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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Keep this Owner’s Manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time. This Owner’s Manual is considered a permanent part of the outboard motor and should remain with the outboard motor if resold.
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We want to help you get the best scheduled maintenance, keep in mind results from your new outboard motor that your Honda Marine dealer is and to operate it safely. This manual specially trained in servicing Honda contains information on how to do outboard motors.
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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 • Safety Messages – preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three are very important.
CONTENTS OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ........7 Manual Relief Valve ........33 TRL (Trolling) Control Switch IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....7 (standard or optionally SAFETY LABEL LOCATION ........ 9 applicable equipment) .........33 CONTROLS AND FEATURES ........13 Tilt Lock Lever ..........34 CONTROL AND FEATURE Engine Cover Latches ........34 IDENTIFICATION CODES .......
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CONTENTS OTHER FEATURES ..........42 Remote Control Overrev Limiter ........... 42 Side-Mount Control Type Portable Fuel Tank (standard or optionally (standard or optionally applicable equipment) ... 42 applicable equipment) .........57 Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob EMERGENCY STARTING ........60 (standard or optionally applicable equipment) ... 42 STOPPING THE ENGINE ........63 Fuel Priming Bulb ..........
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CONTENTS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ......79 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT ........81 ON BOAT ............109 MANUAL RELIEF VALVE ........83 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR REMOVED ENGINE COVER REMOVAL AND FROM BOAT ............109 INSTALLATION ..........83 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED Engine Oil Level Check ........
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CONTENTS TECHNICAL INFORMATION ......... 123 Serial Number Locations ........123 Battery ..............124 Emission Control System Information ....124 Star Label .............. 127 Specifications ............129 CONSUMER INFORMATION ........132 Dealer Locator Information ........132 Honda Publications ..........132 Customer Service Information ......133 Warranty Statements ..........
INFORMATION • It is the operator’s responsibility to • Always wear a PFD (Personal provide the necessary safeguards to The Honda BF60A/BFP60A Flotation Device) while on the protect people and property. outboard motors are designed for use boat.
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Refuel With Care Carbon Monoxide Hazard • Gasoline is extremely flammable, Exhaust contains poisonous carbon Running the engine of your and gasoline vapor can explode. monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas. outboard while in an enclosed or Refuel outdoors, in a Breathing carbon monoxide can partially enclosed area can cause well-ventilated area, with the...
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATION LRTA, XRTA and JRT Types READ OWNER’S MANUAL EMERGENCY ENGINE STARTING 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 Marine dealer for a replacement.
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY LHTC and LRTC Types READ OWNER’S MANUAL EMERGENCY ENGINE STARTING READ OWNER’S MANUAL * These labels come with the outboard motor. The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor.
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY PORTABLE FUEL TANK (standard or optionally applicable equipment) FUEL CAUTION...
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY LHTC and LRTC Types • Be careful not to spill any fuel while refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel is spilled, • Gasoline is harmful or fatal make sure that the area is if swallowed.
For the detailed equipment conditions of optional components, consult your Honda dealer. □ Destination: A=American, C=Canadian T=Power Trim/Tilt H=Tiller Handle R=Remote Control BF60A: L/J=20.5 in (521 mm) (Long Shaft) BFP60A: L=20.9 in (531 mm) (Long Shaft), X=25.9 in (658 mm) (Extra Long Shaft) J=JET Drive...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS LHT Type (tiller handle) ENGINE COVER FUEL HOSE ENGINE COVER LATCH (front) ENGINE COVER LATCH (rear) POWER TILT SWITCH IDLE PORT TILLER HANDLE COOLING SYSTEM TILT LOCK LEVER INDICATOR STERN FLUSH PORT BRACKET FRAME SERIAL CONNECTOR NUMBER...
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGINE HANGERS ACG FUSE MAIN FUSE NMEA INTERFACE COUPLER OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL SPARK PLUG CAPS ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FILLER CAP FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR (inside strainer cup)
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES GEARSHIFT LEVER TRL (Trolling) CONTROL INDICATORS SWITCH (Oil pressure, Overheat, Alternator, Malfunction) THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER THROTTLE GRIP FUEL HOSE EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP STOP SWITCH SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP IGNITION SWITCH KEY Store the spare emergency stop switch clip...
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES LRT and XRT Types (remote control) ENGINE COVER ENGINE COVER LATCH (rear) ENGINE COVER FUEL HOSE LATCH (front) POWER TILT SWITCH IDLE PORT TILT LOCK LEVER FRAME SERIAL COOLING SYSTEM NUMBER INDICATOR FLUSH PORT STERN CONNECTOR BRACKET ANODE ENGINE OIL (each side)
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGINE HANGERS ACG FUSE MAIN FUSE NMEA INTERFACE COUPLER OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL SPARK PLUG CAPS ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FILLER CAP FUEL FILTER/WATER SEPARATOR (inside strainer cup)
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• Jet driven Honda outboard engines are shipped without the lower gear case. • The jet drive unit must be assembled and attached to the outboard motor by an authorized Honda Marine dealer. • For assistance with the jet drive unit on your Honda outboard, contact the Jet drive manufacturer through an authorized Honda Marine dealer.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES Remote Control Box (standard or optionally applicable equipment) Side-Mount Control Type GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH INDICATORS (Oil pressure, Overheat, Alternator, Malfunction) BUZZER (inside) FAST IDLE LEVER IGNITION SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH...
