I have only had my Honda Element for less than a month and one of my fog light lenses is already cracked in 6 places! I called the dealer to find out about replacing it and they told me they don't sell just the lenses. They said I'd have to buy another whole set of fog lights (for $600!!)...what kind of game are they running? Do they really not want repeat customers? I have two family members who are in the market for new cars that were leaning towards Honda, but now they are not so sure. Has anyone else had this problem with their fog lights? I am really disgusted with Honda right now... :evil:

I wonder if that part is under warranty? I would also call Honda America to yak with them.

Iskie

Try to find out who make the lights for Honda, then contact them directly. The lenses should be avialable through the company that supplies honda. If you get them replaced, have some custom made guards installed.

Because the Element is so new, not everything is availalbe yet as a part. I wanted a mag for the CD changer, the under the seat one. The places I called did not have part numbers for it. One place finally found it from Honda, but can't get it for several months.

Hey RML, i read another link about the mag for the CD changer and someone discoverd it was made by Pioneer and you could buy xtra mags at Crutchfeild. You might want to call to make sure.

[quote:62239885f4="RML"]Because the Element is so new, not everything is availalbe yet as a part. I wanted a mag for the CD changer, the under the seat one. The places I called did not have part numbers for it. One place finally found it from Honda, but can't get it for several months.[/quote:62239885f4]

Hey RML,

The changer is made by Panasonic. I got two extra from Crutchfield. They have them in stock. They even come with a plastic sleeve (similar to a VHS tape) to provide a smidgen of protection when you cart them around.

Here's the URL: http://www.crutchfield.com/S-yU8WNX55tRR/cgi-bin/ProdView.asp?i=133CAMP801

L8r,

-jdef

[quote:7fb95a47dd="hockeytown1926"]I have only had my Honda Element for less than a month and one of my fog light lenses is already cracked in 6 places! I called the dealer to find out about replacing it and they told me they don't sell just the lenses. They said I'd have to buy another whole set of fog lights (for $600[/quote:7fb95a47dd]

The $600 is approximately the installed price. You can get the complete set from cheaphondaparts.com or HandA for around $250. Then use one to fix the broken one. This is worst case, of course, if you cannot find just the lens.

I had a rock kick up and break the lens on one of my fog lights. Dealer tells me that you can't order just the lens, in fact, you have to order an brand new complete fog light kit. You can't even buy just one light. Needless to say this is not an option. Does any body have any suggestions? If I have to replace both lights I want to use something with replaceable lenses. Any help would be appreciated.

Sorry to hear of the fog light mishap, but someone else had the same experience, posted on the board. Not nice of Honda to not offer a replacement lens. Someone (perhaps Einstein) posted about a material from 3M that you can buy and paste over the lens. Post was early January I think. 40 mil, transparent, 12x12 inch sheet.

Will your dealer split a fog lamp kit? Surely someone else will need one.

Could you split a fog lamp kit with another owner with a broken lens?

You could also contact Raybrig to see if they can sell replacement lamps. Somebody else did and I haven't heard the results.

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I've been getting PMs about the material I have left over to protect the lenses.

Yes, I can make a half dozen more circle pairs... PM me if you are interested.

$5 per pair to cover my trouble and shipping costs until all the material is gone.

PM me if interested.

Thanks for the suggestions. Dealer was very nice about it all but will not split a fog light kit and there is no way I will pay $300 to replace one light. I did call Honda Customer Service today to make them aware of the problem and was promised a reply within five days. Even if they can't help me, maybe a change can be made for the future. Just find it hard to believe that a light with a replaceable lens wasn't in the mix. Being only a foot or so off the highway seems they would have thought about breakage from junk on the road.Right now I see two alternatives. One would be to wait until Summer and hopefully the condensation inside the cracked light will go away and then try the film you are talking about. My thinking is that the film would seal the glass cracks and keep the inside of the light dry. #2 would be to replace both light s with a Cyber White light kit and hope the work as well as the higher priced Honda lights.

I think those are good ideas, hope it works out for you.

Ultimately you probably won't be entirely happy with the cracked lens, even if it holds together.

What comprehensive insurance do you have? I have $0 deductable and I would definitely call my agent to see if it is covered.

:D I'm the "other" foglight victim Einstien mentioned. I've searched everywhere for a replacement foglamp assembly with no success. I even contacted Raybrig directly and they never responded.

