Honda GC160 User Manual

SERVICING YOUR ENGINE
ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level
position.
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe
it clean.
2. Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck.
Check the oil level shown
on the dipstick.
3. If the oil level is low, fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the
recommended oil (see page
28).
4. Reinstall the oil filler cap.
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
LOWER LIMIT
1 NOTICE I
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
The Oil Alert@ system (applicable engine types) will automatically stop
the engine before the oil level falls below safe limit. However, to avoid
the inconvenience of an unexpected shutdown, always check the
engine oil level before startup.
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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)