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES Portable Fuel Tank (standard or optionally applicable equipment) Fuel Tank Hose Assembly (standard equipment) FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR FUEL GAUGE PORTABLE FUEL TANK (standard or optionally applicable equipment) VENT KNOB FUEL TANK HOSE ASSEMBLY (standard equipment) FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL HOSE JOINT FUEL PRIMING BULB (outboard motor side)
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES Trim Meter Rudder Meter (standard or optionally (standard or optionally applicable equipment) applicable equipment) Tachometer Trolling Control Switch Panel (standard or optionally (standard or optionally applicable equipment) applicable equipment) TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROLS Turning the ignition switch key to the Emergency Stop Switch Clip and START position operates the starter Emergency Stop Switch motor. The key automatically returns Tiller Handle to the ON position when released EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH from the START position.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES The emergency stop switch clip must Throttle Grip The throttle grip controls engine be inserted in the emergency stop speed. switch in order for the engine to start An index mark on the tiller arm and run. The emergency stop switch THROTTLE shows throttle position and is helpful lanyard must be attached securely to...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Throttle Friction Adjuster Gearshift Lever N (neutral) THROTTLE FRICTION R (reverse) SLOWEST ADJUSTER F (forward) GEARSHIFT HOLD LEVER SLOWEST RELEASE THROTTLE GRIP THROTTLE GRIP The throttle friction adjuster adjusts The gearshift lever is used to select F resistance to throttle grip rotation.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Steering Friction Adjuster GEARSHIFT LEVER STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER TO DECREASE TO INCREASE FRICTION FRICTION (FREE) (LOCK) You can chose which side of the tiller The steering friction adjuster adjusts handle to have the gearshift lever steering resistance. installed.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Remote Control Side-Mount Control Type Turning the ignition switch key to the START position operates the starter (standard or optionally For panel-mount or top-mount remote motor. The key automatically returns applicable equipment) control information, refer to the to the ON position when released instructions provided with the remote from the START position.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Emergency Stop Switch Clip and The emergency stop switch clip must A spare switch clip (optional Emergency Stop Switch be inserted in the emergency stop equipment) can be stored in the tool switch in order for the engine to start bag.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever N (NEUTRAL) GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE 32° 32° F (FORWARD) R (REVERSE) CONTROL LEVER SHIFT SHIFT MINIMUM MINIMUM THROTTLE OPENING THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM MAXIMUM NEUTRAL GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE RELEASE LEVER CONTROL LEVER The gearshift/throttle control lever Moving the control lever 32° from N A friction adjuster adjusts the controls engine speed and selects F (neutral) selects the gear, and further...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Fast Idle Lever N (neutral) MAXIMUM FAST IDLE LOWEST POSITION FAST IDLE LEVER Use the fast idle lever to accelerate The fast idle lever allows you to engine warm-up after starting the increase the idle speed only when the engine.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Common Controls Remote Control The power trim/tilt switch is located on the tiller handle or on the control (side-mount control) lever. It is a rocker switch with UP Power Trim/Tilt Switch and DN (down) positions for (tiller handle/control lever side) CONTROL LEVER changing the angle of the outboard Press UP to trim...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Power Tilt Switch (engine pan) The power trim/tilt switch located on the outboard (engine pan) is not limited by the tilt limit mechanism (optional equipment for remote control types) and will provide full range of movement. 60° 12°...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Manual Relief Valve TRL (Trolling) Control Switch Trolling Control Switch Panel (standard or optionally (standard or optionally applicable equipment) MANUAL RELIEF VALVE applicable equipment) POWER MANUAL (To hold) (To release) TROLLING RIGHT STERN BRACKET CONTROL SWITCH TROLLING CONTROL SWITCH The outboard motor can be tilted The Trolling Control Switch is a manually after opening the manual...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Tilt Lock Lever Engine Cover Latches The engine cover latches fasten the engine cover to the outboard motor. (front) TILT LOCK LEVER FREE ENGINE COVER LATCH LOCK UNLATCH LOCK The tilt lock lever is used to support (rear) the outboard motor in the fully-raised position.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Trim Tab The trim tab compensates for ‘‘torque steer,’’ which is a reaction of the BF60A models: outboard motor to propeller rotation. If uncompensated, torque steer would make the outboard motor tend to turn to one side.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES INSTRUMENTS Tachometer (standard or optionally applicable equipment) Trim Meter (standard or optionally applicable equipment) TACHOMETER TRIM METER The tachometer shows engine speed in revolutions per minute. The trim meter indicates the relative Refer to the tachometer when using trim angle of the outboard motor.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Rudder Meter Fuel Gauge (standard or optionally (standard or optionally applicable equipment) applicable equipment) FUEL GAUGE The rudder meter shows the boat’s travelling direction in accordance with the rudder angle. A fuel gauge is built into the fuel tank connector of the portable fuel tank (standard or optionally applicable equipment).
