The Multiquip 12310Z4M000 is a genuine OEM Head Cover Complete for the GX160UT2QMX2 engine, designed for use across GA2.5HR, GAC2.5HR, MVC88VTH, MVC88VTHW, MVB85H, and MVH158GH equipment. As a direct Multiquip OEM part, 12310Z4M000 is manufactured to the same specifications as the original component, ensuring a correct, problem-free installation. This part fits a range of Multiquip plate compactors and gasoline-powered generators sharing the GX160UT2QMX2 engine platform. When your head cover shows signs of cracking, oil seepage, or damage, replacing it promptly with the correct OEM part protects the engine from contamination and keeps your equipment running at full capacity.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Engine Integrity — Manufactured to Honda GX160UT2QMX2 engine tolerances, ensuring the sealing surfaces and fastener points match the original head cover exactly.
- Direct Drop-In Installation — Mounts to the same bolt pattern and gasket interface as the factory cover, requiring no modifications to the engine housing or hardware.
- Broad Multiquip Equipment Compatibility — Confirmed fitment for GA2.5HR, GAC2.5HR, MVC88VTH, MVC88VTHW, MVB85H, and MVH158GH models sharing the GX160UT2QMX2 engine.
- Engine Protection Where It Counts — A properly seated head cover keeps oil vapor, debris, and moisture out of the valve train, preventing accelerated wear and costly internal damage.
- Fuel System Safety Compliance — An intact, correctly fitted head cover maintains proper crankcase ventilation routing, supporting safe engine operation and emissions compliance on jobsite equipment.
The head cover, sometimes called the valve cover, encloses the top of the engine's cylinder head and protects the rocker arms, valve stems, and camshaft components from contamination. It also forms a sealed chamber that works with the crankcase breather system to manage oil vapor and maintain proper internal pressure within the engine. When the head cover cracks, warps, or its mating gasket fails, oil leaks onto hot engine surfaces, debris enters the valve train, and breather function is disrupted — all of which can lead to accelerated internal wear or engine failure if left unaddressed.
Part Details
| Part Number | 12310Z4M000 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Head Cover Complete GX160UT2QMX2 |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Gasoline Powered Generators | GA2.5HR |
| Plate Compactors | MVC88VTH |
| Plate Compactors | MVC88VTHW |
| Plate Compactors | MVH158GH |
| Gasoline Powered Generators | GAC2.5HR |
| Plate Compactors | MVB85H |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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