Honda Marine BFP9.9D Owner's Manual 147 Pages
Honda Marine BFP9.9D Owner's Manual
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Congratulations on your selection of a Honda outboard motor. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest outboard motors on the market.
We want to help you get the best results from your new outboard motor and to operate it safely. This manual contains information on how to do that; please read it carefully.
As you read this manual you will find information preceded by a symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your outboard motor, other property, or the environment.
We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership.
When your outboard motor needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda Marine dealer is specially trained in servicing Honda outboard motors. Your Honda
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Best Wishes,
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
INTRODUCTION
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INTRODUCTION
A FEW WORDS ABOUT
SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this outboard motor safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining an outboard motor. You must use your own good judgment.
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
Safety Labels
− on the outboard motor.
Safety Messages
− preceded by a safety alert symbol three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
and one of
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Safety Headings
− such as
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
Safety Section
− such as
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY.
Instructions
− how to use this outboard motor correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information
− please read it carefully.
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ...................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ................
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ................................
CONTROLS AND FEATURES ..................................
IDENTIFICATION CODES ................................
COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS ....
CONTROLS ..............................................................
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency
Stop Switch .......................................................
Choke Knob (manual choke type) ........................
Throttle Grip ..........................................................
.....................................
.....................................................
Starter Grip ............................................................
(types equipped with electric starter)
.........................................
Power Tilt Switch (T type) ....................................
Ignition Switch ......................................................
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency
Stop Switch .......................................................
Fast Idle Lever .......................................................
CONTENTS
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever ..........................
Power Tilt Switch (T type) ....................................
Manual Relief Valve (T type) ...............................
Tilt Lock Lever (G and T types) ...........................
Engine Cover Latch ..............................................
Transom Angle Adjusting Rod .............................
Tilt Lever (manual tilt type) ..................................
.......................................................
............................................................
Tachometer [optional equipment (R type)] ..........
INDICATORS ...........................................................
Oil Pressure Indicator (R type) (H type) ...............
Overheat Indicator .................................................
................................................................
................................................................
.....................................
................................................
Rev Limiter ...........................................................
(types equipped with electric starter) ................
Anodes ...................................................................
Portable Fuel Tank ................................................
Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob ....................................
Fuel Priming Bulb .................................................
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CONTENTS
INSTALLATION ..........................................................
POWER REQUIREMENTS .....................................
..................................
ATTACHMENT .......................................................
TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT .....................
BATTERY CONNECTIONS ...................................
BEFORE OPERATION ................................................
ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER WAY
................................................
OPERATION ................................................................
SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ....................
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE .......................................
TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT .....................
PORTABLE FUEL TANK .......................................
FUEL HOSE CONNECTIONS ................................
FUEL PRIMING .......................................................
INFREQUENT OR OCCASIONAL USE ...............
STARTING THE ENGINE ......................................
H Type (tiller handle) ............................................
R Type (remote control) ........................................
EMERGENCY STARTING .....................................
STOPPING THE ENGINE .......................................
Emergency Engine Stopping ................................
Normal Engine Stopping .......................................
THROTTLE OPERATION ..............................
H Type (tiller handle) ............................................
R Type (remote control) ........................................
STEERING ...............................................................
H Type (tiller handle) ............................................
R Type (remote control) ........................................
CRUISING ................................................................
SHALLOW WATER OPERATION ........................
MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING ...............
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ..............
THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE ...........
MAINTENANCE SAFETY .....................................
TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER
ROPE .....................................................................
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...............................
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE (T type) ......................
INSTALLATION ..................................................
............................................
....................................................
Oil Filter Change .......................................................
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CONTENTS
Engine Oil Recommendations ..................................
Gear Case Oil Level Check .......................................
...............................................
.....................................................
Spark Plug Service ....................................................
REFUELING .............................................................
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS ...............................
Fuel Filter Inspection and Replacement ...................
Portable Fuel Tank and Tank Filter Cleaning ...........
Recoil Starter Rope Inspection
.................................
..................................................
Choke Knob Friction (manual choke type)
..............................................
CLEANING AND FLUSHING ....................................
Cleaning and Flushing ..............................................
STORAGE ....................................................................
Fuel ........................................................................
Engine Oil .............................................................
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ...................................
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE ...............................
TRANSPORTING ........................................................
ON BOAT .............................................................
FROM BOAT .......................................................
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ....
ELECTRIC STARTER WILL NOT OPERATE .....
ENGINE WILL NOT START ................................
STARTING .........................................................
ENGINE OVERHEATS .........................................
OPERATE .......................................................
Fuse Replacement ...............................................
OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR GOES OFF AND
ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED ..........................
LIMITED ............................................................
SUBMERGED OUTBOARD MOTOR .................
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CONTENTS
This Owner’s Manual uses the following Type names when describing an operation unique to a particular Type:
Tiller handle type:
Remote control type:
Power tilt type:
Check the type of your outboard motor and read this
Specifications ......................................................
. 116
.............................................
. 124
Customer Service Information ............................
. 124
Warranty Statements ...........................................
Distributor’s Limited Warranty ..........................
. 127
. 127
Emission Control System Warranty ...................
. 132
Distributor’s Warranty ........................................
. 136
INDEX .........................................................................
. 139
H type
R type
T type
G type
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
The Honda BF8D/BFP8D/BF9.9D/
BFP9.9D/BF15D/BFP15D and
BF20D outboard motors are designed for use with boats that have a suitable manufacturer’s power recommendation. Other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the outboard motor and other property.
Most injuries or property damage can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the outboard motor. The most common hazards are discussed in this chapter, along with the best way to protect yourself and others.
Operator Responsibility
It is the operator’s responsibility to provide the necessary safeguards to protect people and property.
Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all controls.
Stop the engine immediately if anyone falls overboard, and do not run the engine while the boat is near anyone in the water.
Always stop the engine if you must leave the controls for any reason.
Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator.
Always wear a PFD (Personal
Flotation Device) while on the boat.
Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations relating to boating and the use of outboard motors.
Be sure that anyone who operates the outboard motor receives proper instruction.
Be sure the outboard motor is properly mounted on the boat.
Do not remove the engine cover while the engine is running.
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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
Refuel With Care
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.
Refuel outdoors, in a wellventilated area, with the engine stopped. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away.
Remove any portable fuel tank from the boat for refueling. Keep the portable fuel tank away from the battery or other potential spark sources.
Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank.
After refueling, tighten the filler cap securely. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.
If you run the engine in an area that is confined, or even partly enclosed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
Never run your outboard inside a garage or other enclosure.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CODES
Model BF8D BFP8D
Type SHA
SHC
LHA
LHC
LHSA XHSA LHTA LRTA
Shaft Length S
L
X
Tiller Handle
Remote Control
Electric Starter
Power Tilt
Power Thrust Propeller
Battery Charging DC
Receptacle
Tachometer
＊
＊
:
Optional equipment
Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications.
Tilt system
T : Power Tilt (with hydraulic assist function)
L
(Example)
H S A
BF8D/BFP8D are provided with the following types according to the shaft length, control system, tilt system, and start system.
Shaft Length
S: Short Shaft
L: Long Shaft
X: Extra Long Shaft
Control System
H: Tiller Handle Control
R: Remote Control
Destination
A=American
C=Canadian
S=Electric Starter
T=Power Tilt
None=Manual Tilt
R=Remote Control
H=Tiller Handle
S=Short Shaft
L=Long Shaft
X=Extra Long Shaft
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Model BF9.9D
BFP9.9D
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Type SHA
SHC
LHA
LHC
SHSA
SHSC
LHSA LRA LRTC XHA XHSA
XHSC
LHSC LHTA XHTA LRTA XRTA
Shaft Length S
L
X
Tiller Handle
Remote Control
Electric Starter
Power Tilt
Power Thrust Propeller
Battery Charging DC
Receptacle
Tachometer
＊ ＊ ＊ ＊
＊
:
Optional equipment
Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications.
