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  • Page 1: Outboard Motor

    BF8A Outboard Motor Owner's Manual ©1997 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever. No part of this publica-...
  • Page 3 When your outboard motor needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing Honda outboard motors. Your Honda servicing dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns. Best Wishes,...
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this outboard motor safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS MOTOR SAFETY ..............OUTBOARD ..........IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Operator Responsibility ..............Refuel With Care ................Carbon Monoxide’ Hazard ..............SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS .............. & FEATURES ..............CONTROLS & CONTROL LOCATIONS .......... COMPONENT CONTROLS ..................Engine Stop Switch ................Choke Knob ..................Grip ..................
  • Page 6 THE ENGINE..............Engine Stopping ............Emergency Normal Engine Stopping ..............................GEAR SHIFTING STEERING ................... CRUISING................... TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR ..........MOTOR ........ SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD .......... THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE.. SAFETY ..............MAINTENANCE Safety Precautions................
  • Page 7 CONTENTS SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR (continued) TOOL KIT AND SPARE PARTS ........................MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REFUELING..................FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS .............. COOLING SYSTEM CLEANING AND FLUSHING......Cleaning and Flushing With the Flush Kit........Cleaning and Flushing Without the Flush Kit........
  • Page 8 CONSUMER INFORMATION ................Honda Publications ............Warranty Service Information INDEX ..................... . . 78 .

  • Page 9: Outboard Motor Safety

    OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Honda BF8A outboard motor is designed for use with boats that have a suitable manufacturer’s power recommendation, and other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the outboard motor and other property.

  • Page 10: Refuel With Care

    OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Refuel With Care Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel outdoors, in a well-ventilaed area, with the engine stopped. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. Remove any portable fuel tank from the boat for refueling. Keep the portable fuel tank away from the battery or other potential spark sources.

  • Page 11: Safety Label Locations

    These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor. If a label comes’off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer for a replacement. I DO NOT OPERATE WITH ENGINE COVER REMOVED. I BE SURE THE ANTIVENTILATION PUTE...

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    CONTROLS & FEATURES COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS STARTER GRIP CHOKE KNOB EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH TILLER HANDLE,\\ ‘ENGlNE ‘OVER ENGINE COVER FUEL HOSE CqNNECTOR ---.---.a.. I fICK I FVFR (MALE) WATER CHECK TUBE GEAR OIL LEVEL PLUG ANODE GEAR OIL DRAIN PLUG. WATER INTAKE SCREEN FUEL GAUGE VENT KNOB...
  • Page 13 CONTROLS & FEATURES DC RECEPTACLE GEARSHIFT LEVER PARE SHEAR PINS OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK ND COlTER PINS r&L-Y-P STOP SWITCH THROTTLE RICTION KNOB HROlTLE GRIP EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP EMERGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH LANYARD ENGINE OIL DRA6PLUG CLAMP SCREW STERN BRACKET ‘TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD ANTIC AVITATION EXHAUST...

  • Page 14: Controls

    CONTROLS & FEATURES CONTROLS Engine Stop Switch NE STOP BUITON The engine stop switch has controls for normal engine stopping emergency engine stopping. In normal operation, press the en- gine stop button to stop the engine. A clip and lanyard system stops the engine automatically if the operator CLIP...

  • Page 15: Throttle Grip

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Throttle Grip The throttle grip controls engine INDEX MARK speed. An index. mark on the tiller arm indicates throttle position. The gearshift mechanism limits throttle grip movement when the gearshift lever (p. 14) is in the R (reverse) or N (neutral) position.

  • Page 16: Gearshift Lever

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Gearshift Lever The gearshift lever is used to select F (forward), N (neutral), or R (re- verse) gears. The engine can be started with the gearshift lever in the N (neutral) position only. If the gearshift lever is in the F (forward) or R (reverse) position,...

  • Page 17: Steering Friction Bolt

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Steering Friction Bolt The steering friction bolt adjusts STEERING FRICTION BOLT steering resistance. TODECREASE @f&q Turn the bolt clockwise to increase friction for holding a steady course TO INCREASE while cruising or to prevent the out- ‘““-‘ION board motor from swinging while trailering the boat.

