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Honda BF5A Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 BF5A Includes US and Canadian Models...
  • Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of We suggest you read the warranty a Honda outboard motor. We are policy to fully understand its certain you will be pleased with your coverage and your responsibilities of purchase of one of the finest ownership (see page outboard motors on the market.
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including: SAFETY Safety Labels on the outboard motor. Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of outboard motor safely is an important three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ........INDICATORS ............18 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....Oil Pressure Indicator ..........18 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ........ Cooling System Indicator ........18 OTHER FEATURES ..........18 CONTROLS AND FEATURES ........11 Rev Limiter ............
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OPERATION ..............25 TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ..... 25 ROPE ..............40 BREAK-IN PROCEDURE ........25 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ....... . 41 TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ..... . 25 ENGINE COVER REMOVAL AND PORTABLE FUEL TANK ........
  • Page 7 ............. 80 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE ....... . 64 CONSUMER INFORMATION ........81 TRANSPORTING ............65 Honda Publications ........... . 81 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED Customer Service Information ........81 ON BOAT ............. . 65 Warranty Statements ..........

  • Page 8: Outboard Motor Safety

    Attach the emergency stop switch INFORMATION lanyard securely to the operator. It is the operator’s responsibility to The Honda BF5A outboard motor is provide the necessary safeguards Always wear a PFD (Personal designed for use with boats that have to protect people and property.
  • Page 9 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Refuel With Care Carbon Monoxide Hazard Gasoline is extremely flammable, Exhaust contains poisonous carbon and gasoline vapor can explode. monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas. Refuel outdoors, in a well- Breathing carbon monoxide can ventilated area, with the engine cause loss of consciousness and may stopped.

  • Page 10: Safety Label Locations

    The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda Marine dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 11 The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda Marine dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 12 If any fuel is spilled, Gasoline is harmful or fatal make sure that the area is if swallowed. Keep the fuel dry before starting the Honda outboard motor is tank out of reach of engine. designed to give safe and children.

  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    Model Type Shaft Length Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications. BF5A is provided with the following types Shaft Length (Example) according to the shaft length.

  • Page 14: Component And Control Locations

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS GEARSHIFT LEVER CHOKE KNOB OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK SPARK PLUG STARTER GRIP EMERGENCY ENGINE COVER STOP SWITCH ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER TILLER THROTTLE GRIP HANDLE TILT LEVER THROTTLE FRICTION KNOB COOLING SYSTEM TRANSOM ANGLE EMERGENCY STOP INDICATOR ADJUSTING ROD...
  • Page 15 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Portable Fuel Tank FUEL GAUGE VENT KNOB PORTABLE FUEL TANK PRIMING BULB FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL HOSE (standard equipment) FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR (FEMALE)

  • Page 16: Controls

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROLS Choke Knob The emergency stop switch clip must be inserted in the emergency stop CHOKE KNOB Emergency Stop Switch Clip switch in order for the engine to start and Emergency Stop Switch and run. The emergency stop switch lanyard must be attached securely to the operator or to the operator’s PFD EMERGENCY...

  • Page 17: Throttle Grip

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Throttle Grip Throttle Friction Knob Gearshift Lever INDEX MARK R (reverse) N (neutral) F (forward) THROTTLE THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION KNOB GEARSHIFT LEVER The throttle grip controls engine The throttle friction knob adjusts The gearshift lever is used to select F speed.

  • Page 18: Starter Grip

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Starter Grip Engine Cover Lock Lever Transom Angle Adjusting Rod ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER The transom angle adjusting rod adjusts the transom angle of the outboard motor when fully lowered. Direction to pull UNLOCK STARTER GRIP Pulling the starter grip operates the The engine cover lock lever fastens recoil starter to crank the engine for the engine cover to the outboard...

  • Page 19: Steering Friction Bolt

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Steering Friction Bolt Tilt Lever INSTRUMENTS ENGINE COVER GRIP Fuel Gauge STEERING FRICTION BOLT TILT LEVER FUEL GAUGE The steering friction bolt adjusts The tilt lever enables the outboard A fuel gauge is built into the fuel steering resistance.

  • Page 20: Indicators

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES INDICATORS Cooling System Indicator OTHER FEATURES Oil Pressure Indicator Rev Limiter OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR The engine is equipped with a rev limiter to prevent the possibility of mechanical damage from excessive engine speed. The rev limiter may be activated during operation, limiting engine speed, if the outboard motor is tilted excessively, or when propeller...