Tilt system
T : Power Tilt (with hydraulic assist function)
L
(Example)
H S A
BF9.9D/BFP9.9D are provided with the following types according to the shaft length, control system, tilt system, and start system.
Shaft Length
S: Short Shaft
L: Long Shaft
X: Extra Long Shaft
Control System
H: Tiller Handle Control
R: Remote Control
Destination
A=American
C=Canadian
S=Electric Starter
T=Power Tilt
None=Manual Tilt
R=Remote Control
H=Tiller Handle
S=Short Shaft
L=Long Shaft
X=Extra Long Shaft
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Model BF15D BFP15D
Type SHA
SHC
LHA
LHC
SHSA
SHSC
LHSA SHTA LHGC LHTA LRTA XHTA XRTA
Shaft Length S
L
X
Tiller Handle
Remote Control
Electric Starter
Gas Assist Tilt
Power Tilt
Power Thrust Propeller
Battery Charging DC
Receptacle
Tachometer ＊ ＊
＊
:
Optional equipment
Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications.
(Example)
L H S A BF15D/BFP15D are provided with the following types according to the shaft length, control system, tilt system, and start system.
Tilt system
G : Gas Assist Tilt (with gas damper assist function)
T : Power Tilt (with hydraulic assist function)
Destination
A=American, C=Canadian
S=Electric Starter
Shaft Length
S: Short Shaft
L: Long Shaft
X: Extra Long Shaft
Control System
H: Tiller Handle Control
R: Remote Control
G=Gas Assist Tilt
T=Power Tilt
None=Manual Tilt
R=Remote Control
H=Tiller Handle
S=Short Shaft
L=Long Shaft
X=Extra Long Shaft
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Model BF20D
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Type SHA
SHC
LHA
LHC
SHSC SHTA LHTA LHGC
LHTC
SRTA LRTA
LRTC
Shaft Length S
L
Tiller Handle
Remote Control
Electric Starter
Gas Assist Tilt
Power Tilt
Power Thrust Propeller
Battery Charging DC
Receptacle
Tachometer
＊ ＊
＊
:
Optional equipment
Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications.
BF20D are provided with the following types according to the shaft length, control system, tilt system, and start system.
Shaft Length
S: Short Shaft
L: Long Shaft
Control System
H: Tiller Handle Control
R: Remote Control
Tilt system
G :
T :
Gas Assist Tilt (with gas damper assist function)
Power Tilt (with hydraulic assist function)
L
(Example)
H S A
Destination
A=American
C=Canadian
S=Electric Starter
G=Gas Assist Tilt
T=Power Tilt
None=Manual Tilt
R=Remote Control
H=Tiller Handle
S=Short Shaft
L=Long Shaft
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Remote Control box (R Type)
[standard equipment (Canadian types)]
[optional equipment (American types)]
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER
POWER TILT SWITCH
(T type)
SPARE SWITCH CLIP
REMOTE CONTROL
FRICTION ADJUSTER
NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER
OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
OVERHEAT INDICATOR
FAST IDLE LEVER
BUZZER (inside box)
IGNITION SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
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Tachometer
[optional equipment (R type)]
Portable Fuel Tank
FUEL GAUGE
VENT KNOB
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
FUEL TANK
FUEL HOSE
FUEL FILLER CAP
TACHOMETER
PRIMING BULB FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR
(FEMALE)
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
CONTROLS
H Type (tiller handle)
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and
Emergency Stop Switch
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
The emergency stop switch has controls for normal engine stopping and emergency engine stopping.
The emergency stop switch clip must be inserted in the emergency stop switch in order for the engine to start and run. The emergency stop switch lanyard must be attached securely to the operator or to the operator’s PFD
(Personal Flotation Device).
When used as described, the emergency stop switch and emergency stop switch lanyard system stops the engine if the operator falls away from the controls.
A spare switch clip is supplied in the tool bag with the outboard motor.
Choke Knob
(manual choke type)
CHOKE KNOB
O F F
O N
The choke knob opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor.
The ON position enriches the fuel mixture for starting a cold engine.
The OFF position provides the correct fuel mixture for operation after starting, and for restarting a warm engine.
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
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Throttle Grip
THROTTLE INDEX
MARK
Throttle Friction Adjuster
FIX
THROTTLE
FRICTION
ADJUSTER
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Gearshif t Lever
GEARSHIFT
LEVER
R (reverse)
N (neutral)
F (forward)
RELEASE
THROTTLE GRIP THROTTLE GRIP
The throttle grip controls engine speed.
An index mark on the tiller arm shows throttle position and is helpful for setting the throttle correctly when
The throttle friction adjuster adjusts resistance to throttle grip rotation.
Turn the adjuster clockwise to increase friction for holding a throttle setting while cruising.
Turn the adjuster counterclockwise to decrease friction for easy throttle grip rotation.
The gearshift lever is used to select F
(forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gears.
The engine can be started with the gearshift lever in the N (neutral) position only.
If the gearshift lever is in the F
(forward) or R (reverse) position, the recoil starter will not operate, and the electric starter button (applicable models) will not operate the starter motor.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Starter Grip Electric Starter Button (types equipped with electric starter)
STARTER GRIP
Steering Friction Lever
Pulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter to crank the engine for starting.
The engine will not start unless the gearshift lever is in the N (neutral)
stop switch clip is in the emergency stop switch.
F R E E
L O C K
ELECTRIC STARTER
BUTTON
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
STEERING FRICTION LEVER
Press the starter button to operate the electric starter for starting the engine.
The electric starter button can be used to start the engine only when the gearshift lever is in the N (neutral)
stop switch clip is in the emergency stop switch.
The steering friction lever adjusts steering resistance.
Less friction allows the outboard motor to turn more easily. More friction helps to hold a steady course while cruising or to prevent the outboard motor from swinging while trailering the boat.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
R Type (remote control)
[standard equipment (Canadian types)]
[optional equipment (American types)]
For panel-mount or top-mount remote control information, refer to the instructions provided with the remote control equipment.
Ignition Switch
O F F
O N
S T A R T
The ignition switch controls the ignition system and the starter motor.
Turning the ignition switch key to the
START position operates the starter motor. The key automatically returns to the ON position when released from the START position.
The ignition switch can be used to start the engine only when the gearshift/throttle control lever is in
the emergency stop switch clip is in the emergency stop switch.
Turning the ignition switch to the
OFF position stops the engine.
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and
Emergency Stop Switch
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
IGNITION
SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
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EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Gearshif t/Throttle Control
Lever
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVER
30°
N (neutral)
30°
F (forward) R (reverse)
ENGINE
SPEED
ENGINE
SPEED
HIGH
HIGH
NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER
The control lever automatically locks itself in the N (neutral) position. To move the lever out of the N (neutral) position, you must squeeze the neutral release lever on the underside of the lever handle.
The gearshift/throttle control lever controls engine speed and selects F
(forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gears.
Moving the control lever 30° from N
(neutral) selects the gear, and further movement increases engine speed.
A friction adjuster near the base of the control lever adjusts the operating
resistance of the control lever (p.
Less friction allows easier control lever movement. More friction helps to hold a steady throttle setting while cruising.
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Power Tilt Switch (T type)
Press UP to tilt the outboard motor up.
CONTROL LEVER
Press DN to tilt the outboard motor down.
POWER TILT SWITCH
The rocker type power tilt switch is located on the control lever and has
UP and DN (down) positions for changing the angle of the outboard motor.
Power tilt is a convenience for tilting the outboard motor, shallow water operation, and trailering only. It is not designed to be used as a trim function to adjust the trim angle of the boat.