CONTROLS AND FEATURES INDICATORS Alternator (ACG) Indicator Display assy Tiller Handle The indicator lights come on and the ACG INDICATOR buzzer sounds when you turn the (RED) ignition switch ON, allowing you to see that they are working. If an indicator does not light during this (RED) test, it cannot alert you if that system...
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Malfunction Indicator Oil Pressure Indicator Display assy Tiller Handle Tiller Handle MALFUNCTION INDICATOR (GREEN) (RED) (RED) OIL PRESSURE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR INDICATOR When the engine control system detects an engine control system malfunction, the malfunction (internal buzzer) indicator turns on and the buzzer Remote Control (internal buzzer) sounds at one-second intervals.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Overheat Indicator Display assy Display assy Tiller Handle OIL PRESSURE OVERHEAT INDICATOR INDICATOR (RED) (RED) (RED) OVERHEAT INDICATOR When the alert triggers, the overheat When the oil pressure indicator is lit, indicator comes on and the buzzer oil pressure is OK.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Cooling System Indicator The cooling system indicator discharge port can also become COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR plugged. Water should flow from the cooling system indicator while the engine is running. This shows that water is circulating through the cooling system.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES OTHER FEATURES Portable Fuel Tank Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob (standard or optionally (standard or optionally applicable equipment) applicable equipment) Overrev Limiter VENT KNOB The engine is equipped with an OPEN overrev limiter to prevent the possibility of mechanical damage from excessive engine speed.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Fuel Priming Bulb NMEA Interface Coupler Operating Hour Notification System ® The NMEA2000 interface coupler This outboard motor engine counts can provide information regarding OUTLET END the number of operating hours since engine speed, fuel consumption, and (outboard motor side) the last periodic maintenance.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES Periodic maintenance is required <Operating hour notification timing> when either the operating hours or the time since last maintenance reaches the prescribed limit. Therefore, periodic maintenance may be Every 100 hours required based on the number of months since the last maintenance before the alert based on engine 80 hours...
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES NMEA2000-compatible display: When ‘‘Periodic Maintenance’’ is • Follow instructions for the display. indicated: • If the display allows selection of 1. Have the periodic maintenance notification to be preset, select performed without delay after ‘‘Notify’’ (or equivalent). returning to port.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES Anodes ANODE ANODE (stern bracket) (each side) The anodes are made of a sacrificial material that helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion. There are two anodes on the gear case, one on the stern bracket and four small anodes in the water passages of the engine block.
BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY TO GET Safety UNDERWAY? Always wear a PFD (Personal Failure to properly maintain this Flotation Device) while on the boat. Your safety is your responsibility. A outboard motor, or failing to little time spent in preparation will correct a problem before Attach the emergency stop switch significantly reduce your risk of...
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BEFORE OPERATION Safety Inspection excessively worn. The anodes help • Check that all fasteners are in place and securely tightened. protect the outboard motor from • Before each use, look around and corrosion. • Check the emergency stop switch underneath the engine for signs of for proper operation (p.
BEFORE OPERATION Tiller Handle Height/Angle Install the height adjustment block Adjustment (LHT type) so that the selected angle of the tiller handle is in this position. The tiller handle height and angle can 11.5 in be adjusted to three positions by (293 mm) changing the installation direction of the height adjustment block.
OPERATION SAFE OPERATING BREAK-IN PROCEDURE PRECAUTIONS Break-in period: 10 hours Exhaust contains poisonous To safely realize the full potential of carbon monoxide gas that can Proper break-in operation allows the this outboard motor, you need a build up to dangerous levels in moving parts to wear in smoothly for complete understanding of its closed areas.
OPERATION Next 60 minutes: PORTABLE FUEL TANK Place the portable fuel tank in a well-ventilated location, away from Run the engine up to a maximum of (standard or optionally direct sunlight, to reduce the 4,000 to 5,000 rpm, which is about applicable equipment) possibility of a gasoline vapor 50% to 80% of maximum throttle...
OPERATION FUEL HOSE CONNECTIONS FUEL HOSE (outboard motor side) Turn the portable fuel tank vent knob Gasoline is highly flammable and BARB counterclockwise to the open explosive. position. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. HOSE PLUG •...
OPERATION FUEL PRIMING Do not touch the priming bulb with FUEL TANK HOSE the engine running or when tilting up ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR If you are using a portable fuel tank, the outboard motor. The vapor turn the portable fuel tank vent knob separator could overflow.
OPERATION INFREQUENT OR STARTING THE ENGINE to the operator’s PFD (Personal Flotation Device). OCCASIONAL USE Control Page The engine will not start or run Tiller Handle ......54 If your outboard motor will be used unless the emergency stop switch Remote Control ......
