Engine Overheats - Honda BF8D Owner's Manual

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING
Possible Cause
Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped.
Carburetor malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition
malfunction, etc.

ENGINE OVERHEATS

Possible Cause
Water intake screens clogged.
Faulty thermostat or water pump.
104
Correction
Gap or replace spark plugs (p. 83).
Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine
dealer, or refer to the shop manual.
Correction
Clean water intake screens.
Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine
dealer, or refer to the shop manual.