Now for the good news, I finally emailed H&A since they seem to be the premier dealer for accessories. Here is their response:

Hi,

As of this time, Honda claims they will have replacement light assemblies available, but they don't have a date that the lights will be available to order. We will have them on the web site as soon as they are. We don't know of any other replacement that will work.

Thanks,

Bill - HandA-Accessories

So with a little patience H&A will have them soon and at a great price. In the meantime my lights get the 3m treatment!

Thanks for the update. Bill at HandA is great people.

I'm glad they keep the site well maintained and updated for exactly the things we are asking for and what Honda offers.

P.S. If Honda doesn't offer reasonably priced replacements, I'm sure a black market would form... :(

Hi All

Tonight I was walking past the front of my E when the right side fog light caught my eye...I noticed it had a bad crack in it.

Imagine my dismay when I decided to look at the other one and it too had a crack!!!

I am really not happy, but I did notice a spot where I think a rock might have hit the left one. I see no other such obvious damage on the right one. I am wondering what the chances are that the cold cracked the right one...it has been damn cold here lately and I have been using the fogs...I am thinking the quick change in temperature may be a problem, although I am sure they would be tested for that.

Being that I bought them with the car, I know they are covered under warranty for defect, but I am sure I'll get turned down. I am wondering what the sense is in replacing them if that is just going to happen over and over.

I am interested to hear how the H&A story turns out.

I am going to see if anyone carries any sort of mesh cover for them...something like all of the suburban soccer Mom's and Accountants have on their Land Rovers, you know in case a rhinocerous attacks them while they are double parked outside Starbucks. If something like that might save the trouble of this happening over and over again, I may just put up with the look.

I wrote a letter to honda last year and also to some manufactuters to make a set of cages or plastic impact lenses for the element. I got no replies but for now like I said get the x-pels or 3m ones. Just buy the 15 inch sheet and cut them yourself they are cheaper.

Since you already have the fogs and wiring done oem... Why not replace the fog assy. with aftermarkets or cyberwhite fogs?
See my link.http://www.cardomain.com/memberpage/457945

Honda contacted the dealer and told them to help me out. The response was a complete new foglight kit for half price. I called Honda America and told them as much as I appreciated a new kit for 50% off, that I only needed one light and I wasn't going to pay $180.00 for one light. They told me to buy the kit and to send them the invoice and they would cut me a check for the difference - $50.00 for one light and to keep the entire kit. I was very impressed at this response and told them so, but also said they really need to look into using fog lights that can be either replaced individually or have replaceable the lenses. I also bought the expel protectors for the foglights from Einstein and will put them on the lights and replace the broken one once warmer weather arrives. Like I said, I think Honda has bent over backwards to resolve this issue and I am sure that not many other car makers would follow suit. If you live in the toolies, like I do, you might think twice about purchasing expensive foglights that can get easily broken on gravel roads. :D

Someone or some thing put a hole in one of my fog lights. Now I need to replace it. Anybody out there got one?
Thanks

another OEM unit is gonna be hard to find

3 options


1. if you got them WITH your car when u bought it bring it back to the stealership and tell them it cracked SOME and i stress SOME will replace

2. search the boards and order the replica ones from walmart and still use your OEM switch and wiring

3. Suck it up... buy another set BUT hold onto the button , wiring and used fog
I'm sure this will happen again to someone else and u can sell your setup


Good Luck either which way u go

Thanks for the info. Type X.
Wal Mart has a replica set?
David

[quote:bf09c0586e=" "]Thanks for the info. Type X.
Wal Mart has a replica set?
David[/quote:bf09c0586e]

if u search on the boards there are a few different replica sets people recommend

BUT i like OEM quality > price

I just noticed that my drivers side fog light took a hit from a rock. It looks like a bb hit it leaving a little hole in the center but I am sure it was a rock.

Just curious if anyone replaced their foglights because of something similar and still has a good drivers side lamp.

Thanks,
Dan

the honda oem fogs?

someone was selling one on ebay in the spring, iirc (thanks for the help, i know..)

i think someone here or on hondasuv had the same problem, and ended up having to spend the big $$$ to get a whole new kit, but said that honda was planning to issue individuals as parts. you might check with your dealer whether that has come about.

aslo: xpel

I called my dealer and they said $127.00 for a single light.