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OPERATION N (neutral) START POSITION START POINTER GEARSHIFT LEVER THROTTLE GRIP IGNITION SWITCH KEY 3. Align the engine start symbol 5. Turn the ignition switch key to the 2. Check the position of the gearshift START position and hold it there ‘‘...
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OPERATION 6. Before getting underway, allow the engine to warm-up sufficiently to • Using the electric starter for more • If the engine is not properly ensure good performance. than 5 seconds at a time will warmed up before raising the overheat the starter motor and can engine speed, the buzzer and Above 41°F (5°C), warm-up the...
OPERATION During the warm-up period, check Remote Control The engine will not start or run the oil pressure indicator (p. 39), unless the emergency stop switch overheat indicator (p. 40), and clip is in the emergency stop Side-Mount Control Type cooling system indicator (p.
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OPERATION START N (neutral) START (LOWEST POSITION) CONTROL LEVER FAST IDLE LEVER IGNITION SWITCH KEY 3. Leave the fast idle lever in the 5. Turn the ignition switch key to the START (fully lowered) position. START position and hold it there until the engine starts.
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OPERATION • Using the electric starter for more • If the engine is not properly MAXIMUM FAST IDLE than 5 seconds at a time will warmed up before raising the overheat the starter motor and can engine speed, the buzzer and FAST IDLE RANGE damage it.
OPERATION During the warm-up period, check EMERGENCY STARTING (rear) the oil pressure indicator (p. 39), If the battery is discharged or the overheat indicator (p. 40), and starter motor is inoperative, you can cooling system indicator (p. 41). start the engine manually using the If the indicators show any emergency starter rope supplied with ENGINE...
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OPERATION 4. Set the controls the same as for 6 × 25 mm BOLTS normal starting (p. 54 – 56, ALTERNATOR COVER 57 – 60). Turn the ignition switch key to the ON position. KNOT Direction to pull EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE 6.
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OPERATION If necessary, rewind the rope and pull 7. If the fast idle control(s) was used 9. If it was necessary to remove the again. If the engine does not start to start the engine, return the emergency stop switch lanyard after several attempts, refer to control(s) to the normal operating from you to perform the emergency...
OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE Remote Control To stop the engine in an emergency, pull the emergency stop switch clip Side-Mount Control Type out of the emergency stop switch by Emergency Engine Stopping pulling the emergency stop switch (standard or optionally lanyard.
OPERATION Normal Engine Stopping Remote Control After cruising at full throttle, cool down the engine by idling for a few Side-Mount Control Type minutes before stopping the engine. Tiller Handle (standard or optionally applicable equipment) N (neutral) SLOW CONTROL THROTTLE GRIP LEVER N (neutral) 1.
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OPERATION Tiller Handle 2. Turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position to stop the engine. In the event that the engine does not stop when the ignition switch key is turned to the OFF position, pull the emergency stop switch clip out of the emergency stop switch by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard (p.
OPERATION GEARSHIFT AND To shift gears, turn the throttle grip to THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER the SLOW position; then move the THROTTLE OPERATION gearshift lever to select the F Tiller Handle (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) THROTTLE gears. GRIP The engine can be started with the HOLD gearshift lever in the N (neutral) position only.
OPERATION Remote Control To shift gears, move the control lever CONTROL LEVER to select the F (forward), N (neutral), FRICTION ADJUSTER or R (reverse) gear. Side-Mount Control Type CONTROL LEVER The control lever cannot be moved from the N (neutral) position unless TO DECREASE the neutral release lever is squeezed.
OPERATION STEERING Steering Friction Adjuster Remote Control FRICTION STEERING FRICTION Tiller Handle Steer the boat in the same manner as PLATE ADJUSTER an automobile. RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN To decrease To increase friction friction (FREE) (LOCK) Use the steering friction adjuster to Move the tiller Move the tiller help hold a steady course while...
OPERATION CRUISING If engine speed becomes unstable at It is necessary to trim the angle of the high speed due to activation of the outboard motor to compensate for Engine Speed overrev limiter, reduce speed and changes in boat load, weight check the trim angle of the outboard distribution, water conditions, or For best fuel economy, limit the...
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OPERATION Tiller Handle Remote Control OUTBOARD OUTBOARD MOTOR MOTOR TRIMMED TOO TRIMMED TOO Side-Mount Control Type HIGH POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH Press DN to trim or tilt the outboard OUTBOARD MOTOR motor down. Press UP to trim or TRIMMED CORRECTLY tilt the outboard Press UP to trim or motor up.
OPERATION The engine speed can be adjusted in Trolling Speed Control Trolling Control Switch Panel 50 RPM increments by pressing the (standard or optionally (standard or optionally UP or DN side of the TRL control applicable equipment) applicable equipment) switch. A short sound of the buzzer occurs each time the engine speed is adjusted.
