Fuel Filter Inspection And Replacement - Honda Outboard Motor BF5A Owner's Manual

SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
If spark knock or pinging occurs at a
steady engine speed, under normal
load, change brands of gasoline. If
spark knock or pinging persists, see
an authorized Honda marine dealer.
Running the engine with persistent
spark knock or pinging can cause
engine damage.
Running the engine with persistent
spark knock or pinging is misuse,
and the Distributor's Limited
Warranty (p. 82 ) does not cover
parts damaged by misuse.
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Fuel Filter Inspection and
Replacement
The fuel filter is located under the
engine cover, on the right side of the
engine.
Water or sediment accumulation in
the filter can cause loss of power or
hard starting. To prevent engine
malfunction, inspect the filter and
replace when necessary.
Gasoline is highly
flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or
seriously injured when
handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep
heat, sparks, and flame
away.
Handle fuel only
outdoors.
Wipe up spills
immediately.
ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER
UNLOCK
1. Unlock and remove the engine
cover for access to the fuel pump
filter.
2. Inspect the filter for water and/or
sediment accumulation.
If the filter is OK, reinstall it. If
water and/or sediment are present,
replace the filter as described in
the following steps. Always
replace the filter at the scheduled
replacement interval (p. 40 ).