  • Page 18: Transom Angle Adjusting Rod

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Transom Angle Adjusting Rod The transom angle adjusting rod is used to adjust the angle of the out- board motor in the normal operating position (see page 21). To adjust, first tilt the outboard mo- tor, so it is not resting on the rod. TRANSGM ANGLE Push the rod in, and turn the end of ADJUSTING ROD...

  • Page 19: Fuel Priming Bulb

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Fuel Priming Bulb A priming bulb is built into the fuel hose that connects the portable fuel tank to the outboard motor. PRIMING BULB Before operating the outboard mo- tor, squeeze the priming bulb until it feels firm. This will ensure that fuel is supplied to the engine (see page 27).

  • Page 20: Anode

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Anode The anode is a sacrificial material which helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion. NODE...

  • Page 21: Installation

    INSTALLATION It is your responsibility to choose a boat suitable for the outboard motor. Install at the stern, at the center line of the boat. INSTALLATION HEIGHT For proper propeller depth and en- gine cooling, the boat and outboard motor transom height must match. Three outboard motor transom...

  • Page 22: Outboard Motor Attachment

    INSTALLATION OUTBOARD MOTOR ATTACHMENT Attach the stern bracket to the tran- som and tighten the clamp screws. Before operating the boat, check the tightness of the clamp screws. Tie a rope through the hole in the stern bracket and secure the other end of the rope to the boat.

  • Page 23: Motor Angle Adjustment

    INSTALLATION MOTOR ANGLE ADJUSTMENT If the propeller shaft is not parallel with the water surface, adjust by changing the transom angle adjust- ing rod position. There are four adjusting stages. Push in (A) the adjusting rod, TRANSOM ANGLE twist upwards (B) and pull out to ADJUSTING ROD remove.

  • Page 24: Battery Connections

    BA-ITERY CONNECTIONS Honda BFBA outboard motor produce a 12-volt, Sampere battery-chaging current and are equipped for connection to a 12-volt battery. The battery- charging circuit is protected by a 5-ampere fuse located in the engine compartment. The outboard motor’s 12-volt output is intended for battery charging only.

  • Page 25: Battery Installation

    INSTALLATION The receptacle is provided with a rubber cap, which should be attached when the plug is removed, in order to keep the receptacle clean and dry. To prepare the outboard motor for connection to a battery, pull the DC RECEPTACLE plug out of its rubber boot, route suitable electrical wires through the boot, and screw theni to the plug...

  • Page 26: Connections To The Battery

    INSTALLATION Connections to the Battery Connect the positive (+) battery cable to the positive (+) battery terminal, then connect the negative (-) battery cable to the negative (-) battery terminal. The negative (-) battery cable should always be removed from the battery when connecting or disconnecting the positive (+) battery cable, so tools...

  • Page 27: Before Operation

    BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDERWAY? Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury. Knowledge Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them.

  • Page 28: Safety Inspection

    BEFORE OPERATION Safety Inspection Look around for signs of oil or gasoline leaks. Make sure the fuel tank is in good condition and properly secured in the boat (see page 27). Check that the fuel hose is undamaged and properly connected (see page 28). Wipe up any spills before starting the engine.

  • Page 29: Operation

    OPERATION SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS To safely realize the full potential of this outboard motor, you need a complete understanding of its operation and a certain amount of practice with its controls. Before operating the outboard motor for the first time, please review the IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...

  • Page 30: Fuel Hose Connections

    OPERATION To ensure that the outboard motor VENT KNOB will be able to draw fuel from the tank, place the tank within 6 feet of the outboard motor and not more FUEL than 3 feet below the fuel connector TANK on the outboard motor.

  • Page 31: Starting The Engine

    OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Put the emergency engine stop switch clip in the engine stop switch, and attach the lanyard to your wrist. The engine will not start or run, unless the clip is in the switch. The emergency engine stop switch clip and lanyard system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away from the controls while operating the boat.
  • Page 32 OPERATION 3. Align the throttle grip START position with the mark on the tiller handle. THROTTLE GRIP 4. To start a cold engine, pull out the choke knob. To restart a warm engine, leave the choke knob pushed in. KNOB 5.
  • Page 33 OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT If the oil level is OK, but the light stays off while the engine is running, take the motor to an authorized Honda marine dealer immediately.
  • Page 34 OPERATION 7. After starting, be sure water is flowing out of the water check tube. If water does not flow out, or if steam comes out, stop the engine. check to see if the screen in the cooling water inlet is obstructed. Do not operate the engine until the problem has been corrected.

