Engine Oil Level Check - HONDA marine BF115J Owner's Manual

Engine Oil Level Check

Check the engine oil level with the
engine stopped and the outboard
motor in the vertical position.
1. Unlock and remove the engine
cover (p. 97).
2. Remove the oil level dipstick by
pulling it. Wipe the oil level
dipstick 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.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
OIL FILLER CAP
4. If the oil level is near or below the
lower limit mark on the dipstick,
remove the oil filler cap, and add
oil to reach the upper limit mark
shown on the dipstick. Use the oil
recommended on p. 103.
• Running the engine with a low
oil level can cause engine
damage.
• Do not overfill. Overfilling the
engine will cause it to smoke or
have oil leaks.
5. Insert the dipstick all the way in.
Install the oil filler cap and tighten
it securely. Do not overtighten.
6. Install and lock the engine cover.
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