During shallow water operation, beaching, launching, or mooring, proceed at low speed with a small throttle opening and tilt the outboard
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Manual Relief Valve (T type)
RIGHT STERN BRACKET
POWER
(Valve closed to fix)
MANUAL
(Valve open to release)
※
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE
※
:
Do not turn this screw. If this screw is turned hydraulic oil will bleed out of the power tilt system. Should this happen it will be necessary to consult your authorized Honda Marine dealer and have the system refilled.
The outboard motor can be tilted manually after opening the manual relief valve. This allows the outboard motor to be tilted up or down when no battery is connected.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Tilt Lock Lever
(G and T types)
Common Controls
Engine Cover Latch
FREE
TILT LOCK
LEVER
L O C K
The tilt lock lever is used to support the outboard motor in the fully-raised position.
When the boat is to be moored for a long time, tilt the outboard motor up as far as it will go. Then move the tilt lock lever to the LOCK position, and gently lower the outboard motor until the lever contacts the stern bracket.
ENGINE COVER LATCH
The engine cover latch fastens the engine cover to the outboard motor.
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Transom Angle Adjusting Rod
The transom angle adjusting rod limits the tilt angle of the outboard motor when fully lowered.
(manual tilt/SH and LH types)
ADJUSTING ROD
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(manual tilt/XH and R types) (G and T types)
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Tilt Lever
(manual tilt type)
TILT LEVER
ADJUSTING ROD
T I L T
R U N
( L O C K )
ADJUSTING ROD
(storage location)
There are four transom angle adjustment positions. Three are controlled by the adjusting rod and the fourth is controlled by the stern bracket. In order to use the fourth position, remove the adjusting rod and store it in the storage location; then lower the outboard motor down to the stern bracket stop position.
(G type)
TILT
R U N
( L O C K )
TILT LEVER
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
The tilt lever enables the outboard motor to be raised for shallow water operation, beaching, launching, or mooring.
To tilt, move the lever to the TILT position, then raise the outboard motor until the tilt mechanism engages at 22°, 37°, 63° or 64° (G
BF8D/BFP8D/BF9.9D/BFP9.9D
63° : Tiller handle S and L type.
64° : Tiller handle X type and
Remote control type.
BF15D/BFP15D/BF20D
63° : Tiller handle S type.
64° : Tiller handle G, L , X type and
Remote control type.
INSTRUMENTS
Fuel Gauge
FUEL GAUGE
A fuel gauge is built into the fuel tank connector of the portable fuel tank.
Tachometer
[optional equipment (R Type)]
TACHOMETER
The tachometer shows engine speed in revolutions per minute.
A tachometer will help to select the correct propeller.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Cooling System Indicator
(H type)
When the overheat protection system is activated, the engine speed will be reduced to 1,800 rpm. If the condition persists for another 20 seconds, the engine will shut off.
Refer to
TAKING CARE OF
UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
Engine overheating may be the result of clogged water intakes.
COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR
Water should flow from the cooling system indicator while the engine is running. This shows that water is circulating through the cooling system.
If water stops flowing while the engine is running, it indicates a cooling system problem, such as clogged water intakes, which will cause engine overheating. Refer to
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED
PROBLEMS
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The cooling system indicator port can also become plugged.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
Portable Fuel Tank Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob
O P E N
VENT KNOB
Fuel Priming Bulb
OUTLET END
(OUTBOARD
MOTOR)
PRIMING BULB
C L O S E
FUEL FILLER CAP
INLET END
(TANK)
The portable fuel tank has a capacity of 3.2
US gal ( 12 L) and has a fuel gauge built into the fuel tank connector.
The fuel filler cap is provided with a vent knob to seal the portable fuel tank for carrying it to and from the boat. Open the vent by turning the vent knob counterclockwise all the way before starting the engine.
A priming bulb is built into the fuel hose that connects the fuel tank to the outboard motor.
Before starting the engine, squeeze the priming bulb until it feels firm.
This will ensure that fuel is supplied to the engine.
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Correct and secure installation is essential for safe boating and good performance. Follow the installation instructions provided in this manual.
POWER REQUIREMENTS
Before installation, check to be sure that the outboard motor does not exceed the recommended maximum horsepower for the boat on which it is to be installed. Refer to the boat’s certification plate for recommended maximum horsepower. If the certification plate information is not available, contact the boat dealer or manufacturer.
For most applications, the outboard motor should have a horsepower rating which provides 80% of the maximum recommended horsepower for the boat.
BOAT TRANSOM
REQUIREMENTS
Honda BF8D/BFP8D/BF9.9D/
BFP9.9D/BF15D/BFP15D and
BF20D outboard motors can be installed on a boat transom having a thickness range of 1.3
−
2.2 inches
(35 − 57 mm).
INSTALLATION POSITION
CENTER LINE
Install the outboard motor on the center of the boat transom.
The antiventilation plate of the outboard motor should be 0
−
2 in
(0
−
50 mm) below the bottom of the boat. When the outboard motor is mounted on a sailboat, the antiventilation plate should be
INSTALLATION
4 in (100 mm) or more below the surface of the water. For unusual situations, see your Honda Marine dealer for advice.
The correct dimensions differ according to the type of boat and the configuration of the bottom of the boat. Follow the manufacturer’s recommended installation height.
IDLE
PORT
B O A T
T R A N S O M
H E I G H T
0
(0
−
−
2 in
50 mm)
O U T B O A R D
M O T O R
T R A N S O M
H E I G H T
4 in
(100 mm)
WATER SURFACE
ANTIVENTILATION PLATE
Type:
S:
L:
X:
Outboard Motor
Transom Height
17.0 in (433 mm)
22.2 in (563 mm)
27.7 in (703 mm)
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INSTALLATION
When the outboard motor is installed extremely low, the idle port may be immersed and the engine may become hard to start or may run poorly. Check that the idle port is high enough from the water level when the engine is stopped with the boat fully loaded.
If the outboard motor is installed too low, the boat will squat and be hard to plane, and the outboard motor will spray water that may enter the boat. It will tend to porpoise, and high-speed stability will be reduced.
If the outboard motor is installed too high, that will cause propeller ventilation.
Optimum installation height varies with boat type and bottom shape.
Contact the boat manufacturer for any special recommendations that are unique to a specific model of boat.
If the transom needs to be modified to accommodate the outboard motor,
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contact the boat manufacturer and follow their recommendations for corrective action.
IDLE PORT
5.9 in (150 mm) or more
WATER LEVEL
FULLY TRIM/TILT
DOWN
Adverse effect to the engine can occur if the installation position of the outboard motor is too low. Trim/ tilt down the outboard motor with the boat fully loaded and stop the engine.
Check that the idle port is 5.9 in (150 mm) or more above the water level.
ATTACHMENT
(types with clamp screws)
ROPE
BOLT
WASHER
CLAMP SCREW
LOCK NUT
WASHER
BOLT
MOUNTING HOLE
LOCK NUT
TRANSOM
BOARD
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INSTALLATION
(types without clamp screws)
WASHER LOCK NUT
BOLTS
WASHER
CARRYING
HANDLE
(Storage position)
Attach the stern bracket to the transom and tighten the clamp screws.
Push the carrying handle into the storage position.
Attach a rope from the boat to the hole in the stern bracket. This will help to prevent accidental loss of the outboard motor.
You may further secure the outboard motor by bolting the stern bracket to the boat transom. Use the optional mounting bolt and nut kit or other good quality stainless steel bolts, nuts, and washers. Apply silicone sealant to the bolt holes.
WASHER
TRANSOM
BOARD
LOCK NUT
MOUNTING
HOLE
Attach the stern bracket to the boat transom with good quality stainless steel bolts, nuts, and washers. Apply silicone sealant to the bolts holes.
TRANSOM ANGLE
ADJUSTMENT
Use the transom angle adjustment rod
46 ) to adjust the angle of the
outboard motor so the propeller is perpendicular to the surface of the water.
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Plug and Receptacle
(types without electric starter)
−
TO BATTERY
DC RECEPTACLE
COVER
INSTALLATION
Battery
For complete information, refer to the battery manufacturer’s instructions.