  • Page 35: Emergency Starting

    EMERGENCY STARTING If the recoil starter is not working properly, the engine can be started with the spare starter rope in the tool kit. 1. Remove the engine cover. 2. Remove the recoil starter by removing the three 6 mm bolts. 3.

  • Page 36: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE ’ Emergency Engine Stopping Disengage the emergency engine stop switch clip from the engine stop switch by pulling the lanyard. It is a good idea to stop the engine with the emergency engine stop switch lanyard from time to time to be sure that the switch is operating properly. RGENCY ENGINE STOP SWITCH CLIP Normal Engine Stopping...

  • Page 37: Gear Shifting

    OPERATION GEAR SHIFTING Put the tilt lever in the RUN position to prevent the outboard motor from tilting up when operating in reverse (refer to page 38). The gearshift lever has 3 positions : FORWARD, NEUTRAL, and REVERSE. An indicator at the base of the gearshift lever aligns with letters F, N, or R on the engine case to show the gear that has been selected.

  • Page 38: Steering

    OPERATION STEERING To turn to the right, swing the tiller handle to the left. To turn to the left, swing, the tiller handle to the right. Boats equipped with a remove control steering wheel are controlled in the same way as a car. RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN Swing the tiller handle to the left.

  • Page 39: Cruising

    OPERATION CRUISING With the gearshift lever in the for- ward position F, turn the throttle grip toward FAST to increase speed. For normal cruising, open the throttle about 314. To hold the throttle at a steady set- ting, turn the throttle friction knob clockwise.

  • Page 40: Tilting The Outboard Motor

    OPERATION TILTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR Tilt the motor prevent the propeller and gear case from hitting bottom when the boat is beached or stopped in shallow water. 1. Stop the engine and put the gearshift lever into NEUTRAL. 2. Pull the tilt lever toward you, set the lever in the TILT position, and raise the engine to either the 30”, 45”...
  • Page 41 OPERATION [ NOTICE ( To avoid damaging the motor, be very careful when mooring a boat, especially when its motor is tilted up. Don’t allow the motor to strike against the pier or other boats.

  • Page 42: Servicing Your Honda Outboard Motor

    Remember that your authorized Honda marine dealer knows your outboard motor best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Safety

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in pet-forming mainte- nance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.

  • Page 44: Tool Kit And Spare Parts

    SERVICING YOUR HONDAOUTBOARD MOTOR TOOL KIT AND SPARE PARTS The following tools and spare parts are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance, adjustment, and emergency repairs. Spare shear pins and cotter pins are located on the stern bracket. COlTER PINS SHEAR PINS Tool Kit FLAT SCREWDRIVER...

  • Page 45: Maintenance Schedule

    Emission-related items. NOTE: (1) Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water. (2) These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda marine dealer, unless the owner has the propertools and is mechanically proficient. See the Honda Shop Manual. (3) For professional...

  • Page 46: Refueling

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR REFUELING Fuel tank capacity 3.2 US gal (12.0 1, 2.6 Imp gal) EL GAUGE Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank to the SAFE FILL LEVER mark if necessary Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.

  • Page 47: Fuel Recommendations

    If spark knock or pinging persists, see an authorized Honda marine dealer. Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage. Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is misuse, and the Distributor’s...

  • Page 48: Cooling System Cleaning And Flushing

    Cleaning and Flushing With the Flush Kit 1. Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean, fresh water. 2. Flush the cooling system, using the Honda flush kit (optional). a. Attach a hose from a fresh water faucet to the water hose connector of the flush kit.

  • Page 49: Cleaning And Flushing Without The Flush Kit

    SERVICING YOUR HONDAOUTBOARD MOTOR Cleaning and Flushing Without the Flush Kit 1. Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean, fresh water. 2. Remove the propeller. 3. Stand the motor in a suitable container of water. The water level must be at least 2 inches above the anticavitation plate.

  • Page 50: Engine Oil Level'check

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the outboard motor in a vertical position. 1. Move the engine cover lock lever down to unlock the cover, and remove the cover.

  • Page 51: Engine Oil Change

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely. Move the engine cover lock lever (p. 48) down to unlock the cover, and remove the cover.

  • Page 52: Engine Oil Recommendations

    TEMP AMBIENT TEMPERATURE The SAE oil viscosity and service classification are in the API label on the oil container. Honda recommends that you use API SERVICE category SF or SG oil.