OPERATION TRIM TAB Adjust the trim tab with the engine BF60A models: stopped. Remove the gear case If steering effort is not equal in both grommet (BFP60A models). Loosen directions, adjust the trim tab to the bolt above the trim tab, turn the compensate for ‘‘torque steer,’’...
OPERATION SHALLOW WATER OPERATION When operating in shallow water, use the power trim/tilt switch (p. 70) to tilt the outboard motor so that the propeller and gear case won’t hit the bottom. Proceed at low speed, and monitor 60° water flow from the cooling system 12°...
OPERATION MOORING, BEACHING , If more clearance is needed to swing TILT LOCK LEVER the tilt lock lever into the LOCK LAUNCHING (lock position) position, rock the outboard motor Before tilting up, leave the outboard forward slightly by pulling on the FREE motor in the running position for one engine cover grip.
OPERATION Check that nobody is under the MULTIPLE OUTBOARD outboard motor before opening the MOTORS MANUAL RELIEF VALVE manual relief valve. If the manual relief valve is loosened (turned On boats equipped with more than POWER MANUAL counterclockwise) when the outboard one outboard motor, all motors (To hold) (To release)
THE IMPORTANCE OF To help you properly care for your Remember that your authorized outboard motor, the following pages Honda Marine dealer knows your MAINTENANCE include a maintenance schedule, outboard motor best and is fully Proper maintenance is essential for routine inspection procedures, and equipped to maintain and repair it.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety Precautions • Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the • Make sure the engine is off before Some of the most important safety tools and skills required. you begin any maintenance or precautions follow.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE FLAT SCREWDRIVER SPARK PLUG WRENCH GRIP 10 mm BOX WRENCH EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE TOOL BAG OWNER’S MANUAL An emergency starter rope is FUSE PULLER HANDLE supplied. Keep the emergency starter rope on the boat, so it will always be available if you need it.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE table and service your outboard motor accordingly. Please note, a claim for warranty coverage will not be denied simply because the maintenance schedule for your outboard motor was not followed. However, any part(s) that fails specifically due to lack of maintenance, or improperly performed maintenance, would not be covered under the Distributor’s Limited Warranty (U.S.) / Distributor’s Warranty (CA.).
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) First month Every 6 Every year Every 2 years Perform at every indicated month or operating Refer Each use After use months or hour interval, whichever comes first. to page 20 hrs. 100 hrs.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT BF60A models: BFP60A models: The trim tab compensates for ‘‘torque LEFT steer,’’ which is a reaction of the GEAR CASE outboard motor to propeller rotation. GROMMET If uncompensated, torque steer would LEFT LEFT make the outboard motor tend to turn to one side.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR RIGHT BF60A models: BFP60A models: GEAR CASE GROMMET RIGHT RIGHT TRIM TAB TRIM TAB BOLT TRIM TAB TRIM TAB BOLT If less effort is required to make right turns, move the back of the trim tab right.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MANUAL RELIEF VALVE Check that nobody is under the outboard motor before opening the (rear) MANUAL RELIEF VALVE manual relief valve. If the manual relief valve is loosened (turned ENGINE counterclockwise) when the outboard COVER motor is tilted up, the outboard motor POWER MANUAL LATCH...
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Level Check OIL FILLER CAP • Running the engine with a low Check the engine oil level with the oil level can cause engine engine stopped and the outboard damage. motor in the vertical position. •...
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR When you check the oil level with the dipstick, you might notice the engine oil appears milky or the oil level has increased. If you notice either condition, change the engine oil. See the following table for an explanation of these conditions.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Change DRAIN BOLT TIGHTENING DRAIN BOLT TORQUE: SEALING WASHER An engine oil evacuation device may (Replace) 17 lbf·ft (23 N·m, 2.3 kgf·m) be used to remove the engine oil. GUIDE Drain the used oil while the engine is Improper disposal of engine oil can warm.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 4. With the outboard motor in a Engine Oil Recommendations vertical position, fill to the upper limit mark on the dipstick (p. 84) Oil is a major factor affecting with the recommended oil. performance and service life. Use Engine oil refill capacity: 4-stroke detergent oil.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Spark Plug Service 10 mm BOX WRENCH SPARK PLUG WRENCH RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS: New plug Plug needing LMAR6C-9 (NGK) replacement Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage. 1. Unlatch and remove the engine cover (p. 83). 2.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 7. After each spark plug seats, tighten SIDE ELECTRODE with a spark plug wrench, 10 mm box wrench and handle to compress 0.031 – 0.035 in the sealing washer. (0.8 – 0.9 mm) If reinstalling used spark plugs, tighten 1/8 –...
To prevent corrosion, apply anticorrosion oil to pivot surfaces where grease cannot penetrate. UPPER SWIVEL CASE PROPELLER SHAFT LOWER SWIVEL CASE Apply Honda Marine Corrosion Inhibitor (or equivalent) to all areas under the engine cover and any exposed metal surfaces except the belts.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR SHIFT LINK BRACKET/ SHIFT PIVOT/SHIFT TILT LOCK LEVER ARM/LINK PIN/PIVOT (each side) PLATE/SLIDE PIVOT/ CLICK SPRING ROLLER UPPER CYLINDER PIN/BUSHING LOWER CYLINDER BUSHING/COLLAR...