Minimum Requirements
12V-35Ah (CCA 270)
BATTERY
−
TO ACCESSORIES
To prepare the outboard motor for connection to a battery, pull the cover off the DC receptacle, connect the battery charging wires to the plug.
Attach the plug to the receptacle on the outboard motor.
The receptacle is provided with a cover, which should be attached when the plug is removed, in order to keep the receptacle clean and dry.
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ARE YOU READY TO GET
UNDERWAY?
Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury.
Knowledge
Read and understand this manual.
Know what the controls do and how to operate them.
Familiarize yourself with the outboard motor and its operation before you get underway. Know what to do in case of an emergency.
Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations relating to boating and the use of outboard motors.
BEFORE OPERATION
Safety
Always wear a PFD (Personal
Flotation Device) while on the boat.
Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator or to the operator’s PFD.
IS YOUR OUTBOARD
MOTOR READY TO GO?
For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the outboard motor to check its condition.
Be sure to take care of any problem you find, or have your authorized
Honda Marine dealer correct it, before you operate the outboard motor.
Improperly maintaining this outboard motor or failing to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you could be seriously hurt or killed.
Always perform a preoperation inspection before each operation, and correct any problem.
Before beginning your pre-operation checks, be sure the switch clip is removed or the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
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BEFORE OPERATION
Safety Inspection
Look around the outboard motor for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.
If you are using the portable fuel tank, make sure it is in good condition and properly secured in
Check that the fuel hose is undamaged and properly
Wipe up any spills before starting the engine.
Check the stern bracket to be sure the outboard motor is securely installed.
Check that all controls are operating properly.
Replace any damaged parts.
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Check that all fasteners are in place and securely tightened.
Check the emergency stop switch
Start the engine. Make sure the engine stops by pulling the emergency stop switch clip from
Maintenance Inspection
Check the engine oil level (p.
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
Check to be sure the propeller is undamaged and the castle nut is secured with the cotter pin
Check that the anodes are securely
and are not excessively worn. The anodes help to protect the outboard motor from corrosion.
Make sure the tool kit and emergency starter rope are
missing items.
Check the fuel level in the fuel
Check that the battery fluid is between the upper and lower levels, and the battery leads are connected securely (electric starter type).
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OPERATION
SAFE OPERATING
PRECAUTIONS
To safely realize the full potential of this outboard motor, you need a complete understanding of its operation and a certain amount of practice with its controls.
Before operating the outboard motor for the first time, please review the
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
chapter titled
and the
BEFORE OPERATION.
For your safety, do not start or run the engine in a confined or partly enclosed area. Your engine’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can collect rapidly. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death.
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
Break-in period: 10 hours
Proper break-in operation allows the moving parts to wear in smoothly for best performance and long service life. Avoid continuous operation at a steady speed.
First 15 minutes:
Run the engine at trolling speed. Use the minimum throttle opening necessary to operate the boat at a safe trolling speed.
Next 45 minutes:
Run the engine up to a maximum of
2,000 to 3,000 rpm, which is about
10% to 30% of maximum throttle opening. Operating at maximum
2,000 ∼ 3,000 rpm should be limited to 50% of the 45 minutes.
Next 60 minutes:
Run the engine up to a maximum of
4,000 to 5,000 rpm, which is about
50% to 80% of maximum throttle opening. Operating at maximum
4,000 ∼ 5,000 rpm should be limited to 50% of the 60 minutes.
30-second full-throttle bursts are OK, but do not operate the engine continuously at full throttle.
For boats that plane easily, bring the boat up on plane, and then reduce the throttle opening to the recommended rpm range.
Next 8 hours:
Do not run the engine at full throttle for more than 5 minutes at a time.
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Do not allow water to enter the idle exhaust port or the engine can be damaged.
PORTABLE FUEL TANK
IDLE EXHAUST PORT
OPERATION
Secure the portable fuel tank in the boat so that it won’t move around and become damaged.
Place the portable fuel tank in a wellventilated location, away from direct sunlight, to reduce the possibility of a gasoline vapor explosion.
To ensure that the outboard motor will be able to draw fuel from the tank, place the tank within 6 feet (2 m) of the outboard motor and not more than 3 feet (1 m) below the fuel connector on the outboard motor.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
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OPERATION
FUEL HOSE CONNECTIONS
Turn the portable fuel tank vent knob counterclockwise to the open position.
FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR
Connect the fuel hose to the tank and the outboard motor, as shown. Be sure both connectors snap securely into place. Always disconnect the fuel hose when storing or transporting the outboard motor.
FUEL PRIMING
If you are using a portable fuel tank, turn the portable fuel tank vent knob counterclockwise to the open position.
OUTLET END
(OUTBOARD MOTOR)
(FUEL TANK SIDE)
FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR
(OUTBOARD MOTOR SIDE)
PRIMING BULB
INLET END (TANK)
Hold the fuel priming bulb with the outlet end higher than the inlet end.
Squeeze the priming bulb several times, until it feels firm, indicating that fuel has reached the carburetor.
Check to be sure there are no fuel leaks before starting the engine.
Do not touch the priming bulb with the engine running or when tilting up the outboard motor. The carburetor could overflow.
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INFREQUENT OR
OCCASIONAL USE
If your outboard motor will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis, please refer to the fuel section of the
additional information regarding fuel deterioration.
STARTING THE ENGINE
H Type (tiller handle)
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
OPERATION
The engine will not start or run, unless the emergency stop switch clip is in the emergency stop switch.
The emergency stop switch clip and emergency stop switch lanyard system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away from the controls while operating the boat.
Always attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator or to the operator’s PFD before starting the engine.
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
1.
Put the emergency stop switch clip in the emergency stop switch, and attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator or to the operator’s PFD (Personal
Flotation Device).
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Direction to pull
STARTER GRIP
ELECTRIC STARTER
BUTTON
5.
Recoil starter
Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly in the direction of the arrow as shown above.
Return the starter grip gently.
OPERATION
Electric starter
(electric start type)
Press the electric starter button and hold it there until the engine starts.
When the engine starts, release the button.
If the engine fails to start within 5 seconds, release the button, and wait at least 10 seconds before operating the starter again.
Using the electric starter f or more than 5 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can damage it.
Pushing the electric starter button while the engine is running can damage the starter motor and f lywheel.
6.
(Manual choke type)
If the choke knob was pulled to the ON position to start the engine, gradually push it to the OFF position as the engine warms up.
Also, as the engine warms up, the throttle grip can be turned to the
SLOW position without stalling.
7.
Before getting underway, allow the engine to warm-up sufficiently to ensure good performance.
During the warm-up period, check
the oil pressure indicator (p.
and cooling system indicator
If the indicators show any abnormal condition, immediately stop the engine and determine the cause of the problem. Refer to
TAKING CARE OF
UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
,
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OPERATION
R Type (remote control)
[standard equipment (Canadian types)]
[optional equipment (American types)]
For panel-mount or top-mount remote control information, refer to the instructions provided with the remote control equipment.
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH
1.
Put the emergency stop switch clip in the emergency stop switch, and attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator or to the operator’s PFD (Personal
Flotation Device).
The engine will not start or run, unless the emergency stop switch clip is in the emergency stop switch.
The emergency stop switch clip and emergency stop switch lanyard system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away from the controls while operating the boat.
Always attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator or to the operator’s PFD before starting the engine.
CONTROL
LEVER
N (neutral)
2.
Set the control lever in the N
(neutral) position.
The engine will not start if the F
(forward) or R (reverse) gears are engaged.
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
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OPERATION
FAST IDLE
FAST IDLE
RANGE
LOWEST
POSITION
OFF
ON
START
FAST IDLE LEVER
3.
To start a cold engine, leave the fast idle lever in the OFF (fully lowered) position.
To restart a warm engine, raise the fast idle lever.
