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Recommended oil
Use Honda 4-stroke oil or an
equivalent 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
Inspection and Refilling
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
UPPER LEVEL MARK
LOWER LEVEL MARK
Check the engine oil level with the
engine stopped and the outboard
motor in the vertical position.
1. Unlock and remove the engine
cover (see page 58).
2. Remove the oil level dipstick by
pulling it. Wipe the oil level
dipstick clean.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way in,
then remove it and check the oil
level shown on the dipstick.
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
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 level mark shown on the
dipstick. Use the oil
recommended on p. 61.
5. Insert the dipstick all the way in.
Install the oil filler cap and
tighten it securely. Do not
overtighten.
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