Part Location Diagram of 16561-Z0L-000 Honda Spring- Governor
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Spring- Governor 16561-Z0L-000

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Honda
ERP Number:
ERP9900029
Part Number:
16561-Z0L-000
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This governor spring regulates the engine speed in your lawn equipment. It works in conjunction with the governor mechanism to control the throttle and prevent the engine from over-revving or running at an excessively low speed. It is commonly found near the throttle assembly. Keep an eye out for signs of wear, damage, or stretching in the spring. If it appears weak, worn, or if you notice engine surging or difficulty maintaining a steady speed, it may indicate a broken governor spring. Before replacing the spring, ensure the engine has cooled down. Remove the wire and boot from the spark plug and turn off the fuel valve. To replace the governor spring, unhook both ends of the old spring while taking note of the connection points. Install the new spring by hooking one end onto the governor lever and the other end onto the control bracket assembly. Once securely attached, turn the fuel valve back on and reattach the spark plug wire and boot. This replacement part is sourced directly from its original equipment manufacturer.

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This part works with the following brands:
  • Honda
  • Toro
  • MTD
  • Jonsered
  • Cub Cadet
  • Craftsman
This part works with the following products:
  • Lawn Mower
  • Engine

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A branch caught on the spring, and off it flew - somewhere, and suddenly it slowed to idle.

Christopher from Mashpee, Massachusetts

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers
Parts Used:
16561-Z0L-000
I hooked the ends of the spring into the holes provided, and it started right up !!
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governor spring was weak

Alan from South Plainfield, New Jersey

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers
Parts Used:
16561-Z0L-000
removed old spring with needle-nose pliers and replaced with new spring
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Mower revving to high

Daniel from Racine, Wisconsin

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
New governor and spring put on and made adjustments to the governor to reduce the engine speed.
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Replaced governor spring

Erik from ZEPHYRHILLS, Florida

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers
Parts Used:
16561-Z0L-000
Replaced governor spring used needle nose pliers. Piece of cake to complete.
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Lawn mower throttle spring broke

James from Jasper, Tennessee

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Parts Used:
16561-Z0L-000
Installed spring
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Lawn Mower throttle control wouldn\'t old

Jeff from MARIETTA, Georgia

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Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
1. Loosened retaining screw.
2. Removed broken throttle control
3. Attached new throttle control.
4. Removed zip ties one at a time from existing cables
5. Removed broken throttle from cable pathway.
6. Replaced new throttle into existing cable pathway.
7. Replaced with new zip ties.
8. Replaced t hrottle attachment to choke
9. Started her up.
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Model Cross Reference

This part works with the following models:
ERP Number: ERP9900029
Manufacturer Part Number: 16561-Z0L-000
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