Wow, $127 for a single light? what a crime...I hope that price includes a jar of vaseline...makes me glad I don't have them, I'll put up with those voids in my bumper thank you.

well, i guess that means that honda realized the error of not selling singles and is now doing so. but that means that you might be able to do better with some of the online parts places (h and a, majestic, cheaphonda, etc).

just get those xpels to cover them this time!

After a trip to the snow I just noticed that my fog light that had taken a direct rock hit had a second one already. Now there is a star on the top of it and the bottom. I am pretty sure I will just leave it until it quits working. No reason to replace it to get hit again. Unless someone has an extra one.

I remember every once and a while reading where someone needed to replace 1 foglight. Well, I was just on HandA and they are now selling just 1 for about $109. Doesn't seem as bad as having to buy a whole new kit.
L.

but the $5 for the round xpel/3m plastic is much cheaper!

Hey guys......any update on individual lens?? My foglight is cracked as well, I'm sure there are many others with this issue.

It stinks....it seems like if there is glass and it's on the front of an Element it's gonna break!!

My girlfreind has a 2003 honda element and we just noticed that one of the fog lights has the front totally broken. YOu can now stick your finger in and touch the bulb if oyu wanted to.

So I need to find a new bulb housing. The thing is I can't find them anyplace.

I am assuming that this was an extra option that she added to the car at the dealership when she purcahsed it. But I can not find fog lamps or anyhting to do with the fog lamps from the dealership websites or other automotive websites.


Can somebody help me?

eBay or the Dealer.

http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/auto/jsp/mws/prddisplay.jsp?inputstate=5&catcgry1=Element&catcgry2=2004&catcgry3=5DR+EX+2WD&catcgry4=KA4AT&catcgry5=FOGLIGHT+KIT

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2003-04-05-07-HONDA-ELEMENT-JDM-OEM-FOGLIGHTS-FOGLAMPS_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33709QQihZ008Q QitemZ180072459201QQrdZ1

Holly crap - They are super expensive. $100+ from the dealer for a set and $75+ from e-bay for jsut one light that is insane.


Is there any way to purchase just one lamp or do you have to purcahse both at one time from the dealer??? I only need one.

Problem is that the one on e-bay is an OEM style but I am nto so sure that it is an exact match to the OEM lamp so I think in order to have it look right you would have to purcahse two of them.?.?


This sucks

there are a number of junkyards in your local yellow pages, each has access to junk cars and parts from all over the place. There are also web sites that will broadcast out your part needed.

Otherwise, take the other one out and replace it with yellow reflectors and live and learn.

good luck

I can't find one junk yard in my area via the yellow pages.... I would call if I could find one but I have no idea where to look or how to find one.

HandA (http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html) has a replacement assembly for $108.75. That Ebay crap can't compare to OEM.

I've got a used factory one in perfect condition for $60 + shipping. Email me at dbcaudill@charter.net if interested.

HandA (http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html) has a replacement assembly for $108.75. That Ebay crap can't compare to OEM.


I think you missed my point. Only one of the lights is broken- actually the bulb still works it is just that the front of the lamp (glass/plastic) has shattered so it needs to be replaced before water and junk gaather in it.

I only need one lamp to be replaced so I would rather not purcahse a set if I don't have to. At the same time I would rather get a direct OEM replacment instead of somehtign on e-bay that might not match up to the OEM part correctly.

Can I find a single lamp for $50 someplace or can I get a single lamp replacment fro mthe dealer or do I have to buy them as a set?



Edit: I just took a look at the site you linked me to. From what I can tell one lamp cost $108 to replace. TO me that is insanity. Why does a simple light cost so much friggen money.

I think you missed my point. Only one of the lights is broken- actually the bulb still works it is just that the front of the lamp (glass/plastic) has shattered so it needs to be replaced before water and junk gaather in it.

I only need one lamp to be replaced so I would rather not purcahse a set if I don't have to. At the same time I would rather get a direct OEM replacment instead of somehtign on e-bay that might not match up to the OEM part correctly.

Can I find a single lamp for $50 someplace or can I get a single lamp replacment fro mthe dealer or do I have to buy them as a set?



Edit: I just took a look at the site you linked me to. From what I can tell one lamp cost $108 to replace. TO me that is insanity. Why does a simple light cost so much friggen money.Because a set costs over $250. Getting 1 for $108 is a bargain.

$250 is way way way too much for a set.

