Honda GC160 User Manual (English)

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Service Manual86 pages

Maintenance Information1 page

Questions and Answers:

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mariah73Jul 26, 2025
How to fix a Honda GC160 that will not start?
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  sherrygillJul 26, 2025
  If your Honda Engine won't start, make sure the choke is in the CLOSED position unless the engine is warm. Also, verify that the ignition switch and engine stop switch are in the ON position, and the throttle lever is in the SLOW or FAST position. Check the engine oil level and add the recommended oil if it's low. Ensure you have enough fuel and that it's fresh; drain the tank and carburetor and refuel if the gasoline is bad. Inspect the spark plug; clean or replace it if it's faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped. If the spark plug is wet with fuel, dry and reinstall it, then start the engine with the throttle lever in the FAST position and the choke in the OPEN position. If none of these actions work, you may need to replace or repair faulty components.
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Heather LucasAug 9, 2025
Why does my Honda GC160 lack power?
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  Alison OrtizAug 9, 2025
  If your Honda Engine lacks power, the filter might be clogged; clean or replace it. Bad fuel could also be the culprit; drain the fuel tank and carburetor, then refuel with fresh gasoline. Also, a clogged fuel filter, carburetor malfunction, ignition malfunction, or stuck valves could be responsible. If so, you may need to replace or repair faulty components.
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stephanie09Aug 17, 2025
Why my Honda GC160 lacks power?
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  Brooke MorrisonAug 17, 2025
  If your Honda Engine lacks power, a clogged filter may be the issue. Clean or replace the filter. Another potential cause is bad fuel. In this case, drain the fuel tank and carburetor and refuel with fresh gasoline. If these steps don't resolve the problem, it could be due to a clogged fuel filter, carburetor malfunction, ignition malfunction, valves stuck, etc. Then take the engine to an authorized Honda servicing dealer, or refer to the shop manual.

Honda GC160 Specifications

General

Engine Type	Air-cooled 4-stroke OHV
Bore x Stroke	68 mm x 45 mm
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
PTO Shaft Rotation	Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Ignition System	Transistorized magneto ignition
Lubrication System	Forced splash
Net Torque	10.3 Nm (7.6 lbs ft) @ 2, 500 rpm
Fuel Consumption	1.4 L/h at 3, 600 rpm
Starting System	Recoil start
Fuel Tank Capacity	3.1 liters
Oil Capacity	0.58 liters
Dry Weight	15.1 kg
Displacement	160 cm3 (9.8 cu-in)