Engine Oil - Honda Marine BF75A Owner's Manual

10. MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Engine oil is a major factor affecting
engine performance, service life,
and exhaust emissions.
Oil check interval:
Each use.
Oil change interval:
After the first 20 hours or 1 month,
then every 100 hours or 6 months.
(Refer to the maintenance schedule
page 113).
Oil capacity:
4.2 US qt (4.0 e, 3.5 Imp qt)
. . . When oil filter is not replaced
4.8 US qt (4.5 e, 4.0 Imp qt)
. . . When oil filter is replaced
Recommended oil: SAE low-30
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or
exceeds the requirements for API'
service classification SG or SH.
Always check the API SERVICE
label on the oil container to be sure
it includes the letters SG or SH.
Using nondetergent oil can shorten
the engine's service life, and using
2-stroke oil can damage the engine.
OIL LEVEL
DIPSTICK
LOWER
I
LIMIT
LIMIT
Engine Oil Check
Check the engine oil level positioning
the outboard motor vertically.
1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe off.
3. Reinsert the dipstick and pull out
again to check the level.
If the level is near the lower limit,
refill up to upper limit. If the oil is
dirty, replace it. If the oil is contami-
nated with water (it becomes white as
milk), see your authorized Honda
marine dealer.
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