Pre-Operation Check; Engine Oil Level - Honda BF2A Owner's Manual

4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
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 equivalent
high detergent, premium quality motor
oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.
automobile manufacturer's requirements
for Service Classification SG, SF/CC, CD.
Motor oils classified SG, SF/CC, CD will
-20 0 20 40
60 60 lO(PF
show this designation on the container.
-30 -20 -10 0 10 20
30 40-c
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 check the oil level in the oil
level inspection window.
2. If the oil level is down toward the lower level mark on the window, fill up
to the upper level mark on the dipstick.
0.40 0 (0.42 US qt ,0.35 Imp qt)
OIL LEVEL INSPECTION WINDOW
UPPER LEVEL 0.40 Q (0.42 US qt. 0.35 Imp qt)
LOWER LEVEL 0.20Q (0.21 US qt, 0.18 Imp qt)
DIPSTICK
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