  • Page 21: Anode

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Anode Portable Fuel Tank Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob VENT KNOB ANODE FUEL HOSE FUEL FILLER CAP (standard equipment) The anode is made of a sacrificial The portable fuel tank has a capacity The fuel filler cap is provided with a material that helps to protect the US gal ( L) and has a fuel vent knob to seal the portable fuel...

  • Page 22: Fuel Priming Bulb

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Fuel Priming Bulb OUTLET END (outboard motor side) PRIMING BULB INLET END (tank side) A priming bulb is built into the fuel hose that connects the fuel tank to the outboard motor. Before starting the engine, hold the priming bulb up in the direction of the arrow, then squeeze the priming bulb until it feels firm.

  • Page 23: Installation

    INSTALLATION INSTALLATION POSITION Correct and secure installation is essential for safe boating and good performance. Follow the installation CENTER LINE instructions provided in this manual. IDLE PORT POWER REQUIREMENTS Before installation, check to be sure that the outboard motor does not exceed the recommended maximum horsepower for the boat on which it Install the outboard motor on the...

  • Page 24: Attachment

    INSTALLATION ATTACHMENT TRANSOM ANGLE If the outboard motor is installed too ADJUSTMENT low, the boat will squat and be hard to plane, and the outboard motor will spray water that may enter the boat. It Use the transom angle adjustment rod will tend to porpoise, and high-speed ) to adjust the angle of the stability will be reduced.

  • Page 25: Before Operation

    Familiarize yourself with all laws Honda Marine dealer correct it, emergency stop switch. and regulations relating to boating before you operate the outboard and the use of outboard motors.
  • Page 26 BEFORE OPERATION Safety Inspection Check that all fasteners are in Make sure the tool kit and place and securely tightened. emergency starter rope are Look around the outboard motor onboard (p. ). Replace any for signs of oil or gasoline leaks. Check the emergency stop switch missing items.

  • Page 27: Operation

    OPERATION SAFE OPERATING BREAK-IN PROCEDURE The transom angle adjusting rod is PRECAUTIONS used to adjust the angle of the Proper break-in procedure allows the outboard motor in the normal To safely realize the full potential of moving parts to wear in smoothly for operating position (p.

  • Page 28: Portable Fuel Tank

    OPERATION PORTABLE FUEL TANK FUEL HOSE CONNECTIONS Secure the portable fuel tank in the boat so that it won’t move around and become damaged. Turn the portable fuel tank vent knob counterclockwise to the open position. Gasoline is highly FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR flammable and explosive.

  • Page 29: Fuel Priming

    OPERATION FUEL PRIMING INFREQUENT OR Connect the fuel hose to the tank and OCCASIONAL USE the outboard motor, as shown. Be sure both connectors snap securely If you are using a portable fuel tank, into place. Always disconnect the turn the portable fuel tank vent knob If your outboard motor will be used fuel hose when storing or counterclockwise to the open...

  • Page 30: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE The engine will not start or run unless the emergency stop switch clip is in the emergency stop N (neutral) EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP switch. EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH The emergency stop switch clip and emergency stop switch lanyard system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away from the controls while operating...
  • Page 31 OPERATION If the choke knob was pulled to CHOKE KNOB the ON position to start the engine, Direction to pull gradually push it to the OFF position as the engine warms up. Also, as the engine warms up, the throttle grip can be turned to the SLOW position without stalling.

  • Page 32: Emergency Starting

    OPERATION EMERGENCY STARTING 6 mm CAP NUTS EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE If the recoil starter is inoperative, you can start the engine manually using the emergency starter rope supplied with the tool kit. ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER 6 mm FLANGE BOLTS FLYWHEEL COVER Remove the two 6 mm cap nuts Pull the emergency starter rope...
  • Page 33 (p. Have your closest authorized Exposed moving parts can Honda Marine dealer check your cause injury. Install the engine cover (p. system and correct the problem, so and lock it in place by locking the you can use the recoil starter.

  • Page 34: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE Normal Engine Stopping EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH Emergency Engine Stopping EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD PUSH THROTTLE GRIP N (neutral) PULL After cruising at full throttle, cool EMERGENCY STOP down the engine by idling for a few SWITCH CLIP minutes before stopping the engine.

