AUTOKAY Carburetor for Honda GCV160 Engines — GCV160A0/GCV160LA Fit, Complete Kit with Gaskets & Spark Plug

AUTOKAY GCV160 Auto Choke Carburetor is a direct-replacement carburetor kit designed to restore proper fuel delivery and starting performance for Honda GCV160-series small engines.

This complete carburetor assembly is built to replace factory Honda units on a broad range of GCV160 engines and compatible mowers. The kit includes gaskets, filters, a spark plug, a thermowax accessory and other install components so you can replace the carburetor and related consumables in one service visit. It matches multiple OEM part numbers and fits popular HRR and HRX lawn mower models, making it a practical option when the original carburetor becomes clogged, worn or fails to regulate fuel correctly.

What Honda models and engine codes will this AUTOKAY carburetor work with?

This carburetor fits many Honda GCV160 engine variants and specific walk-behind mower models. Check your engine code and mower model against the listed compatibility before ordering to ensure a match.

• Compatible engine codes: GCV160A0, GCV160LA, GCV160A, GCV160LA0 and related suffixes (S1M, S3H, S3T, SBT, etc.).
• Common mower models: HRR216 and HRX217 series (examples: HRR216K5–K11, HRX217K1–K2).
• Backup compatibility: also fits some BB-series engines (BB76JA, BB75D/B, BB65E A, BB75E C).
• Verify the machine’s parts manual or current OEM part number to confirm fit before installation.

How easy is installation and what parts come in the box?

The kit is intended for bolt-on replacement with basic tools; most users with mechanical experience can complete the swap in under an hour. The package supplies all commonly replaced consumables so you don’t need to order extra items separately.

• Included: 1 carburetor, 5 gaskets, 1 spark plug, 1 fuel filter, 1 air filter, 1 speed control spring, 1 thermowax accessory (16620-Z8D-305), and 1 fuel line.
• Installation requires typical hand tools, a clean work area and careful gasket alignment to avoid vacuum leaks.
• Follow engine service intervals and torque specs from Honda for secure mounting and linkage adjustment.
• Keep the old carburetor and parts until successful startup and leak-checking are complete.

Which OEM part numbers and replacements does this AUTOKAY carburetor match?

This replacement is cross-referenced to many Honda part numbers so you can match it with the number stamped on your existing carburetor or listed in the mower manual. Cross-checking helps avoid ordering the wrong unit for your engine revision.

• Common replacement part numbers covered: 16100-Z0L-023, 16100-ZM0-803, 16100-ZM0-804 and others in the 16100 series.
• Additional cross-refs include: 16100-Z8B-841, 16100-Z1L-854, 16100-Z0L-871 and similar variants.
• Fuel filter reference: replaces 16952-ZA8-800 and 16952-Z8B-000 filters.
• Confirm your part number on the old carb or engine label for exact compatibility.

How will this carburetor affect starting and running behavior?

When installed correctly, a clean, properly functioning carburetor restores consistent idle, smoother throttle response and more reliable cold starts compared to a clogged or leaking unit. This replacement includes a new auto-choke assembly and fresh filters to address common fuel-delivery problems.

• Auto-choke helps cold starts by temporarily richening the mixture until the engine warms up.
• New fuel and air filters reduce contamination that causes poor idling and stalling.
• Fresh gaskets and fuel line reduce the chance of vacuum leaks and fuel seepage.
• Replace worn carburetor components rather than repeatedly cleaning degraded cores.

Who is this for: This AUTOKAY GCV160 Auto Choke Carburetor kit is best for DIY owners, lawn care technicians and small-engine repair shops needing an affordable, full replacement for worn or damaged Honda GCV160 carburetors. It suits anyone who wants a complete service kit—carburetor plus filters and gaskets—to restore mower reliability without sourcing multiple individual parts.