The fast idle lever cannot be raised unless the control lever is in the N
(neutral) position.
The control lever cannot be moved away from the N (neutral) position unless the fast idle lever is lowered.
IGNITION SWITCH KEY
4.
Turn the ignition switch key to the
START position and hold it there until the engine starts.
When the engine starts, release the key, allowing it to return to the ON position.
If the engine fails to start within 5 seconds, release the key and wait at least 10 seconds before operating the starter again.
Using the electric starter f or more than 5 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can damage it.
Turning the ignition switch key to the START position while the engine is running can damage the starter motor and f lywheel.
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OPERATION
5.
If the fast idle lever was used to start the engine, gradually lower the lever as the engine warms up.
When the fast idle lever is fully lowered, the control lever can be moved away from the N (neutral) position.
FAST IDLE LEVER
LOWEST
POSITION
6.
Before getting underway, allow the engine to warm-up sufficiently to ensure good performance.
Above 41°F (5°C), warm-up the engine for 2 or 3 minutes.
Below 41°F (5°C), warm up the engine for at least 10 minutes at
2,000 rpm.
During the warm-up period, check the oil pressure indicator
If the indicators show any abnormal condition, immediately stop the engine and determine the cause of the problem. Refer to
TAKING
CARE OF UNEXPECTED
PROBLEMS
EMERGENCY STARTING
If the battery is discharged, or the starter motor and the recoil starter are inoperative, you can start the engine manually using the emergency starter rope supplied with the outboard motor.
UNLATCH
ENGINE COVER LATCH
1.
Unlatch and remove the engine
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NEUTRAL START CABLE
RECOIL STARTER
ASSEMBLY
2.
Move the shift lever to the F
(forward) position. Loosen the neutral start cable lock nut and disconnect the neutral start cable.
FLANGE BOLT RECOIL STARTER
ASSEMBLY
4.
Set the controls the same as for
). Use the choke and fast idle controls if needed.
Electric start type:
Turn the ignition switch key to the
ON position.
5.
Set the knotted end of the emergency starter rope in the notch in the flywheel pulley. Wind the rope clockwise around the flywheel pulley, as shown.
FLYWHEEL PULLEY
(STARTER PULLEY)
KNOT
STARTER ROPE
OPERATION
Keep away from moving parts while pulling the rope.
If necessary, rewind the rope and pull again. If the engine does not start after several attempts, refer to
TAKING CARE OF
UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS,
Exposed moving parts can cause injury.
Do not operate the outboard motor without the engine cover.
Use extreme care when installing the engine cover.
3.
Unscrew the three flange bolts and remove the recoil starter assembly.
6.
Pull the emergency starter rope slowly until resistance is felt, then pull briskly.
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OPERATION
7.
If the choke and fast idle control(s) were used to start the engine, return the control(s) to the normal operating position as the engine warms up.
8.
During the warm-up period, check
the oil pressure indicator (p.
Leave the recoil starter assembly off, but install the engine cover
latching the engine cover latch.
9.
If it was necessary to remove the emergency stop switch lanyard from you to perform the emergency starting procedure, be sure the lanyard is attached securely to operator before operating the outboard motor.
10.
Have your closest authorized
Honda Marine dealer check your electrical system and correct the problem so that you can use the electric starter.
The recoil starter assembly (p.
should be reinstalled after the electric starter is working again.
Install the recoil starter assembly with the engine stopped.
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OPERATION
R Type
(remote control)
CONTROL
LEVER
NEUTRAL
RELEASE LEVER
To shift gears, move the control lever to select the F (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gear.
The control lever cannot be moved from the N (neutral) position unless the neutral release lever is squeezed.
Moving the control lever beyond the gear selection range increases engine speed.
TO INCREASE
FRICTION
TO DECREASE
FRICTION
REMOTE CONTROL
FRICTION ADJUSTER
Adjust the remote control friction adjuster so the control lever will hold a constant throttle setting while cruising.
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STEERING
H Type (tiller handle)
F R E E
L O C K
Steer by moving the tiller handle opposite the direction you want the boat to turn.
STEERING FRICTION LEVER
Use the steering friction lever to help hold a steady course while cruising.
Move the lever to the LOCK direction to increase steering friction for holding a steady course and for trailering.
Move the lever to the FREE direction to decrease friction for easy turning.
OPERATION
R Type
(remote control)
Steer the boat in the same manner as an automobile.
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OPERATION
CRUISING
Engine Speed
For best fuel economy, limit the throttle opening to 80%. Use the
or
60 ) to help you hold a steady
speed.
For rough water conditions or large waves, slow down to prevent the propeller from rising out of the water.
Transom Angle
Install the outboard motor at the best transom angle for stable cruising and
for adjustment procedure.
Transom angle too large: Causes boat to ‘‘squat.’’
Transom angle too small: Causes boat to ‘‘bow steer’’ (sprayed water may enter the boat).
It is necessary to adjust the transom angle of the outboard motor to compensate for changes in boat load, weight distribution, water conditions, or propeller selection.
Under normal running conditions, the boat will perform best when the antiventilation plate is level with the water surface.
When cruising into a high wind, adjust the outboard motor down slightly to level the boat and improve stability. With a tail wind, adjust the
outboard motor up slightly (p.
Excessive trim/tilt angle during operation can cause propeller ventilation, overheating, and water pump damage. This type of damage is not covered by the
Distributor’s
Limited Warranty
OUTBOARD
MOTOR ANGLE
ADJUSTED TOO
LOW
OUTBOARD
MOTOR ANGLE
ADJUSTED TOO
HIGH
ROUGH
WAVES
OUTBOARD
MOTOR ANGLE
ADJUSTED
CORRECTLY
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BOW TOO LOW DUE TO
1.
2.
LOAD IN THE FRONT
OUTBOARD MOTOR ANGLE
ADJUSTED TOO LOW
Outboard Motor Angle (Cruising)
O.K.
BOW TOO HIGH DUE TO
1.
2.
LOAD IN THE REAR
OUTBOARD MOTOR ANGLE
ADJUSTED TOO HIGH
CORRECT
GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
OPERATION
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OPERATION
SHALLOW WATER
OPERATION
Manual tilt Type
When operating in shallow water, tilt the outboard motor, using the tilt lever, so the propeller and gear case won’t hit the bottom.
ENGINE
COVER
GRIP
22°
To tilt the outboard motor, move the tilt lever to the TILT position, then raise the outboard motor to the 22° or
37° position by pulling on the engine cover grip.
Do not use the tiller handle as a lever to raise the outboard motor.
Applying excessive f orce to the tiller handle can damage it.
While the outboard motor is tilted, proceed at a low speed, and do not operate the outboard motor in reverse.
The outboard motor will rise suddenly if operated in reverse.
Monitor water flow from the cooling
the outboard motor is not tilted so high that the water intakes are out of the water.
An excessive trim/tilt angle during operation can cause propeller ventilation, overheating, and water pump damage. This type of damage is not covered by the
Limited Warranty
Distributor’s
37°
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ENGINE COVER GRIP
TILT LEVER
T I L T
R U N
( L O C K )
To return the outboard motor to the normal operating position, move the tilt lever to the LOCK (RUN) position. You may need to raise the outboard motor slightly to disengage the tilt mechanism, and then slowly lower the outboard motor.
T Type
When operating in shallow water, use the power tilt switch to tilt the outboard motor, so the propeller and gear case won’t hit the bottom.
Proceed at low speed, and monitor water flow from the cooling system
outboard motor is not tilted so high that the water intakes are out of the water.
An excessive trim/tilt angle during operation can cause propeller ventilation, overheating, and water pump damage. This type of damage is not covered by the
Limited Warranty
Distributor’s
OPERATION
G Type
When operating in shallow water, tilt the outboard motor, using the tilt lever, so the propeller and gear case won’t hit the bottom.