  • Page 35: Gearshifting And Throttle Operation

    OPERATION GEARSHIFTING AND To shift gears, turn the throttle grip to THROTTLE OPERATION the SLOW position; then move the gearshift lever to select the F (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gears. The engine can be started with the gearshift lever in the N (neutral) position only.

  • Page 36: Steering

    OPERATION STEERING STEERING FRICTION BOLT Steer by moving the tiller handle Use the steering friction bolt to help opposite the direction you want the hold a steady course while cruising. boat to turn. Turn the bolt clockwise to increase steering friction for holding a steady course.

  • Page 37: Cruising

    OPERATION CRUISING Transom Angle Engine Speed Install the outboard motor at the best Excessive transom angle during transom angle for stable cruising and operation can cause propeller For best fuel economy, limit the maximum power. ventilation, overheating, and water throttle opening to 80%. Use the pump damage.

  • Page 38: Shallow Water Operation

    OPERATION SHALLOW WATER To tilt the outboard motor, raise the OPERATION outboard motor to the 30° position by pulling on the engine cover grip. An excessive tilt angle during When operating in shallow water, tilt operation can cause propeller the outboard motor, using the tilt ventilation, overheating, and water lever, so the propeller and gear case Do not use the tiller handle as a...

  • Page 39: Mooring, Beaching, Launching

    OPERATION MOORING, BEACHING, TILT LEVER LAUNCHING ENGINE COVER GRIP Before tilting up, leave the outboard motor in the running position for one minute after stopping the engine to drain the water from inside the engine. Stop the engine and disconnect the fuel hose from the outboard motor before tilting the outboard motor.

  • Page 40: Servicing Your Outboard Motor

    Honda special tools are best handled by Genuine parts or their equivalents for professionals and are normally repair and replacement. performed by a Honda technician or Improperly maintaining other qualified mechanic. Maintenance, replacement, or this outboard motor or...

  • Page 41: Maintenance Safety

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the Some of the most important safety Make sure the engine is off before tools and skills required. precautions follow. However, we you begin any maintenance or cannot warn you of every repairs.

  • Page 42: Tool Kit And Emergency Starter Rope

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE FLAT SCREWDRIVER PLIERS 12 mm WRENCH TOOL BAG PHILIPS SCREWDRIVER SPARK PLUG SPARE EMERGENCY WRENCH STOP SWITCH CLIP SPARE SPARK PLUG 8 mm WRENCH EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE FLUSH KIT COTTER PINS The following tools are supplied with the outboard motor for simple maintenance procedures and...

  • Page 43: Maintenance Schedule

    Grease Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water. These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda Marine dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual for service procedures. For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.

  • Page 44: Servicing Your Outboard Motor

    Check Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water. These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda Marine dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual for service procedures. For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.

  • Page 45: Engine Cover Removal And Installation

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE COVER REMOVAL Engine Oil Level Check OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK AND INSTALLATION Check the engine oil level with the ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER engine stopped and the outboard motor in the vertical position. Unlock and remove the engine cover.

  • Page 46: Engine Oil Change

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Change An engine oil evacuation device may Improper disposal of engine oil be used to remove the engine oil. can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please Drain the used oil into a suitable dispose of the used oil properly.

  • Page 47: Engine Oil Recommendations

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Recommendations Gear Case Oil Level Check If Honda 10W-30 FC-W oil is not available, Honda recommends that Oil is a major factor affecting you use API service category SG, SH Check the gear case oil level with the performance and service life.

  • Page 48: Gear Case Oil Change

    If water or contaminated (milky- colored) oil flows out the drain hole when the screw is removed, have the outboard motor checked by an authorized Honda Marine dealer. Place a suitable container below the oil drain hole to catch the used oil, then remove the oil level screw and oil drain/fill screw.
  • Page 49 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR OIL LEVEL SCREW TORQUE: 4.8 lbf·ft (6.5 N·m, 0.66 kgf·m) Avoid losing more than 1 fl oz (30 cm ) while reinstalling the drain/ fill screw. OIL DRAIN SCREW TORQUE: 4.8 lbf·ft (6.5 N·m, 0.66 kgf·m) GEAR OIL BOTTLE Add oil through the oil drain hole until it flows out the oil level hole,...