Wait to relieve through at least one complete tank of pressure. fuel within a 30 day period, we VENT KNOB recommend adding Honda Marine OPEN FUEL FILLER CAP Fuel Stabilizer each time you refuel. Portable Fuel Tank...
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Using the fuel tank mounted in SAFE FILL LEVEL the boat. Gasoline is highly flammable and Check the fuel level and refill if explosive. necessary. Do not fill the fuel tank above the UPPER LIMIT. Refer to You can be burned or seriously the boat manufacturer’s instructions.
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 If your outboard motor will be used operate on unleaded gasoline.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel Filter/Water Separator Inspection and Service Gasoline is highly flammable and The fuel filter is located near the explosive. engine cover latch on the boat side. You can be burned or seriously Water or sediment accumulation in injured when handling fuel.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL FILTER BRACKET FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSES ASSEMBLY FUEL CLAMPS FUEL FILTER HOSES (inside strainer cup) HOSE CLIPS SUSPENSION FUEL FILTER (commercially available) STRAP (inside strainer cup) SUSPENSION STRAP 3. Remove the suspension strap from 5. Disconnect the fuel tubes from the 2.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Align the center of the FILTER BODY two fuel hoses and the arrow of the suspension strap rib. O-RINGS (Replace) Touch the suspension strap to the lower face FUEL FILTER of the filter body. PROJECTIONS FLOAT (red ring) STRAINER CUP 6.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 11. Align the white paint on the fuel Portable Fuel Tank and Tank Fuel Tank hoses and the projections of the Filter Cleaning filter body. (standard or optionally Connect the fuel hoses to the fuel applicable equipment) filter securely with the hose clamps.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Fuel Tank Filter Anode Replacement 5 mm SCREWS (4) CONNECTOR GASKET FUEL TANK FILTER JOINT (Fuel Hose ANODE ANODE FUEL TANK Connector) (stern bracket) (each side) FILTER 1. Remove the four 5 mm screws The anodes are located on each side using a flat screwdriver, then of the gear case and on the stern Painting or coating the anodes will...
3. Install the propeller. protect your hands. 25 lbf·ft (35 N·m, 3.5 kgf·m) BFP60A models 4. Install the spacer (BF60A models Operating the outboard motor at 33 lbf·ft (44 N·m, 4.5 kgf·m) only) and plain washer. higher altitudes will reduce available Do not tighten the castle nut above power.
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Note that these wrenches are not included with the tool set that comes with the outboard motor. Contact MARINE GREASE your authorized Honda Marine dealer for additional tool information. SPACER (BF60A models only) PLAIN WASHER...
CLEANING AND FLUSHING Cleaning and Flushing Flushing With a Garden Hose (commercially available) Do not apply water or corrosion After each use in salt water or dirty inhibitor directly to the electrical water, thoroughly clean and rinse the components under the engine cover, outboard motor with fresh water.
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CLEANING AND FLUSHING FLUSH PORT FLUSH PORT GARDEN HOSE CONNECTOR CONNECTOR GARDEN HOSE JOINT (Commercially available) EXHAUST PORT 5. Screw the flush port connector onto 6. Turn on the fresh water supply and the garden hose. flush the outboard motor for at least 10 minutes.
Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate formulated for that purpose, or you 2. Add Honda Marine fuel stabilizer in storage. Old gasoline will cause can avoid fuel deterioration problems or equivalent following the...
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STORAGE Draining the Fuel System 1. Disconnect the fuel tank hose assembly connector from the fuel You can avoid fuel deterioration tank (p. 95). Gasoline is highly flammable and problems by draining the fuel tank explosive. 2. Remove the engine cover (p. 83). and vapor separator.
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STORAGE 5. Tilt the outboard motor up until 8. Check the drained gasoline for the 9. Secure the drain tube to the clamp gasoline flows out of the drain presence of water or along the high pressure fuel hose. tube. contamination.
STORAGE Engine Oil HOISTING THE OUTBOARD 4. After the outboard motor is placed in storage and disconnected from MOTOR 1. Change the engine oil (p. 86). the hoist, install the engine cover. HOIST HOOKS 2. Remove the spark plugs (p. 88), STORAGE PRECAUTIONS and remove the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency...
STORAGE Any other horizontal storage position PROTECTOR may cause damage to the outboard motor or oil leakage. Cover the outboard motor to keep out dust. Do not use a plastic sheet as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture, promoting rust and corrosion.
TRANSPORTING WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR Remote Control WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED ON BOAT REMOVED FROM BOAT Use an outboard motor support bar to prevent the outboard motor from When trailering a boat with the Secure the outboard motor in either moving while trailering the boat. outboard motor attached, always the vertical or horizontal position Refer to the manufacturer’s...