DLC just posted and said he had one for $60, that is probably the best price you'll find, take it or leave it.:rolleyes:

$250 is way way way too much for a set.Welcome to the wonderful world of auto manufacturer OEM equipment

$250 is way way way too much for a set.

Try buying them in Canada....they go for $440.00 plus the switch...

Out of curosity: I was wondering if anyone knew whether or not Honda offers a replacement OEM fog light lens. Alternatively, if anyone knows any source to acquire one that would be great. My right lens is cracked with pieces falling off and and it looks like it won't hold up much longer.

Out of curosity: I was wondering if anyone knew whether or not Honda offers a replacement OEM fog light lens. Alternatively, if anyone knows any source to acquire one that would be great. My right lens is cracked with pieces falling off and and it looks like it won't hold up much longer.

HandA sells them for $109 each.

http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html

Unfortunately Honda has you by the you know whats.
You will have to replace the whole light assembly. Fortunately you can buy only one light assembly rather than the whole set, but it's still rather spendy especially since it's only the lens that you need.
BEEN THERE!

Eigh. I was hoping to hear something different... but alright. New assembly it is. >.<

I have seen them on Ebay aftermarket ones for abour 70 dollars. I installed those clear guards over mine as we have a LOT of gravel on the roads up here in the winter time and almost every fog light gets broke up here. 2 Years with them and no problems..:grin:

Mmm good to know. I saw them on ebay when I was trying to find a lens replacement... I think I will invest in them after this.

Hi,
Has anyone attempted to replace the lens on the fog lights? Both of mine are broken from rocks and Honda only sells the entire fog light ($140 apiece). I was thinking of making a plexiglass disc and epoxy it on. It would be thicker than original ones. Even if I replace with the original lights the lens is fragile and will probably get broken again. Anyone else having this problem?

One of my lenses have cracked across the entire face, pieces have broken off but it's holding in place. A member suggested that I pick up a film cover which will reduce the chance that the lenses will become damaged. I haven't tried it yet nor have I replaced the light in question to date, but supposedly it works well.

After you replace your fogs, put expel or 3M film on the lenses to protect them.

seriously, if you have fogs, you should have xpel or similar 3m adhesive protective covers for them.

i have a lot of gravel road miles on my element, and the original fogs are fine.

Yea, there is a guy by the name of Wilson Wong who sells Pilotpads for the foglamp lenses. I haven't have a problem and I've had them on two E's now. E sells them on Ebay and as offered a EOC discount if you mention that I, referred you to him. I get nothing out of it I assure you. You can also find him on the HondaSUV.com site and just do a search on Pilotpads or again, on Ebay. He had some for sale just a few weeks ago. I think they around $9.00 but you can't beat them and you can't tell you have them on either. They are invisble but serve the purpose. I wouldn't go without them. Piece of mind for sure.

Peace!

Or you could just go here (http://www.aerostich.com/catalog/US/Headlight-Shield-p-17071.html) and get a sheet of the Headlight Shield. You'll have to cut it to fit, but it's a decent price.

http://www.aerostich.com/catalog/US/Headlight-Shield-p-17071.html

Thanks for the input. I ended up cutting two disc's of plexiglass and siliconing them on. Problem fixed. Tip: when cutting plexiglass with a hole saw (center drill bit removed) use a drill press and clamp down plexiglass, use very low speed and spray water to keep it cool. A protective film over this would help and could be replaced from time to time as it gets messed up.

Thanks for the input. I ended up cutting two disc's of plexiglass and siliconing them on. Problem fixed. Tip: when cutting plexiglass with a hole saw (center drill bit removed) use a drill press and clamp down plexiglass, use very low speed and spray water to keep it cool. A protective film over this would help and could be replaced from time to time as it gets messed up.



So the lens isn't convexed but flat? http://re3.mm-a11.yimg.com/image/52637195 (http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images/view?back=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.search.yahoo.com%2Fs earch%2Fimages%3Fp%3Dconvex%2Blens%26y%3DSearch%26 ei%3DUTF-8%26js%3D1%26ni%3D18%26fr%3Dmy-myy%26b%3D37&w=500&h=375&imgurl=static.flickr.com%2F153%2F412727556_89f8ec9 cfb_m.jpg&rurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.flickr.com%2Fphotos%2Ftessaw atson%2F412727556%2F&size=136kB&name=412727556_89f8ec9cfb.jpg&p=convex+lens&type=jpeg&no=41&tt=1,097&oid=031f2581c5d97034&fusr=Biology+Big+Brother&tit=Convex+Lens-+Converge&hurl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.flickr.com%2Fphotos%2Ftessaw atson%2F&ei=UTF-8&src=p)

last week, i noticed the lens on one of my fog lights was busticated:mad:. i bought my E used and these came installed already, i believe they are stock. it still works, but i want to know if i have to replace the entire light, or can i just get another lens? anyone know? thanks in advance,
marc

If it's an OEM fog, you're looking at about $100.00 to replace (price may vary). Check Ebay you might find a decent deal there for one.