  • Page 50: Lubrication Points

    SWIVEL CASE TILLER HANDLE PIVOT TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD TILT RELEASE LEVER CLAMP SCREWS AND REVERSE LOCK PROPELLER SHAFT Apply Honda Marine Corrosion Inhibitor (or equivalent) to all areas under the engine cover and any exposed metal surfaces.

  • Page 51: Spark Plug Service

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Spark Plug Service SIDE ELECTRODE RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS: New plug Plug needing 0.028 0.031 in replacement BPR5ES (NGK) (0.7 0.8 mm) W16EPR-U (DENSO) SEALING WASHER Incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. INSULATOR SPARK PLUG WRENCH Inspect the spark plug.

  • Page 52: Refueling

    30 day period, we VENT KNOB in the tool kit to compress the recommend adding Honda Marine sealing washer. Fuel Stabilizer each time you refuel. Portable Fuel Tank If reinstalling the used spark plug, tighten 1/8 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats.
  • Page 53 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFE FILL LEVEL Press down the pressure relief tab, and then turn the fuel filler cap 1/4 counterclockwise. Release the Gasoline is highly pressure relief tab. Wait to relieve flammable and explosive. pressure. You can be burned or FUEL FILLER CAP seriously injured when handling fuel.

  • Page 54: Fuel Recommendations

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Engine damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel Use unleaded gasoline with a pump with percentages of ethanol or octane rating of 86 or higher. methanol greater than shown above are not covered under warranty. Your outboard motor is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline.

  • Page 55: Fuel Filter Inspection And Replacement

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel Filter Inspection and Disconnect the fuel hose connector ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER Replacement from the outboard motor, and place commercially available hose The fuel filter is located under the clips on the fuel hoses on each side engine cover, on the right side of the of the filter to prevent fuel leakage engine.
  • Page 56 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL FILTER FUEL FILTER Securely connect the fuel hose ARROW (Fuel Flow Direction) connector to the outboard motor FUEL HOSE (refer to page Prime the engine using the priming bulb (p. ). Check for fuel leaks. Repair any fuel leaks if necessary.

  • Page 57: Portable Fuel Tank And Tank Filter Cleaning

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Portable Fuel Tank and Tank Fuel Tank Filter Cleaning Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. FUEL HOSE Stop the engine and keep (standard equipment) heat, sparks, and flame away.

  • Page 58: Recoil Starter Rope Inspection

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel Tank Filter Recoil Starter Rope Inspection Anode Replacement 5 mm SCREWS (4) CONNECTOR ANODE GASKET BOLT FUEL TANK The anode is located on the FILTER RECOIL STARTER ROPE antiventilation plate. It is made of a FUEL TANK FILTER JOINT sacrificial material that helps to (Fuel Hose Connector)

  • Page 59: Propeller And Shear Pin Replacement

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Propeller and Shear Pin Removal Remove the cotter pin, the Replacement propeller cap, and the propeller. PROPELLER CAP A shear pin is used to protect the Remove the broken shear pin and propeller and drive mechanism from replace it with a new one.
  • Page 60 Install the shear pin and the propeller, then install the propeller cap finger tight. Be sure to replace the cotter pin with a new one. Use a Honda Genuine stainless steel cotter pin or equivalent cotter pin and bend the pin ends as shown.

  • Page 61: Cleaning And Flushing

    Touch up any damaged paint, and Start the engine and run in N outboard motor in the running coat areas that may rust with Honda (neutral) for 10 minutes. position for one minute to drain Corrosion Inhibitor, or equivalent.
  • Page 62 CLEANING AND FLUSHING Flushing Without the Honda Tilt up the outboard motor and Water Hose Connector move the tilt lever to the TILT Running the engine without good position. It is necessary to run the engine water circulation can cause during the flushing procedure.

  • Page 63: Storage

    Please check with your servicing fuel deterioration. Fuel deterioration Add Honda Marine fuel stabilizer dealer f or local storage problems may occur in less than 15 following the instructions on the recommendations.
  • Page 64 CARBURETOR AIR GUIDE fresh gasoline and adding Honda DRAIN PORT You can be burned or Marine fuel stabilizer following seriously injured when the directions on the container.

