The Honda 94601-17000 Piston Pin Clip (17MM) is a genuine OEM component designed for the EM5000 generator. As an original Honda part, it is manufactured to the exact tolerances required to retain the piston pin securely within the piston. Confirm your unit's serial number against the fitment table before ordering to ensure this is the correct clip for your specific production run.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Retention — produced by Honda to the precise dimensions needed to seat and hold the 17MM piston pin without play or drift
- Exact Replacement — installs directly in place of the original clip on the EM5000 generator engine, using the same seating groove geometry as the factory-fitted part
- Serial Number Check Recommended — Honda supersedes components at production breaks, so verify your generator's serial number against the fitment table to confirm part number 94601-17000 is correct for your unit
The piston pin clip is a small retaining clip that locks the piston pin in place inside the piston, preventing it from walking sideways into the cylinder wall during engine operation. Without a properly seated clip, the piston pin can shift laterally, scoring the cylinder bore and causing rapid, severe internal engine damage. Replacing a worn, deformed, or lost clip with the correct OEM part restores the secure connection between the connecting rod and piston, allowing the EM5000 generator engine to produce power reliably.
Part Details
| Part Number | 94601-17000 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Piston Pin Clip (17MM) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Generator | EM5000 | 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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