Parts for your 2012 Honda Elysion-Strut mounts

2012 Honda Elysion Strut Mounts — What They Do and When to Replace

Strut mounts are fitted to the 2012 Honda Elysion. Technical sources including Honda service literature (Global Service Express), the Honda electronic parts catalogue for RR1–RR6 chassis, and Japanese specification listings show the Elysion runs a MacPherson strut front suspension with a double-wishbone rear. A MacPherson setup requires a top mount and bearing assembly at the body tower, so strut mounts are absolutely relevant on this model.

On the Elysion, the front strut mount does two big jobs: it isolates road vibration from the cabin, and it anchors the top of the strut while allowing the strut to rotate with steering via an integrated bearing. When the rubber insulator hardens or cracks, or the bearing grinds or seizes, owners may notice clunks over bumps, a dull thud on take-off or braking, notchy steering, or a spring “twang” as the wheel is turned. Uneven tyre wear and vague on-centre feel can also creep in.

For general servicing, many workshops inspect the mounts every 40–50,000 km or at any front-end noise complaint. If the Elysion is used on rough roads or carries family and gear often, the mounts can age faster. Replacement is usually done in pairs (both fronts) and is smart to combine with struts, bump stops and dust boots—keeping a fresh, balanced front end. The job needs a quality spring compressor, and the reassembled unit should be torqued correctly with the vehicle supported under its weight before final nip-up. A wheel alignment is recommended straight after, as the strut-to-knuckle position and mount seating can nudge camber and toe.

Good-quality aftermarket or genuine mounts are worth the spend, cheap options can add steering noise or fail early. If the bearing in the mount is serviceable separately, many techs still choose a complete mount assembly to restore the isolation rubber at the same time. After fitment, a short road test over speed humps and a slow full-lock turn check helps confirm the bearing is smooth and the front end is quiet.

• Typical signs: clunking over bumps, notchy steering, spring “ping”, looseness on-centre, uneven tyre wear.
• Best practice: replace in pairs, add new boots/bump stops, and align wheels post-repair.

Popular questions about 2012 Honda Elysion strut mounts

What are the signs the Elysion’s strut mounts are worn?
Common symptoms include clunks over sharp bumps, a thud on braking or take-off, notchy steering, and a spring “twang” when turning. Some drivers also notice vague steering feel and feathered front tyres.

Visible cracks in the rubber or rusty, gritty top bearings during inspection are solid clues the mounts are due.

How long do strut mounts typically last on a 2012 Elysion?
Service life varies with roads and load, but many last 80–150,000 km. Frequent potholes, speed humps and heavy loads can shorten that window. If replacing front struts, doing the mounts at the same time helps avoid double labour later.

Is a wheel alignment needed after replacing strut mounts?
Yes. Any time the front struts are disturbed, camber and toe can shift slightly. A proper alignment restores straight-line stability, even tyre wear and a tidy steering wheel position.