Regardless, when you do replace it, try using a protective sheet like this (http://www.aerostich.com/catalog/US/Headlight-Shield-p-17071.html) to prevent that from happening again.

The fog lights are basically rock magnets... :-x

I purchased on eBay a set of foglight protectors. These are a heavy clear vinyl adhesive patch that goes over the lense.

I think they offer a level of protection, but I am not sure how much.

Good Luck,
Bob

Any body know how to get a mounting bracket set for after market fog lights? I have the PIAA kit, and I know it would probably be easy to fab some quick strapping on there, but it might be cleaner if there are mounts for it.

There is not much in the way of after market parts for the E. You did not tell us what location you are thinking about. In the stock fog spots or in the grill?


Dom

Any body know how to get a mounting bracket set for after market fog lights? I have the PIAA kit, and I know it would probably be easy to fab some quick strapping on there, but it might be cleaner if there are mounts for it.

Looks like Hella 50 and 90mm round modules are the only fog/driving lights with four-screw-points bracket in same plane as light face that have brackets with light purchase. Hella 008090317 and 008582007, respectively. and maybe you could use the Part #97300 for your PIAA's??!

found these at www.yellowandbluelighting.com and www.autolights4less.com.

good luck. I'm still deciding. Mounting parts for use in existing empty spots is what will decide which light I get, actually.

I know its worthless without pics, but they will be up soon. One quick note for anyone looking to buy canadian fog light kit. THE WIRE HARNESS IS DIFFERENT. One of the green 6pin connector is different in shape and size. I ordred the correct switch harness from majestic honda for $33. I will post pics soon.

http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b33/pachi7tre/IMG_0699.jpg
http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b33/pachi7tre/IMG_0761.jpg

nice. i installed mine a few weeks ago. i love the extra light output. i put some piaa yellow plasma ion bulbs in there. love it with my piaa super white headlights. perhaps a suggestion for u.:D

I already did a SEARCH, and the most recent thread I found was over two years old, so I figured I'd post a new thread, in case something had changed.

As the title indicates, I have a broken lens in one of the fog lights of my 2008 Element EX. The light itself works fine.

Does anyone make a replacement lens? The dealership can apparently only replace the whole light, and it's $239.00 (including labor).

Thanks in advance.

I already did a SEARCH, and the most recent thread I found was over two years old, so I figured I'd post a new thread, in case something had changed.

As the title indicates, I have a broken lens in one of the fog lights of my 2008 Element EX. The light itself works fine.

Does anyone make a replacement lens? The dealership can apparently only replace the whole light, and it's $239.00 (including labor).

Thanks in advance.


You can buy a replacement light from H&A for $109.00

http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html

And replace it your self in about 10 minutes. Just follow the instructions on page 10 of the installation guide.

http://www.handa-accessories.com/element/07fogs.pdf

You can buy a replacement light from H&A for $109.00

http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html

And replace it your self in about 10 minutes. Just follow the instructions on page 10 of the installation guide.

http://www.handa-accessories.com/element/07fogs.pdf

Dang! It looks like I can just basically pop the old one out, and put the new one in. You're awesome! Thanks! :grin:

A new, OEM replacement lamp assembly can be purchased for around $110. When I was faced with the same dilemma, I discovered, in desperation, a secret that I will now share with everyone. Since the E's fog lamps are an option, few Es have them. Nearly impossible to find used. But, more plentiful are the Pilot fog lamps. Same basic housing, only the brackets are different. The E's brackets fit left or right. But the Pilot's brackets are left/right specific. But we don't care about the brackets, since we only need to replace the lens. When you search for your Pilot fog, you need not worry which side it's for. I found a used Pilot fog for $30, and swapped the bracket. Done.

Both of my fog light lenses have nice big cracks across them. I have no idea how they cracked, I've owned several vehicles with fog lights and have never had one crack, let alone both. Is this normal on the Element? Has anyone else seen this? Can I buy new lenses?

