Honda Outboard Motor BF115A Owner's Manual page 102

10. MAINTENANCE
7. Start the engine, and check for leaks.
Running the engine without water
can cause serious engine damage.
If
you are changing the oilfilter while
the outboard motor is out of the water;
use the water hose adapter (optional
equipment) and a hose (p. 85) to
supply water:
8. Stop the engine, and check the oil
level as described on page 96. If
necessary, add oil to bring the oil level
to the upper limi; mark on the
dipstick.
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