Pre-Operation Checks - Honda BF5A Owner's Manual

4. PRE-OPERATIION CHECKS
1. Check the engine oil level.
CAUTION:
Engine oil is a major factor affecting, engine performance and service
life. Nondetergent and low quality oils are not recommended, because
they have inadequate lubricating properties.
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 manufac-
turers requirements for Service
Classification SF CC/CD or SG.
Motor oils classified SF CC/CD or SG _
will show this designation on the -jo -20 -IO i lb
Z'O 3b
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container.
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.
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Position the outboard motor vertically, and remove the engine cover.
Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean rag.
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 low, fill to the upper
level mark.
Oil capacity: 0.55 P (0.58 U.S. qt.)
DIPSTICK
ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER
UNLOCK
UPPER LEVEL 0.55 P(O.58 U.S. qt.)
LOWER LEVEL 0.4 P (0.42 U.S. qt.)
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