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 or control lever not in neutral position. Shift to neutral (p. 55 or p. 58). Throttle grip not in START position (tiller handle type).
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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction Out of fuel. Refuel (p. 92). Fuel vent closed (portable fuel tank – standard or Open fuel filler cap vent (p. 42). optionally applicable equipment). Fuel hose not primed. Squeeze priming bulb (p.
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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction Battery connections loose or corroded. Clean and tighten battery connections. Battery discharged. Recharge battery. Fuse(s) blown. Replace fuse(s) (p. 115). Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped. Gap or replace spark plugs (p. 88). Spark plugs wet with fuel (flooded engine).
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING Possible Cause Correction Throttle grip not in START position (tiller handle type). Turn throttle grip to START position (p. 55). Fast idle lever raised (remote control/side-mount type). Leave fast idle lever in the START position (p. 58). Fuel vent closed (portable fuel tank –...
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING Possible Cause Correction Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped. Gap or replace spark plugs (p. 88). Fuel system malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition Take outboard motor to an authorized Marine dealer, or refer malfunction, etc.
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS FUSES SPARE FUSES SPARE ACG Electric Starter Will Not (10 A, 15 A, 30 A) FUSE (40 A) Operate ACG FUSE (40 A) The 10A, 15A, and 30A fuses protect the electric starter relay and related circuits.
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS Fuse Replacement 5. Reconnect the battery. FUSE PULLER (supplied in the tool bag) Never use a fuse with a rating greater Disconnect the battery cable at the than specified. Serious damage to the battery negative (–) terminal before electrical system could result.
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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ACG Fuse 5. Install a new 40A fuse. SPARE ACG FUSE ACG FUSE RATING: 40 A (40 A) 6. Be sure the fuse case lid is securely locked. ACG FUSE CASE LID 7. Reinstall the engine cover. 8.
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR Remote Control If oil pressure becomes low, the oil pressure indicator will go off, and the GOES OFF AND ENGINE engine protection system limits SPEED IS LIMITED Side-Mount Control Type engine speed. If you are at cruising (standard or optionally speed, engine speed will decrease applicable equipment)
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS If the throttle is closed suddenly after OVERHEAT INDICATOR Remote Control full throttle operation, engine speed COMES ON AND ENGINE may drop below the specified idle SPEED IS LIMITED Side-Mount Control Type rpm, and that could activate the (standard or optionally engine protection system applicable equipment)
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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS If the engine overheats, the overheat If water is flowing from the cooling COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR indicator will come on, and the system indicator, continue idling for engine will stop in 20 seconds after 30 seconds. If the cooling system is the engine protection system limits OK, the overheat indicator should go engine speed.
If there is a Honda Marine dealership nearby, take the outboard motor to the If the engine was running when it dealer immediately. If you are far...
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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 8. Attempt to start the engine (be sure pump damage. the water level is at least 2 inches 9. As soon as possible, take the above the antiventilation plate). outboard motor to an authorized If you are changing the oil filter Marine dealer for inspection and while the outboard motor is out of service.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Locations FRAME SERIAL Record the frame serial number, the NUMBER 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.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION Battery Emission Control System Information • Be careful to avoid connecting the battery in reverse polarity, as this Source of Emissions The battery contains sulfuric acid will damage the battery-charging system in the outboard motor. (electrolyte), which is highly •...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION PGM-FI System The U.S., California Clean Air Tampering and Altering Acts, and Canadian The PGM-FI system uses sequential Environmental Protection Act multiport fuel injection. It has two Tampering is a violation of Federal subsystems: Engine Control, and Fuel and California law.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION Problems That May Affect Replacement Parts Maintenance Emissions The emission control systems on your Follow the maintenance schedule on Honda engine were designed, built, p. 79. Remember that this schedule is If you are aware of any of the and certified to conform with EPA, based on the assumption that your following symptoms, have your...
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.
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission One Star standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than conventional carbureted two-stroke engines. These engines are equivalent to Emission the U.S.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION Specifications MODEL BF60A Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ) SAE/FC-W 10W-30 Description code BBFJ Gear case: API standard (GL-4) SAE 90 Type Hypoid gear oil Overall length 33.5 in Oil capacity Engine: 2.7 US qt (2.6 L) 30.6 in (777 mm)
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION Specifications MODEL BFP60A Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ) SAE/FC-W 10W-30 Description BBFJ Gear case: API standard (GL-4) SAE 90 code Hypoid gear oil Type Oil capacity Engine: 2.7 US qt (2.6 L) Overall length 34.9 in (886 mm) 31.2 in (792 mm) without oil filter change Overall width...
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION BF60A/BFP60A Tune up – – Spark plug gap See page 89 0.031 0.035 in (0.8 0.9 mm) Idle speed 850 ± 50 rpm See shop manual Valve clearance Intake: 0.17 ± 0.02 mm See shop manual Exhaust: 0.28 ± 0.02 mm...
