Engine Oil Level Check - Honda BF8D Owner's Manual

(INSTALLATION)
The engine cover latch fastens the
engine cover to the outboard motor.
To remove the engine cover, unlatch
the engine cover latch, then lift the
engine cover off the outboard motor.
To install the engine cover, place the
cover on the outboard motor, then
latch the engine cover latch securely.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR

Engine Oil Level Check

Check the engine oil level with the
engine stopped and the outboard
motor in the vertical position.
1. Unlatch and remove the engine
cover.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it
clean.
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
UPPER
LIMIT
LOWER
LIMIT
3. Insert the dipstick all the way in,
then remove it and check the oil
level shown on the dipstick.
OIL FILLER CAP
If the oil level is low, remove the
4.
oil filler cap, and add oil to reach
the upper limit mark shown on the
dipstick. Use the oil recommended
on p. 78 .
Running the engine with a low oil
level can cause engine damage.
5. Install the oil filler cap and tighten
it securely.
6. Install and lock the engine cover.
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