenever the manifold is removed, or at the first sign of leakage. Many last well past 150,000 km if untouched, but they’re inexpensive insurance any time intake or exhaust work is carried out.