ENGINE COVER GRIP
T I L T
R U N
( L O C K )
TILT LEVER
To tilt the outboard motor, move the tilt lever to the TILT position, then raise the outboard motor to the desired position by pulling on the engine cover grip.
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OPERATION
Do not use the tiller handle as a lever to raise the outboard motor.
Applying excessive f orce to the tiller handle can damage it.
While the outboard motor is tilted, proceed at a low speed, and do not operate the outboard motor in reverse.
The outboard motor will rise suddenly if operated in reverse.
Monitor water flow from the cooling
the outboard motor is not tilted so high that the water intake is out of the water.
To return the outboard motor to the normal operating position, move the tilt lever to the RUN (LOCK) position. You may need to raise the outboard motor slightly to disengage the tilt mechanism, then slowly lower the outboard motor.
An excessive tilt angle during operation can cause propeller ventilation, overheating, and water pump damage. This type of damage is not covered by the
Distributor’s
Limited Warranty
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MOORING, BEACHING,
LAUNCHING
Before tilting up, leave the outboard motor in the running position for one minute after stopping the engine to drain the water from inside the engine.
Stop the engine and disconnect the fuel hose from the outboard motor before tilting the outboard motor.
OPERATION
Manual tilt Type
63° or 64° (when mooring)
To raise the outboard motor out of the water while the boat is moored, or for maximum clearance when beaching or launching, tilt the outboard motor to the 63° or 64° position.
Stop the engine before tilting the outboard motor. The 63° or 64° position is not an operating position.
Raise and lower the outboard motor
.
G Type
Use the tilt lever to raise and lower the outboard motor as described on
.
G and T Types
To raise the outboard motor out of the water while the engine is stopped and the boat is moored, or for maximum clearance when beaching or launching, use the power tilt switch (T type) to tilt the outboard motor as far as it will go, move the tilt lock lever to the LOCK position, then gently lower the outboard motor until the lever contacts the stern bracket.
If more clearance is needed to swing the tilt lock lever into the LOCK position, rock the outboard motor forward slightly by pulling on the engine cover grip.
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OPERATION
To lower the outboard motor, tilt up, move the tilt lock lever to the FREE position, and then lower the outboard motor to the desired position.
OFF
L O C K
TILT LOCK
LEVER
(lock position)
Do not attempt to use the power tilt switch to tilt the outboard motor down while the tilt lock lever is in the
LOCK position. Damage to the power tilt system may occur.
T Type
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE
POWER
(Valve closed to fix)
※
MANUAL
(Valve open to release)
RIGHT STERN BRACKET
※ : Do not turn this screw. If this screw is turned hydraulic oil will bleed out of the power tilt system. Should this happen it will be necessary to consult your authorized Honda Marine dealer and have the system refilled.
The outboard motor can also be tilted manually after opening the manual relief valve. This feature enables the outboard motor to be tilted when no battery is connected.
For manual tilting, use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the valve counterclockwise 2 and a half turns.
Close the valve firmly after positioning the engine.
Be sure the valve is closed before operating the outboard motor. If the valve is not closed, the outboard motor will tilt up when operated in reverse.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF
MAINTENANCE
Proper maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution.
Improperly maintaining this outboard motor or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you could be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this Owner’s
Manual.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
To help you properly care for your outboard motor, the following pages include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools. Other service tasks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic.
The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions. If you operate your outboard motor under unusual conditions, consult an authorized Honda Marine dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use.
Honda will not deny a claim for warranty coverage simply because you did not maintain your outboard.
However, any part that fails due to lack of maintenance, or improper maintenance will not be covered under your product warranty.
Remember that your authorized
Honda Marine dealer knows your outboard motor best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it.
To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, Honda
Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any marine engine repair establishment or individual, using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to
EPA standards.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in the Owner’s
Manual.
Safety Precautions
Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will eliminate several potential hazards:
−
Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust.
Do not start or run the engine in a confined or partly enclosed area.
−
Burns from hot parts.
Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching.
−
Injury from moving parts.
Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so.
Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required.
To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when working around gasoline. Use only a nonflammable solvent, not gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from all fuel-related parts.
Wear gloves when handling the propeller to protect your hands from sharp edges.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
TOOL KIT AND
EMERGENCY STARTER
ROPE
TOOL KIT
8 mm WRENCH
10
×
12 mm WRENCH
PHILIPS SCREWDRIVER
EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE
The following tools are supplied with the outboard motor for simple maintenance procedures and emergency repairs. An emergency starter rope is also supplied. Keep these items on the boat so that they will always be available if you need them.
If your tool kit needs replacement, it is not available as a kit and each item must be ordered individually.
OIL CHECK SCREWDRIVER
FLAT SCREWDRIVER
SCREWDRIVER GRIP
4 mm HEX. WRENCH
PLIERS
SPARK PLUG WRENCH
10 mm SOCKET WRENCH
SPARE CLIP
TOOL BAG
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE table and service your outboard motor accordingly. Please note, a claim for warranty coverage will not be denied simply because the maintenance schedule for your outboard motor was not followed. However, any part(s) that fails specifically due to lack of maintenance, or improperly performed maintenance, would not be covered under the
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
.
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3)
Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever comes first.
Each use After use
First month or
20 hrs.
Every 6 months or
100 hrs.
Every year or
200 hrs.
Every 2year or
400 hrs.
ITEM
Engine oil
○
Gear case oil
Timing belt
Engine oil filter
Starter rope
Carburetor linkage
Idling speed
Valve clearance
Spark plug
Propeller and cotter pin
Anode metal (Outside engine)
Anode metal (Inside engine)
Lubrication
Fuel tank and tank filter
Check level
Change
Change
Check
Replace
Check
Check-adjust
Check-adjust
Check-adjust
Check-adjust/Replace
Check
Check
Check
Grease
Clean
○
○
○
○
○
○
(2)
(2)
○ (1)
○
○
○
○
○
(2)
(2)
○
○ (1)
○ (2)
○
○ (2)
○
○ (2) (6)
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(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(1)
(2)
Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water.
These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the
Honda shop manual for service procedures.
For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.
When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use.
Upon starting, check for unusual engine sounds and cooling water flowing freely from the check hole.
Replace the anodes when they have been reduced to about one third their original size, or if they are crumbling.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3)
Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever comes first.
ITEM
Fuel filter
Thermostat
Fuel line
Battery and cable connection
Bolts and nuts
Crankcase breather tube
Cooling water passages
Water pump
Emergency stop switch
Engine oil leak
Each operation part
Engine condition (5)
Power Trim/Tilt
Shift Cable
Check
Replace
Check
Check
Replace
Check level-tightness
Check-tightness
Check
Clean
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check
Check-adjust
Each use
○
(7)
○
○
○
○
○
After use
○
(4)
First month or
20 hrs.
○ (2)
Every 6 months or
100 hrs.
○
Every 2 years (if necessary) (2) (8)
○ (2)
Every year or
200 hrs.
○
○ (2)
○ (2)
○
(2)
Every 2year or
400 hrs.
○
○
(2)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(1)
(2)
(8)
Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water.
These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the
Honda shop manual for service procedures.
For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.
When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use.
Upon starting, check for unusual engine sounds and cooling water flowing freely from the check hole.
Replace the anodes when they have been reduced to about one third their original size, or if they are crumbling.
Check the fuel line for leaks, cracks or damage. If it is leaking, cracked or damaged, take it to your servicing dealer for replacement before using your outboard.
Check the fuel line for leaks, cracks, or damage. Replace the fuel line if there are signs of leaks, cracks or damage.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE
(T type)
RIGHT STERN BRACKET
P O W E R
( V a l v e c l o s e d t o f i x )
M A N U A L
( V a l v e o p e n t o r e l e a s e )
※
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE
※ : Do not turn this screw. If this screw is turned hydraulic oil will bleed out of the power tilt system. Should this happen it will be necessary to consult your authorized Honda Marine dealer and have the system refilled.
