TOHATSU 5 BS Owner's Handbook Manual page 9

2. Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL position.
The engine cannot be started unless the shift lever
is in the NEUTRAL position. (Fig. 9)
3. Turn the throttle grip on the steering handle to the
START (arrow marked) position.
Pull out the choke knob.
Note:
Do not pull out the choke when restart-
ing a warm engine. (Fig. 10)