  • Page 65: Engine Oil

    STORAGE Engine Oil STORAGE PRECAUTIONS To carry the outboard motor, hold it by the carrying handle, or hold by the Change the engine oil (p. Select a well-ventilated storage area. carrying handle and the lug beneath If possible, avoid storage areas with the engine cover lock lever, as shown.

  • Page 66: Removal From Storage

    STORAGE Cover the outboard motor to keep out dust. Do not use plastic sheet as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture, promoting rust and corrosion. REMOVAL FROM STORAGE Check your outboard motor as CASE PROTECTORS described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual.

  • Page 67: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR To carry, hold the outboard motor by INSTALLED ON BOAT REMOVED FROM BOAT the carrying handle, or hold by the carrying handle and the lug beneath When trailering a boat with the Remove the outboard motor from the the engine cover lock latch, as shown.

  • Page 68: Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction Clip not inserted in emergency stop switch. Insert clip in emergency stop switch. Gearshift lever not in neutral position. Shift to neutral (p. Choke OFF. Pull choke knob to ON position, unless engine is warm Throttle grip not in START position.
  • Page 69 Spark plug wet with fuel (flooded engine). Dry and reinstall spark plug. Start engine with choke and throttle open. Carburetor malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine malfunction, stuck valves, etc. dealer, or refer to the shop manual.

  • Page 70: Hard Starting Or Stalls After Starting

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING Possible Cause Correction Choke OFF. Pull choke knob to ON position, unless engine is warm Throttle grip not in START position. Turn throttle grip to START position (p. Fuel vent closed (portable fuel tank). Open fuel filler cap vent knob (p.

  • Page 71: Engine Overheats

    Correction Spark plug faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped. Gap or replace spark plug (p. Carburetor malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine malfunction, etc. dealer, or refer to the shop manual. ENGINE OVERHEATS Possible Cause Correction Water intakes clogged.

  • Page 72: Engine Will Not Drive The Propeller

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT DRIVE THE PROPELLER Possible Cause Correction Broken shear pin. Replace shear pin (p. Damaged gearshift mechanism. Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine dealer, or refer to the shop manual.

  • Page 73: Oil Pressure Indicator Goes Off And Engine Speed Is Limited

    30 seconds, and the engine will respond normally to throttle grip operation. If the engine protection system remains activated after 30 seconds, return to the nearest boat landing, and have the outboard motor inspected by an authorized Honda Marine dealer.

  • Page 74: Submerged Outboard Motor

    If there is a Honda Marine dealership nearby, take the outboard motor to the dealer immediately. If you are far from a dealer, proceed as follows: Remove the engine cover, and Remove the spark plug (p.
  • Page 75 Reinstall the spark plug, and put As soon as possible, take the the emergency stop switch clip outboard motor to an authorized into the emergency stop switch. Honda Marine dealer for inspection and service.

  • Page 76: Technical Information

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Locations Record the product identification number, the engine serial number, and the date of purchase in the space provided on this page. You will need these numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (p. PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER NUMBER...

  • Page 77: Carburetor Modification For High Altitude Operation

    If you usually operate your outboard motor at 2,000 ft (600 meters) or above, consult with your authorized Honda Marine dealer. Your dealer can determine the appropriate carburetor settings for the altitude at which you operate your...

  • Page 78: Emission Control System Information

    Carbon monoxide does to keep the emissions from your Removal or alteration of any part not react in the same way, but it is Honda engine within the emission of the intake, fuel, or exhaust toxic. standards. systems.
  • Page 79 The emission control systems on the part will not adversely affect If you are aware of any of the your Honda engine were designed, emission performance. The following symptoms, have your built, and certified to conform with...

  • Page 80: Star Label

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Star Label The Star Label means Cleaner Marine Engine US, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands This engine has been certified as a: A Star label was applied to this outboard motor in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board.
  • Page 81 TECHNICAL INFORMATION The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s One Star Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than Emission conventional carbureted two-stroke engines. These engines are equivalent to the U.S.

  • Page 82: Specifications

    Gear case: 0.11 US qt (0.10 L) CARB star label ULTRA LOW EMISSION Cooling system Water cooling with thermostat Underwater exhaust Exhaust system Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.