The outboard motor can be tilted manually after opening the manual relief valve. This feature enables the outboard motor to be tilted when no battery is connected.
For manual tilting, use a flat blade screwdriver to turn the valve counterclockwise 2 and a half turns.
Close the valve firmly after positioning the engine.
Be sure the valve is closed before operating the outboard motor. If the valve is not closed, the outboard motor will tilt up when operated in reverse.
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ENGINE COVER REMOVAL
AND INSTALLATION
(REAR)
ENGINE COVER LATCH
(FRONT)
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(INSTALLATION)
The engine cover latch fastens the engine cover to the outboard motor.
To remove the engine cover, unlatch the engine cover latch, then lift the engine cover off the outboard motor.
To install the engine cover, place the cover on the outboard motor, then latch the engine cover latch securely.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the outboard motor in the vertical position.
1.
Unlatch and remove the engine cover.
2.
Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
OIL FILLER CAP
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
4.
If the oil level is low, remove the oil filler cap, and add oil to reach the upper limit mark shown on the dipstick. Use the oil recommended
.
UPPER
LIMIT
LOWER
LIMIT
3.
Insert the dipstick all the way in, then remove it and check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
5.
Install the oil filler cap and tighten it securely.
6.
Install and lock the engine cover.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Engine Oil Change
An engine oil evacuation device may be used to remove the engine oil.
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely.
1.
Unlatch and remove the engine
ENGINE OIL DRAIN SCREW
2.
Remove the oil filler cap, and place a suitable container below the drain screw hole to catch the used oil, then remove the engine oil drain screw.
3.
Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall the engine oil drain screw, and tighten it securely.
Inspect the sealing O-ring and replace if damaged or torn.
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Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmf ul to the environment.
If you change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly.
Put it in a sealed container, and take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin, dump it on the ground, or pour it down a drain.
4.
With the outboard motor in a vertical position, fill to the upper
limit mark on the dipstick (p.
with the recommended oil.
Engine oil refill capacity:
Without oil filter change:
1.1 US qt (1.0 L)
With oil filter change:
1.2 US qt (1.1 L)
5.
Install the oil filler cap and tighten it securely.
6.
Install and lock the engine cover.
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Oil Filter Change
1.
Drain the engine oil, and reinstall the drain screw (see Engine Oil
2.
Unscrew the six bolts and remove the R. engine under cover.
3.
Use a suitable tool to remove the oil filter, and thoroughly drain the filter into the used oil container.
USE A SUITABLE TOOL
OIL FILTER
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RUBBER SEAL
4.
Clean the oil filter mounting base, and coat the rubber seal of the new oil filter with clean engine oil.
OIL FILTER TIGHTENING
TORQUE:
9 lbf·ft (12 N·m , 1.2 kgf·m)
6.
7.
Fill the crankcase with the
recommended oil.
Start the engine and check for leaks.
Use only a Honda Genuine oil f ilter or a f ilter of equivalent quality specif ied f or your model.
Using the wrong f ilter, or a non-
Honda f ilter which is not of equivalent quality, may cause engine damage.
5.
Screw on the new filter by hand until it contacts the engine, then use a suitable tool to tighten the filter an additional 7/8 turn.
Running the engine without water can cause serious engine damage.
If you are changing the oil f ilter while the outboard motor is out of the water, place the unit in water or supply adequate water to the water intakes bef ore running the engine.
Do not run the engine with the f lush attachment on the power head.
8.
Stop the engine, and check the oil
. If necessary, add oil to bring the oil level to the upper limit mark on the dipstick.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Engine Oil Recommendations
Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use
4-stroke detergent oil.
If Honda 10W-30 FC-W oil is not available, Honda recommends that you use API service category SG, SH or SJ oil. The SAE oil viscosity and service category are in the API label on the oil container.
Gear Case Oil Level Check
Check the gear case oil level with the engine stopped and the outboard motor in the vertical position.
LEVEL SCREW
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Honda 10W-30 FC-W
TM outboard motor oil is recommended for general use.
DRAIN SCREW
Remove the oil level screw and see whether oil flows from the oil level hole.
If oil flows from the oil level hole, the oil level is OK. Reinstall the screw and tighten it securely.
OIL LEVEL SCREW TORQUE:
4.8 lbf·ft (6.5 N·m , 0.66 kgf·m)
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
If no oil flows from the oil level hole,
following the procedure described in
Gear Case Oil Change.
Gear Case Oil Change
Change the gear case oil with the engine stopped and the outboard motor in the vertical position.
2.
Allow the used oil to drain completely, then install an oil pump adapter in the oil drain hole.
If water or contaminated (milkycolored) oil flows out the drain hole when the screw is removed, have the outboard motor checked by an authorized Honda Marine dealer.
1.
Place a suitable container below the oil drain hole to catch the used oil, then remove the oil level screw and oil drain screw.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
OIL LEVEL SCREW TORQUE:
4.8 lbf·ft (6.5 N·m , 0.66 kgf·m)
Avoid losing more than 1 fl oz (30 screw.
OIL DRAIN SCREW TORQUE:
4.8 lbf·ft (6.5 N·m , 0.66 kgf·m)
GEAR OIL BOTTLE
3.
Add oil through the oil drain hole until it flows out the oil level hole, then install the oil level screw and the oil drain screw.
GEAR CASE OIL CAPACITY:
0.31 US qt (0.29 L)
Outboard motor SAE 90 hypoid gear oil API Service category (GL-
4)
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Lubrication Points
Apply Honda Marine waterproof grease to the parts shown below:
Lubrication interval:
20 operating hours or one month after the date of purchase or the initial use, then every 100 hours or 6
months (refer to the maintenance schedule on page 72 ).
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
TILLER HANDLE THROTTLE REEL
MOUNT FRAME
CLAMP SCREWS
SWIVEL CASE
To prevent corrosion, apply anticorrosion oil to pivot surf aces where grease cannot penetrate.
TILT SHAFT
ADJUSTING ROD/
TILT STOPPER
PROPELLER SHAFT
Apply Honda Marine Corrosion Inhibitor (or equivalent) to all areas under the engine cover and any exposed metal surfaces except the belts.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Spark Plug Service
RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS:
CR5EH-9 (NGK)
U16FER9 (DENSO)
New plug Plug needing replacement
Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage.
SPARK PLUG
WRENCH
SPARK PLUG CAP
SIDE ELECTRODE
0.031
(0.8
−
−
0.035 in
0.9 mm)
SEALING
WASHER
INSULATOR
1.
Unlatch and remove the engine
2.
Disconnect the spark plug caps from the spark plugs.
3.
Remove the spark plugs with a spark plug wrench.
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4.
Inspect the spark plugs. Replace them if the electrodes are worn, or if the insulators are cracked or chipped.
5.
Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a wire-type feeler gauge.
Correct the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending the side electrode.
The gap should be:
0.031
− 0.035 in (0.8
− 0.9 mm)
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6.
Install the spark plugs carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
7.
After each spark plug seats, tighten with the spark plug wrench supplied in the tool kit to compress the sealing washer.
If reinstalling the used spark plug, tighten 1/8
−
1/4 turn after the spark plug seats.
If installing new spark plugs, tighten 1/2 turn after the spark plug seats.
Loose spark plugs can overheat and damage the engine.
Overtightening the spark plugs can damage the threads in the cylinder head.
8.
Attach the spark plug caps.
9.
Install and lock the engine cover.
REFUELING
If you do not anticipate cycling through at least one complete tank of fuel within a 30 day period, we recommend adding Honda Marine
Fuel Stabilizer each time you refuel.
Portable Fuel Tank
FUEL TANK CAPACITY:
3.2 US gal (12 L)
Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank when necessary.
Remove the fuel tank from the boat for refueling.
FUEL GAUGE
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
1.
Turn the vent knob counterclockwise all the way to open the vent.
VENT KNOB
O P E N
3.
