The Honda 16264-ZA0-920 Choke Rod is a genuine OEM component designed for the GX360 horizontal shaft engine. Sourced directly from Honda, this part is manufactured to the same standards as the original, ensuring correct fit and proper choke operation without modification. If your GX360 engine is experiencing sluggish cold starts or an unresponsive choke mechanism, a worn or damaged choke rod is a likely culprit — replacing it with part number 16264-ZA0-920 restores the linkage to proper working order. Always verify your engine's serial number against the fitment table before ordering to confirm this is the correct rod for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM Part — manufactured to Honda's original specifications for the GX360 engine, ensuring the choke linkage moves freely and seats correctly in the carburetor assembly
- Direct OEM Replacement — designed as a drop-in replacement for the GX360 horizontal shaft engine with no fitting adjustments needed
- Restores Cold-Start Performance — a functioning choke rod delivers the fuel-rich mixture the engine needs at startup; a bent, worn, or broken rod leaves the choke unable to close fully, making reliable cold starts difficult
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda supersedes parts across production runs, so cross-check your engine's serial number against the fitment table to confirm part number 16264-ZA0-920 is correct for your GX360
The choke rod is the mechanical link between the choke lever and the choke valve on the carburetor. When the operator sets the choke for a cold start, the rod transfers that motion to close the choke valve, restricting airflow and enriching the fuel mixture so the engine fires reliably. As the engine warms, the choke is opened and the rod holds the valve in the fully open position for normal running. A bent, cracked, or disconnected choke rod breaks this linkage — the choke valve can no longer be reliably opened or closed, leading to hard starts, rough running, or an engine that floods and stalls until the fault is corrected.
Part Details
| Part Number | 16264-ZA0-920 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Choke Rod |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | GX360 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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