  • Page 53: Gear Oil Level Check

    If there is water in the oil, the water will flow out first when the drain plug is removed, or the oil will be a milky color. If water is detected in the oil, the outboard motor should be inspected by an authorized Honda Outboard Motor dealer. LEVEL PLUG DRAIN PLUG...

  • Page 54: Gear Oil Change

    SERVICING YOUR HONDAOUTBOARD MOTOR GEAR OIL CHANGE Recommended oil : Marine SAESO hypoid gear oil API Service Classification (GL-4 or GL-5) Oil Capacity : 0.24US qt (0.23 4?, 0.20 Imp qt) Remove the level plug and drain plug and allow the gear oil to thoroughly drain into a suitable container.

  • Page 55: Lubrication

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR LUBRICATION Apply marine anticorrosion grease to the following areas: THROTTLE CABLE AND PIVOT CLAMP SCREWS SHIFT SHAFT AND PIVOT SWIVEL CASE HANDLE PIVOT TILT LINKAGE PROPELLER SHAFT Apply anticorrosion oil to pivot surfaces where grease cannot penetrate.

  • Page 56: Spark Plug Service

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark plug: DFMHS (NGK), XlGFSR-U (DENSO) 1. Remove the engine cover. 2. Remove the spark plug caps. 3. Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plugs, 4.

  • Page 57: Fuel Filter Replacement

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR 6. Check that the spark plug washers are in good condition, and thread the spark plugs in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 7. After the spark plugs are seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washers.
  • Page 58 SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR Disconnect the fuel tank line from the motor. Remove the engine cover, and remove the fuel filter. Before removing the filter, place clamps on the fuel tubes on each side of the filter to prevent fuel leakage.

  • Page 59: Recoil Starter Rope Inspection

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR RECOIL STARTER ROPE INSPECTION Inspect the recoil starter rope, and replace it if it becomes frayed. Always keep the tool kit’s emer- gency starter rope onboard in case the recoil starter rope fails. ANODE REPLACEMENT...

  • Page 60: Shear Pin Replacement

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT Ashearpin is used to protect the propellerand drive mechanism from damage when the propeller strikes an obstruction. 1. Remove the cotter pin, the propeller cap, and the propeller. 2. Remove the broken shear pin and replace it with a new one.

  • Page 61: Engine Cover Lock Adjustment

    SERVICING YOUR HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE COVER LOCK ADJUSTMENT The engine cover should fit tightly to keep the engine compartment dry. If adjustment is needed, reposition the lock hook. Remove the engine cover, and loosen the lock hook bolt with a 10 mm wrench.

  • Page 62: Helpful Tips & Suggestions

    HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS STORING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Storage Preparation Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your pump troublefree and looking good. The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your outboard motor’s function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use the outboard motor again.
  • Page 63 HELPFUL TIPS & SUGGESTIONS 1. Disconnect the fuel hose from the outboard motor. 2. With the outboard motor in a vertical position, place an approved gasoline container below the fuel drain outlet, and use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel. Loosen the drain screw to drain fuel from the carburetor.

  • Page 64: Storage Precautions

    HELPFUL TIPS 81 SUGGESTIONS Storage Precautions Select a well-ventilated storage area. If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity. If your portable fuel tank contains gasoline, store it away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated.

  • Page 65: Removal From Storage

    HELPFUL TIPS 81 SUGGESTIONS Removal From Storage Check your outboard motor as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual. If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine may smoke briefly at startup. This is normal. TRANSPORTING When trailering a boat with the outboard motor attached, leave the engine in the normal running position, if possible, and tighten the steering friction bolt...

  • Page 66: Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START 1. Is the emergency stop switch clip in place? 2. Is the gearshift lever in neutral? 3. Is there fuel in the fuel tank? 4. Is the fuel cap vent knob turned to open? 5.

  • Page 67: Battery Does Not Charge

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS BATTERY DOES NOT CHARGE The battery-charging circuit is protected by a 5ampere fuse. If the fuse burns out, running the engine will not charge the battery. Fuse Replacement 1. With the engine stopped, remove the engine cover. 2.