Multiple threads merged. Boots, see posts above.

Thread on protecting the lenses here (http://www.elementownersclub.com/forums/showthread.php?t=6129).

You can buy a replacement light from H&A for $109.00

http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html

And replace it your self in about 10 minutes. Just follow the instructions on page 10 of the installation guide.

http://www.handa-accessories.com/element/07fogs.pdf

So I have the part, and I was finally sitting down to do this, and it doesn't seem like I can access the upper right screw in order to remove the old assembly. Is there a trick to this, or do I need to take the bumper off?

So I have the part, and I was finally sitting down to do this, and it doesn't seem like I can access the upper right screw in order to remove the old assembly. Is there a trick to this, or do I need to take the bumper off?


If the opening for the light was cut properly you should be able to reach the screw with a long philips screw driver.

If the opening for the light was cut properly you should be able to reach the screw with a long philips screw driver.

Cool. Thanks.

The opening may NOT have been cut properly, because I can't even locate the screw. I'm going to go check again.

EDIT: OK, I can't see any screws at all. Anyone have a pic of what it's supposed to look like?

SECOND EDIT: I just looked again, and I think I can almost see the hole that's below the screw I need to remove. Time to bust out my tiny hacksaw?

Just bringing this back up.....Does anyone have a close-up photo of a properly-installed foglight on a 2008 Element?

If mine were installed improperly, I might be able to have the dealer fix it, rather than messing with them myself.

I have a cracked fog lamp cover on my 03. Is there anyway to replace just the plastic cover or do I have to replace the entire light?

Welcome! I have to ask if you know if that fog light is a Honda fog light or
and aftermarket one. I thought the Honda ones were glass. If you could post
a picture, that would really help. A picture of the switch that turns them on
and off would help out as well.

i have the honda glass ones and both of mine are cracked so im in for the answer too.

http://img217.imageshack.us/i/hondaelementfoglight005.jpg/

http://img19.imageshack.us/i/hondaelementfoglight003.jpg/

http://img233.imageshack.us/i/hondaelementfoglight002.jpg/


There are the pictures of the light. The cover is definitely glass. The intact one says RAY something on it. Thanks!

I bet the whole unit has to be replaced. :(

http://img217.imageshack.us/i/hondaelementfoglight005.jpg/

http://img19.imageshack.us/i/hondaelementfoglight003.jpg/

http://img233.imageshack.us/i/hondaelementfoglight002.jpg/


There are the pictures of the light. The cover is definitely glass. The intact one says RAY something on it. Thanks!

I wanted to make sure, since in your first post, you stated the cover was
plastic. Those are the OEM Honda fog lights. You can get a replacement
fog light from our site sponsor, HandA. The writing says Raybrig.

Here is the link to their site and the page that has the fog light in it:

http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html

You could also check evilbay, and see if they have OEM Honda fog lights.

A small stone hit the right fog light of our 07 Element. Housing is fine; bulb still burns. Only the glass is broken. It appears that Honda engineered the whole setup to be maximum trouble/difficulty. Cannot find a replacement lens only. The instructions for a new installation call for removing the entire front plastic bumper. The local dealer wants about $275.00 to supply/install one new housing. It looks to me like the housing is not a plug and play replacement.

There must be a better (cheaper and easier) way. Yes, I know I should have put protection over it and will do so for the next one. Any suggestions?

Moved your thread into here. You will find SEVERAL posts about installing
the OEM fog lights as well as a PDF file that shows you how to install them.
You have to buy the entire fog light. The reason being is that they are sealed.
You do not want condensation in your fog lights or headlights, right?? That
being said, you can buy one fog light from HandA (http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html). They are not cheap,
but they are well made and from a third party vendor. As for maximum trouble
or difficulty, have you tried to take off the front bumper? I can take off the
front bumper in about 10 minutes. It will take about 5 minutes to replace the
fog light, then about 15 minutes to but the bumper back on (need to line it up
properly). Now if you go really slow, you can take the bumper off in about
25 minutes. Then about 10 minutes to replace the fog light, and then another
25 minutes to put the bumper back on. That is about an hour of your time to
fix your problem.

A small stone hit the right fog light of our 07 Element. Housing is fine; bulb still burns. Only the glass is broken. It appears that Honda engineered the whole setup to be maximum trouble/difficulty. Cannot find a replacement lens only. The instructions for a new installation call for removing the entire front plastic bumper. The local dealer wants about $275.00 to supply/install one new housing. It looks to me like the housing is not a plug and play replacement.

