Pre-Operation Check - Honda Outboard Motor BF8A Owner's Manual

4. PRE-OPERATIOM CHECKS
1. Engine oil
CAUTION:
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Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service 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 manufac-
turer's requirements for Service
Classification SF. Motor oils classi-
fied SF will show this designation on
the container.
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, then push down the engine cover
lock lever and remove the engine cover.,
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstick, and check the oil level with the dipstick resting,on
the filler opening (do not screw in). If the oil level is down toward the
400 cc mark, fill to the 800 cc mark.
Oil capacity:
0.8 e (0.85 U.S. qt.)
ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER
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