Honda BF5A Owner's Manual page 11

4.PRE-OPERATION CHECK
1. Check the engine oil level
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Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and sevice life.
Nondetergent and low quality oils are not recommended, because they
have inadequate lubricating properties.
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Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine
damage.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an equivalent
high detergent, premium quality motor
oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.
automobile manufacturer's requirements
for Service Classification SG, SF/CC, CD.
Motor oils classified SG, SF/CC, CD will _
show this designation on the container.
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 4O'C
SAE lOW/30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other
viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature
in your area is within the indicated range.
1. Position the outboard motor vertically, and remove the engine cover.
2. Remove the oil level dipstick and wipe with a clean rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstick, and check
the
oil level with the dipstick resting on
the filler opening (do not screw in).
If the oil level is down toward the lower level mark, fill to the upper level
mark.
Oil capacity:
0.55 0 (0.58 US qt ,0.48 Imp qt)
ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER
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UPPER LEVEL 0.55 Q (0.58 US qt, 0.48 Imp qt)
LOWER LEVEL 0.40 Q (0.42 US qt. 0.36 Imp qt)
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