There must be a better (cheaper and easier) way. Yes, I know I should have put protection over it and will do so for the next one. Any suggestions?

What model is your E?

LX/EX/SC?

That little peice of information plays a big part in getting the correct info.

^^Pretty sure the SC models have plastic lenses, so since he said that the glass broke, it's probably not an SC model.

you can buy one fog light from HandA (http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html). They are not cheap,
but they are well made and from a third party vendor. As for maximum trouble
or difficulty, have you tried to take off the front bumper?

I agree, but removing the bumper to replace a single fog light assembly is not necessary. On any model Element the entire fog light can be easily removed by taking out a single screw.

Moved your thread into here. You will find SEVERAL posts about installing
the OEM fog lights as well as a PDF file that shows you how to install them.
You have to buy the entire fog light. The reason being is that they are sealed.
You do not want condensation in your fog lights or headlights, right?? That
being said, you can buy one fog light from HandA (http://www.handa-accessories.com/elementext.html). They are not cheap,
but they are well made and from a third party vendor. As for maximum trouble
or difficulty, have you tried to take off the front bumper? I can take off the
front bumper in about 10 minutes. It will take about 5 minutes to replace the
fog light, then about 15 minutes to but the bumper back on (need to line it up
properly). Now if you go really slow, you can take the bumper off in about
25 minutes. Then about 10 minutes to replace the fog light, and then another
25 minutes to put the bumper back on. That is about an hour of your time to
fix your problem.
+1 I can confirm how easy it is take the front bumber off... 25 mins max off and back on.

+1 I can confirm how easy it is take the front bumber off... 25 mins max off and back on.
Yeah it's definitely easy, but in this case why even bother removing it when you really don't have to? :?

Yeah it's definitely easy, but in this case why even bother removing it when you really don't have to? :?

Yeah I know what your are saying and I see your point but I don't like working in tight places and goes through the wheel well makes it hard to see and may not have the right angle. But you are correct that you don't have to take the bumper cover off to change it.

Yeah I know what your are saying and I see your point but I don't like working in tight places and goes through the wheel well makes it hard to see and may not have the right angle. But you are correct that you don't have to take the bumper cover off to change it.

I gotcha. :-)

I noticed you have an SC model which as you may know your fog light screw is in a different place than on other model Elements.

From the sound of it the O.P. doesn't have an SC model and the screw that needs to be accessed is very easy to get to with the use of a long shaft Phillips screw driver.

As someone who's had their fog lights out many times, I like to mention that the most important thing to remember is to not remove the screw entirely, just loosen it enough to allow the fog light to be lifted off the hole/slot and bracket. Removing that screw entirely and then dropping the screw behind the bumper cover is not a good thing, as fishing it out is not very fun.:lol:

I gotcha. :-)

I noticed you have an SC model which as you may know your fog light screw is in a different place than on other model Elements.

From the sound of it the O.P. doesn't have an SC model and the screw that needs to be accessed is very easy to get to with the use of a long shaft Phillips screw driver.

As someone who's had their fog lights out many times, I like to mention that the most important thing to remember is to not remove the screw entirely, just loosen it enough to allow the fog light to be lifted off the hole/slot and bracket. Removing that screw entirely and then dropping the screw behind the bumper cover is not a good thing, as fishing it out is not very fun.:lol:
I haven't had to replace my fog light bulb/s but about 6-8 months ago maybe longer I got a set of HID 3500K Yellow bulbs and put them in. The process took me something like 20 min start to finish. You should look into a set of HIDs as the bulbs last many times longer than halogen bulbs, I think mine are lifetime or as long as I own my car.

I haven't had to replace my fog light bulb/s but about 6-8 months ago maybe longer I got a set of HID 3500K Yellow bulbs and put them in. The process took me something like 20 min start to finish. You should look into a set of HIDs as the bulbs last many times longer than halogen bulbs, I think mine are lifetime or as long as I own my car.
Most of the time I wasn't removing them to replace bulbs, it was to do other various mods to them. ;-) I would eventually like to retrofit a H.I.D. fog light projector in their place, such as the Blazers offered by The RetroFit Source. 8)

These.
http://www.theretrofitsource.com/product_info.php?cPath=24&products_id=243