Engine Oil Recommendations - TOHATSU BFT 200D Owner's Manual

6. Return the outboard motor to the
vertical position, and fill the
crankcase with the specified
amount (p. 91) of the
recommended oil.
Do not overfill. Overfilling the
engine will cause it to smoke or
have oil leaks.
7. Start the engine and check for leaks.
Running the engine without water
can cause serious engine damage.
If you are changing the oil filter
while the outboard motor is out of
the water, use commercially
available earmuffs and a hose to
supply water.
8. Stop the engine, and check the oil
level as described on page 89. If
necessary, add oil to bring the oil
level to the upper limit mark on the
dipstick.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR

Engine Oil Recommendations

Oil is a major factor affecting
performance and service life. Use
4-stroke detergent oil.
Use 4-stroke high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile
manufacturer's requirements for API
Service category SG, SH, SJ or SL.
Motor oils classified SG, SH, SJ or
SL will show this designation on the
container.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for
general use.
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
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