Pre-Operation Checks - Honda BF9.9A Owner's Manual

1. Engine oil level
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Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and sevice
life. Nondetergent and low quality oils are not recommended,
because they have inadequate lubricating properties.
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Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine
damage.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an equiva-
lent high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufactur-
er's requirements for Service
Classification SG, SF. Motor oils =~p
classified SG, SF will show this -
designation on the container.
SAE low/30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other
viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average
temperature in your area is within the indicated range.
1. Position the outboard motor vertically,and remove the engine cover
by pushing down the engine cover lock lever.
2. Remove the oil level dipstick and wipe with a clean rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstick all the way in, then pull it out and read the level.
If the oil level is down toward the lower level mark, fill to the upper
level mark.
Tighten the oil filler cap securely.
4. Install the engine cover and lock it securely by pulling up lock lever.
Oil capacity: 1 .l 8 (1.2 US qt , 1.0 Imp qt)