Shop manuals are available through Find a Dealer (optional equipment, oils, and your Honda Marine dealer or visit lubricants) to enhance your boating For Canada: http://marine.honda.com /Service & experience. Support and click on Shop Manuals...
CONSUMER INFORMATION Customer Service Information If you need to contact Honda • Your name, address and telephone regarding your experiences with your number (complete with area code) Contacting Honda Honda product or with your dealer, • Model and complete serial number please contact the Honda office in Your Owner’s Manual was written to •...
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CONSUMER INFORMATION To obtain warranty service you must Warranty Service Sometimes, in spite of the best take your Honda outboard motor, intentions of all concerned, a Please remember that recommended misunderstanding may occur. If you together with proof of original retail maintenance interval servicing is not aren’t satisfied with your dealer’s purchase date, at your expense, to a...
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. United States, Puerto Rico and U.S.
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However, if you should require further assistance, write or part that is proven to be defective in material or call the Honda Marine Customer Relations Department of workmanship under normal use during the applicable American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Please see Contacting warranty time period.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION Exclusions: • Reimbursement for towing charges, in and out of water This warranty does not extend to the following: charges, or technician travel time • Conditions caused by lack of routine maintenance or • Growth of marine organisms on motor surfaces, improper storage (as outlined in the Owner’s Manual) external or internal •...
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CONSUMER INFORMATION Accessories and Replacement Parts This warranty is limited to Honda Marine parts, accessories and apparel when distributed by American Honda Motor 4900 Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847. Co., Inc., Products Covered by Warranty: Length of Warranty: (from date of original retail purchase)
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This warranty gives you specific legal rights, Honda Marine authorized service facility or dealer in the and you may also have other rights, which vary from state United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S.
CONSUMER INFORMATION Your emission control system may include parts such as Emission Control System Warranty the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition Your new Honda outboard engine complies with both the system, catalytic converter, canisters, clamps, filters, fuel U.S. EPA and State of California emission regulations. caps, fuel lines, fuel tanks, valves, and vapor hoses.
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§ 2441(a)(13)* or their equivalent. If any emission-related You are responsible for presenting your outboard engine to a Honda Marine dealer as soon as a problem exists. The part on your engine is defective under warranty, the part warranty repairs will be completed in a reasonable amount will be repaired or replaced by American Honda Motor of time, not to exceed 30 days.
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American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is also liable for authorized Honda Marine dealer determines it causes the damages to other engine components caused by a failure failure of a warranted part, your warranty claim may be of any warranted part during the warranty period.
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American Honda Motor Co., neglect, improper maintenance, misuse, misfueling, Inc. to sell and service that Honda marine product during improper storage, and/or collision, the incorporation of, or its normal business hours. Claims for repair or adjustment...
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CONSUMER INFORMATION EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS: SYSTEMS COVERED PARTS DESCRIPTION: LENGTH OF WARRANTY: BY THIS WARRANTY: Portable fuel tank, Outboard internal fuel tank, Fuel cap, Fuel hoses, Primer Two years, no limit on hours of bulb, Fuel hose joint, Vapor separator, and Carbon canister, use;...
‘‘THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT relevant warranty period set forth below. If any defects COVER’’); and should be found in a Honda Marine product within the c) Any marine product on which required maintenance relevant warranty period, necessary repairs and...
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Honda Marine dealership. If you are unable to obtain or e) Normal maintenance services, including tightening of are dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive, first nuts, bolts and fittings and engine tune-up and the contact the owner of the dealership involved;...
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New genuine Honda replacement parts or accessories sold responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, to a consumer or installed by an authorized Honda Marine transportation or towing costs or any other indirect, dealer which are not covered by the DISTRIBUTORS...
INDEX Alternator (ACG) Indicator ...........38 Electric Starter Will Not Operate ........ 115 Anodes ................46 EMERGENCY Replacement ..............99 STARTER ROPE ............78 ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDERWAY? ....47 STARTING ............... 60 Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Battery .................124 Switch ...............
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INDEX Fast Idle Lever ...............30 INDICATORS ............... 38 Fuel INFREQUENT OR OCCASIONAL USE ....54 Filler Cap Vent Knob INSTRUMENTS ............36 (standard or optionally applicable equipment) ..42 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Filter/Water Separator Inspection and Service ..95 READY TO GO? ............47 Gauge Lubrication Points ............
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INDEX Oil Pressure Indicator ............39 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ......50 OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR GOES OFF AND SAFETY LABEL LOCATION ........9 ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED .......118 Serial Number Locations ..........123 Operating Hour Notification System ......44 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ....76 OPERATION ..............50 SHALLOW WATER OPERATION ......
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INDEX Tachometer (standard or optionally applicable equipment) ..36 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ...110 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........123 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE ....76 Throttle Friction Adjuster ............25 Grip ................24 Tiller Handle Height/Angle Adjustment ......49 Tilt Lock Lever ..............34 TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL ......78 TRANSPORTING ............109 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED ON BOAT ............109...
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