The Honda 31630-ZE7-003 Charge Coil Assembly is a genuine OEM component designed for GXV160 vertical shaft engines. Sourced directly from Honda, this assembly is manufactured to the same specifications as the original unit installed at the factory, ensuring a direct, no-guesswork replacement. If your GXV160 is no longer keeping its battery charged or accessories powered, this is the part to restore that function. Confirm your engine's serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks on the GXV160 line.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Output Accuracy — Honda OEM construction means the coil windings, core geometry, and output characteristics match what the GXV160 was engineered around, not an approximation.
- Direct Replacement for GXV160 Engines — built specifically for GXV160 vertical shaft engines, this assembly installs in place of the original with no adaptation required on your part.
- Restored Charging Capacity — a failed or weak charge coil leaves batteries drained and accessories without power; this assembly brings charging output back to the level the engine was designed to deliver.
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda updates part supersessions at specific production breaks on the GXV160, so cross-check your engine serial number against the fitment table to confirm this is the correct assembly for your unit.
The charge coil assembly is a stator-mounted winding that generates AC current as the flywheel's magnets pass over it during engine operation. That current is then routed to a rectifier or regulator-rectifier, which converts it to DC voltage to charge the battery and supply any electrical accessories on the equipment. When the charge coil degrades — through heat cycling, vibration fatigue, or winding failure — output drops or disappears entirely, leaving the battery unable to maintain charge. Replacing the assembly with a correct OEM unit restores the generation side of the charging circuit and gets the electrical system working as intended.
Part Details
| Part Number | 31630-ZE7-003 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Charge Coil Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Shaft Engine | GXV160 | 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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