The Honda 17223-965-003 Air Cleaner Housing Lid Spring is a genuine OEM replacement designed for a wide range of Honda EB-series and EM-series generators, as well as the EU3000 inverter generator. As a direct Honda OEM part, it matches the original specification exactly, so installation is straightforward and the fit is consistent with what left the factory. This spring is built for generators including the EB2500, EB3000, EB3800, EB4000, EB5000, EB6500, EM2500, EM3000, EM3800, EM4000, EM5000, EM6500, and the EU3000. Because Honda supersedes parts at production breaks, confirm your generator's serial number against the fitment table before ordering.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM — sourced directly from Honda, this spring meets the same specification as the original, ensuring the air cleaner housing lid seats and latches the way it was designed to.
- Secure Lid Retention — a properly functioning lid spring holds the air cleaner housing closed under vibration, keeping unfiltered air out of the engine and maintaining consistent engine protection during generator operation.
- Broad Generator Compatibility — fits EB-series and EM-series conventional generators as well as the EU3000 inverter generator, covering both portable and standby applications across Honda's generator lineup.
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda updates parts at production milestones, so check your unit's serial number against the fitment table to confirm this is the correct spring for your generator.
The air cleaner housing lid spring holds the cover of the air cleaner assembly firmly closed during operation. Without a functioning spring, the lid can work loose from engine vibration, allowing unfiltered air — carrying dust, debris, and particulates — to bypass the air filter element and enter the engine. On a generator running under load for extended periods, even minor air filtration gaps can accelerate internal wear. Replacing a weak or broken spring with a genuine Honda part restores the positive latch tension the housing was designed around, keeping the air intake sealed and the filter element properly in place.
Part Details
| Part Number | 17223-965-003 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Air Cleaner Housing Lid Spring |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Generator | EM3800, EM4000, EM5000, EM6500 | 1010426-9999999 |
| Generator | EB3800, EB4000, EB5000, EB6500 | 1017493-9999999 |
| Generator | EB2500, EB3000, EM2500, EM3000 | All |
| Inverter Generator | EU3000 | 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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