Honda Marine BF200A Owner's Manual page 94

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
3. Change the engine oil and oil filter
as described on p. 59
there was water in the engine
crankcase, or if the used engine oil
showed signs of water
contamination, then a second
engine oil change should be
performed after running the engine
for half an hour.
4. Remove the spark plugs (p.
Operate the starter to expel water
from the engine's cylinder.
5. Put a teaspoon of engine oil into
each spark plug hole to lubricate
the inside of the cylinders.
Reinstall the spark plugs.
If the engine was running when it
submerged, there may be
mechanical damage, such as bent
connecting rods. If the engine
binds when cranked, do not
attempt to run the engine until it
has been repaired.
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6. Attempt to start the engine (be sure
61 . If the water level is at least 2 inches
above the antiventilation plate).
Running the outboard motor without
suf f icient cooling water will damage
the water pump and overheat the
engine.
64 ).
If the engine fails to start, remove
the spark plugs and dry them, then
reinstall the spark plugs and
attempt to start the engine again.
If the engine starts, and no
mechanical damage is evident,
continue to run the engine for a
half hour or longer. Be sure the
water level is at least two inches
above the antiventilation plate to
avoid overheating and water pump
damage.
7. As soon as possible, take the
outboard motor to an authorized
Honda Marine dealer for
inspection and service.