  • Page 83: Consumer Information

    Visit www.honda-marine.com and If you need to contact Honda outboard motor. click on PARTS & ACCESSORIES regarding your experiences with your to see the entire catalog of Honda product or with your dealer, Shop Manual accessories.
  • Page 84 Please include the following deterioration associated with using information in your communication: your Honda outboard motor. Your new Honda is covered by the Your name, address and telephone following warranties: Your warranty coverage will not be number (complete with area code) voided if you choose to perform your Distributor’s Limited Warranty...
  • Page 85 (such as spark plug(s), water pump, contact the owner of the dealership or etc.). their designated representative. As the owner of a Honda product, your servicing dealer may ask you to authorize an inspection. If the problem is covered under warranty, your dealer will perform any warranty repairs for you at no cost.

  • Page 86: Warranty Statements

    CONSUMER INFORMATION Warranty Statements The American Honda Distributor’s Limited Warranty applies to outboards purchased in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Honda Canada Distributor’s Warranty applies to outboards purchased in Canada. The product warranty is only valid in the country where the product was purchased.
  • Page 87 First, contact the owner of the Warranty: dealership involved; normally this should resolve the American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any problem. However, if you should require further part that is proven to be defective in material or...
  • Page 88 Parts affected or damaged by an abuse, submersion implied warranties: and/or collision American Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of Normal wear and tear time or use of the outboard, revenue, or the equipment in Fuel contamination and water entering engine through...
  • Page 89 CONSUMER INFORMATION Accessories and Replacement Parts This warranty is limited to Honda Marine parts, accessories and apparel when distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, California 90501-2746. Products Covered by Warranty: Length of Warranty: (from date of original retail purchase)
  • Page 90 CONSUMER INFORMATION To Obtain Warranty Service: how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow You must, at your expense, take the Honda Outboard the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential Motor product accessory or replacement part or the...

  • Page 91: Emission Control System Warranty

    Emission Control System Warranty outboard engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. Your new Honda outboard engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and State of California emission regulations. Your emission control system may include such parts as...
  • Page 92 American has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, Honda Motor Co., Inc. A list of warranty parts is on page or unapproved modifications. 92 . Normal maintenance items, such as spark plugs and...
  • Page 93 American Honda Motor Co., alteration of any part. Inc. to sell and service that Honda Marine product during This warranty does not cover replacement of expendable his normal business hours. Claims for repair or...
  • Page 94 CONSUMER INFORMATION EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS: SYSTEMS COVERED BY THIS PARTS DESCRIPTION WARRANTY: Fuel Metering Carburetor assembly, Throttle body, Fuel injector, Fuel pump, Fuel pressure regulator, Throttle position sensor, Intake air temperature sensor, Engine temperature sensor, Manifold absolute pressure sensor, Idle air control valve, Barometric pressure sensor, Fuel line solenoid valve, Intake manifold, Intake valves, and Oxygen sensor or Air fuel ratio sensor Evaporative...

  • Page 95: Distributor's Warranty

    Honda Canada Inc. and/or Honda Motor Co. Ltd., as an authorized Honda dealer which has been registered appropriate from the context. at the time of purchase on a form provided by Honda, which has had set-up and pre-delivery service HONDA WARRANTS THAT each new Honda marine...
  • Page 96 Any marine products modified, altered, disassembled expense, during normal service hours, to any authorized or remodelled; Honda Marine dealership. If you are unable to obtain or Normal maintenance services, including tightening of are dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive, nuts, bolts and fittings and engine tune-up and the first contact the owner of the dealership involved;...
  • Page 97 New genuine Honda replacement parts or accessories responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, sold to a consumer or installed by an authorized Honda transportation or towing costs or any other indirect, Marine dealer which are not covered by the...

  • Page 98: Index

    INDEX Anode ................19 EMERGENCY STARTING ......... . 30 Replacement .............. . 56 Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDERWAY? ....23 Stop Switch ..............14 ATTACHMENT ............22 Emission Control System Information ......
  • Page 99 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ........HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING ..............68 Portable Fuel Tank ........... 19, 26 Honda Publications ............81 Portable Fuel Tank and Tank Filter Cleaning ....55 POWER REQUIREMENTS ......... . 21 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....
  • Page 100 INDEX SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ......25 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS . 66 ..SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ........TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........74 Serial Number Locations ..........74 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE ....38 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ....
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