Honda BF4A Operation And Maintenance Ma page 89

5. Change the engine oil (see page
74). If there was water in the
engine crankcase, or if the used
engine oil showed signs of water
contamination, then a second
engine oil change should be
performed after running the engine
for 1/2 hour.
6. Pour a teaspoon (5 - 10 cm
engine oil into the spark plug hole,
then pull the starter grip several times
to lubricate the inside of the cylinder.
Reinstall the spark plug and engage
the emergency stop switch clip with
the emergency stop switch.
7. Attempt to start the engine.
Exposed moving parts can cause
injury. Use extreme care when
installing the engine cover. Do not
operate the outboard motor
without the engine cover.
• If the engine fails to start, remove
the spark plug, clean and dry the
electrode, then reinstall the spark
plug and attempt to start the engine
again.
• If the engine starts, and no
mechanical damage is evident,
continue to run the engine for 1/2
hour or longer (be sure the water
level is at least 100 mm (4 in)
above the antiventilation plate).
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8. As soon as possible, take the
outboard motor to a Honda
outboard motor dealer for
inspection and service.
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