  • Page 68: Submerged Motor

    A submerged motor must be serviced immediately after it is recovered from the water in order to minimize corrosion. If there is a Honda marine dealership nearby, take the motor immediately the dealer. If you are far from a dealership, proceed as follows: Remove the engine cover, and rinse the motor with fresh water to remove salt water, sand, mud, etc.
  • Page 69 If the engine statrs, and no mechanical damage is evident, continue to run the engine for l/2 hour or longer (be sure the water level is at least 2 inches above the anticavitation plate). 7. As soon as possible, take the motor to a Honda marine dealer for inspection and service.

  • Page 70: Technical & Consumer Information

    TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Locations ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER Record the engine and frame serial numbers in the space below. You will need these serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical waranty inquiries (see page 77). Engine serial number: Frame serial number:...

  • Page 71: Carburetor Modification For High Altitude Operation

    If you always operate your engine at altitudes above 5,000 feet (1,500 meters), have an authorized Honda marine dealer perform this carbu- retor modification. Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will decrease about 3.5 % for each l,OOO-foot (300-meter)

  • Page 72: Oxygenated Fuels

    TECHNICAL 81 CONSUMER INFORMATION Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions.

  • Page 73: Emission Control System Information

    The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emission standards. Tampering and Altering Tampering with or altering the emission control system may increase emis- sions beyond the legal limit.
  • Page 74 Afterburning (backfiring). Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption. Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your Honda engine were designed, built, and certified to conform with EPA emission regulations. We recommend the use of genuine Honda parts whenever you have maintenance done.

  • Page 75: Specifications

    [ Forward-Neutral Reverse (dog type) Gear change 77.2 Ibs. (35.0 1 Dry weight S Model 79.4 Ibs. (36.0 kg) L Model 81.6 Ibs. (37.0 kg) X Model Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
  • Page 76 TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION Tuneup See page 54. 0.024-0.028 in (0.60-0.70 mm) Spark plug gap See shop manual. Idle speed 1,100 f 50 rpm Valve clearance Intake: 0.12 f 0.02 mm See shop manual. (cold) Exhaust: 0.15 f 0.02 mm No other adjustments needed.

  • Page 77: Wiring Diagrams

    TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION WIRING DIAGRAMS...

  • Page 78: Consumer Information

    These publications will give you additional information for maintaining repairing your engine. You may order them from your Honda marine dealer. Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures. It is intended to be used by a skilled technician.

  • Page 79: Warranty Service Information

    Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s manage- ment, contact the Honda Marine Customer Relations Office. You can write: Inc. American Honda Motor Co., Marine Division Customer Relations Off ice...
  • Page 80 Your owner's manual was written to cover most of the questions you might ask about your Honda. Any questions not answered in the owner's manual can be answered by your Honda dealer. If your dealer doesn't have an immediate answer, they should be able to get it for you.

  • Page 81: Index

    INDEX Anode..............................ANODE REPLACEMENT........................BATTERY CONNECTIONS ........................ BATTERY DOES NOT CHARGE ......................Fuse Replacement ........................BEFORE OPERATION........................ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER WAY? ................... Knowledge ........................... Safety Apparel ..........................IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR READY TO GO? ................. Maintenance Inspection ......................
  • Page 82 Gearshitt Lever ............................ HELPFUL TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS ....................STORING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ..................Removal From Storage ....................... Storage Precautions ........................Storage Preparation ........................Honda Publications ..........................INTRODUCTION ........................... IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.................... INDEX ..............................INSTALLATION ........................... BATTERY CONNECTIONS ......................Battery Installation ........................
  • Page 83 INDEX LUBRICATION ..........
  • Page 84 INDEX SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ....................SAFETY, A FEW WORDS ABOUT ....................... Safety Inspection ..........................SAFETY, OUTBOARD MOTOR ......................IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION..................... Carbon Monoxide Hazard ......................Operating Responsibility ....................... Refuel Wilh Care ........................... SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS......................SHEAR PIN REPLACEMENT ......................SPARK PLUG SERVICE ........................
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  • Page 88: Quick Reference Information

    QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane Type rating of 86 or higher (page 45) Fuel 3.2 US gal (12.0 Q) Capacity SAE 1 OW-30, API SF or SG, for general Type use (page 50) Engine Oil 0.85 US qt (0.8 Q) Capacity Marine SAE 90 hypoid, API GL-4 or GL-5 Type...
  • Page 89 POM50316CVR Kinko’s 25.2002.04 31881730 Printed on 00X31-881-7300 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Recycled Paper...

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