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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairHonda Small Engine Metering Gasket Replacement #16010-ZM3-004
Honda Small Engine Metering Gasket Replacement #16010-ZM3-004
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Total Parts Cost
$2.76Estimated Savings
$112.5003:55
- Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the metering gasket on Honda small engines. The most common reason for replacing the gasket is if it is damaged, causing the engine to run poorly or not start.
All of the information in this gasket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 8mm socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information in this gasket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 8mm socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the metering gasket in your engine’s carburetor first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Now depress the tabs to release the air filter cover and pull out the filter element.
3
Use an 8mm socket or nut driver to unthread the mounting nuts securing the filter housing.
4
Remove the support plate and detach the housing from the breather tube.
5
Note the orientation of the fuel lines attached to the carburetor then detach them – be prepared for some fuel to spill out.
6
With the lines detached, slide the carburetor off of the mounting posts. and set it on a sturdy surface.
7
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws holding the carburetor components together.
8
Lift off the mounting plate and metering cover.
9
If still intact, separate the old gasket from the metering diaphragm.
10
When installing a new metering gasket we recommend using a new diaphragm as well.
11
Confirm that the spring, pump gasket & diaphragm and needle housing remain properly aligned.
12
Now holding the carburetor straight up, align the new metering gasket on the tabs along with the diaphragm.
13
Reposition the metering cover and the mounting plate.
14
Thread and tighten the screws to secure.
15
Confirm that the mounting posts are fully extended and slide the carburetor onto them.
16
Attach the fuel lines to the appropriate ports on the carburetor.
17
Confirm that the O-ring is in place in the air filter housing then reposition the housing by inserting the port into the breather tube as you align the housing on the posts.
18
Replace the support plate then thread and tighten the mounting nuts to secure the assembly.
19
Replace the air filter element.
20
Realign the air filter cover and snap it into place.
Description
This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the metering gasket on Honda small engines. The most common reason for replacing the gasket is if it is damaged, causing the engine to run poorly or not start.
All of the information in this gasket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 8mm socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
All of the information in this gasket replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Honda
Tools used: 8mm socket or nut driver, small flat-head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the metering gasket in your engine’s carburetor first make sure the engine has cooled.
2
Now depress the tabs to release the air filter cover and pull out the filter element.
3
Use an 8mm socket or nut driver to unthread the mounting nuts securing the filter housing.
4
Remove the support plate and detach the housing from the breather tube.
5
Note the orientation of the fuel lines attached to the carburetor then detach them – be prepared for some fuel to spill out.
6
With the lines detached, slide the carburetor off of the mounting posts. and set it on a sturdy surface.
7
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screws holding the carburetor components together.
8
Lift off the mounting plate and metering cover.
9
If still intact, separate the old gasket from the metering diaphragm.
10
When installing a new metering gasket we recommend using a new diaphragm as well.
11
Confirm that the spring, pump gasket & diaphragm and needle housing remain properly aligned.
12
Now holding the carburetor straight up, align the new metering gasket on the tabs along with the diaphragm.
13
Reposition the metering cover and the mounting plate.
14
Thread and tighten the screws to secure.
15
Confirm that the mounting posts are fully extended and slide the carburetor onto them.
16
Attach the fuel lines to the appropriate ports on the carburetor.
17
Confirm that the O-ring is in place in the air filter housing then reposition the housing by inserting the port into the breather tube as you align the housing on the posts.
18
Replace the support plate then thread and tighten the mounting nuts to secure the assembly.
19
Replace the air filter element.
20
Realign the air filter cover and snap it into place.
Applicable Product Model
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Gasket
$2.76
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