Press down the pressure relief tab, and then turn the fuel filler cap 1/4 counterclockwise. Release the pressure relief tab. Wait to relieve pressure.
FUEL FILLER CAP
SAFE FILL LEVEL
PRESS
2.
Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise so that it touches the pressure relief tab.
FUEL FILLER CAP
PRESSURE RELIEF TAB
4.
The fuel filler cap will lock again.
Press down the pressure relief tab, and turn counterclockwise to remove the fuel filler cap.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Fill the tank to the SAFE FILL LEVEL line.
After refueling, install the cap and tighten it until you hear it click. Close the vent by turning the vent knob clockwise all the way, and return the fuel tank to the boat.
FUEL FILLER CAP VENT KNOB
C L O S E
PRESSURE
RELIEF TAB
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Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Never refill the fuel tank inside a building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks. Keep gasoline away from appliance pilot lights, barbecues, electric appliances, power tools, etc.
Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, it causes environmental damage.
Wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.
Your outboard motor is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline.
Unleaded gasoline produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life.
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture.
Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank.
You may use unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10% ethanol
(E10) or 5% methanol by volume. In addition, methanol must contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors.
Use of fuels with content of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of the fuel system.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Engine damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel with percentages of ethanol or methanol greater than shown above are not covered under warranty.
If your outboard motor will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis, please refer to the fuel section of the
additional information regarding fuel deterioration.
Fuel Filter Inspection and
Replacement
The fuel filter is located under the engine cover, on the right side of the engine.
Water or sediment accumulation in the filter can cause loss of power or hard starting. To prevent engine malfunction, inspect the filter and replace when necessary.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
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UNLATCH
ENGINE COVER LATCH
1.
Unlatch and remove the engine cover for access to the fuel filter.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
2.
Inspect the filter for water and/or sediment accumulation.
If the filter is OK, reinstall it. If water and/or sediment are present, replace the filter as described in the following steps. Always replace the filter at the scheduled
HOSE CLIPS
(commercially available)
3.
Disconnect the fuel hose connector from the outboard motor, and place commercially available hose clips on the fuel hoses on each side of the filter to prevent fuel leakage when the fuel hoses are disconnected.
HOSE CLIPS
FUEL HOSES
FUEL FILTER
FUEL FILTER
FUEL FILTER
4.
HOSE CLAMPS
FUEL HOSE
CONNECTOR
Remove the fuel hoses from the used filter, and discard the filter.
To ease hose removal, release the hose clamps by squeezing the clamp ends together with pliers while pulling off the hoses.
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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Portable Fuel Tank and Tank
Filter Cleaning
Fuel Tank
ARROW
(Fuel Flow Direction)
5.
Install the new filter on the fuel hoses, with the fuel flow arrow pointing toward the fuel pump as shown. Fuel flow will be impeded if the filter is installed backward.
6.
Remove the fuel hose clips used to close the fuel hoses, and connect the fuel hose connector to the outboard motor. Check for leaks.
7.
Install and lock the engine cover.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
Empty the portable fuel tank into an approved gasoline container. Use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel. Rinse the fuel tank with nonflammable solvent to remove any accumulated sediment.
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Fuel Tank Filter
5 mm SCREWS (4)
CONNECTOR
GASKET
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Recoil Starter Rope Inspection
RECOIL STARTER ROPE
Anode Replacement
ANODES
ANODE
(G and T types)
FUEL TANK
FILTER
FUEL TANK FILTER JOINT
(Fuel Hose Connector)
1.
Remove the four 5 mm screws using a flat screwdriver, then remove the fuel hose connector and fuel tank filter from the tank.
2.
Clean the filter in nonflammable solvent. Inspect the fuel tank filter and the connector gasket. Replace them if damaged.
3.
Reinstall the filter and hose connector in the fuel tank. Tighten the four 5 mm screws securely.
Inspect the recoil starter rope, and replace it if it becomes frayed.
Always keep the emergency starter rope on the boat in case the recoil starter rope fails.
The anodes are located on each side of the gear case and the stern bracket
(G and T types). They are made of a sacrificial material that helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion.
Replace the anodes when they have been reduced to about half their original size, or if they are crumbling.
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Painting or coating the anodes will def eat their purpose and will lead to rust and corrosion damage to the outboard motor. The anodes must be exposed to the water in order to protect the outboard motor.
Choke Knob Friction
(manual choke type)
CHOKE KNOB
O F F
O N
FRICTION ADJUSTING NUT
RUBBER COVER
I N C R E A S E
F R I C T I O N
To adjust the friction, squeeze the rubber cover to grip the adjusting nut and turn it clockwise to increase the friction. Do not force the adjusting nut. If it is too hard to turn by hand, contact your Honda Marine dealer for assistance.
Propeller Replacement
Before replacing the propeller, remove the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency stop switch to prevent any possibility of the engine being started while you are working with the propeller.
The propeller blades may have sharp edges, so wear heavy gloves to protect your hands.
Operating the outboard motor at higher altitudes will reduce available power. This may require decreasing the propeller pitch to maintain correct engine RPM.
Removal
COTTER PIN
If the choke knob returns to the OFF position by itself, you can adjust the friction that holds the knob in the ON position.
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Remove the cotter pin, unscrew the castle nut, remove the washer, and then remove the propeller and thrust washer.
Installation
TOWARD
GEAR CASE
MARINE GREASE
PROPELLER
PLAIN
WASHER
CASTLE
NUT
COTTER PIN
THRUST WASHER
1.
Apply marine grade grease to the propeller shaft.
2.
Install the thrust washer with the grooved side toward the gear case.
3.
Install the propeller and the plain washer.
4.
Lightly tighten the castle nut by hand or wrench until the propeller has no free play.
5.
Tighten the castle nut using a torque wrench.
CASTLE NUT TIGHTENING
TORQUE:
2.89 lbf·ft (4 N·m)
6.
Then, using a torque wrench, tighten the castle nut until the first available groove in the castle nut aligns with the cotter pin hole. Do not tighten past the first alignment of the castle nut groove and the cotter pin hole.
TIGHTENING TORQUE LIMIT:
12 lbf·ft (17 N·m)
Do not tighten the castle nut above the TIGHTENING TORQUE LIMIT, or the propeller and shaf t may be damaged.
COTTER PIN
7.
Be sure to replace the cotter pin with a new one.
Use a Honda Genuine stainless steel cotter pin or equivalent cotter pin and bend the pin ends as shown.
Note that these wrenches are not included with the tool set that comes with the outboard motor.
Contact your authorized Honda
Marine dealer for additional tool information.
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CLEANING AND FLUSHING
Cleaning and Flushing
After each use in saltwater or dirty water, thoroughly clean and flush the outboard motor with fresh water.
Touch up any damaged paint, and coat areas that may rust with Honda
Corrosion Inhibitor, or equivalent.
Lubricate controls with a silicone spray lubricant.
Do not apply water or corrosion inhibitor directly to the timing belt under the engine cover. If water or corrosion inhibitor penetrates the timing belt, it may be damaged.
Bef ore applying a corrosion inhibitor, cover the timing belt with a protective material to prevent damage.
Cleaning
Wash the outside of the outboard motor with clean, fresh water to remove mud, salt, seaweed, etc.
Disengage the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency stop switch, and pull the starter grip several times to expel any water remaining in the water pump.
Flushing With the Honda
Garden Hose Adapter (optional equipment)
1.
Disconnect the fuel hose from the outboard motor.
2.
Tilt down the outboard motor.
3.
Unlatch the engine cover latch and
and install the garden hose adapter.
4.
Attach a garden hose from a fresh water faucet to the garden hose adapter.
5.
Turn on the fresh water supply, and verify that there is good water pressure at the outboard motor.
GARDEN HOSE
ADAPTER
6.
Flush the engine with fresh water for at least 10 minutes.
Do not run the engine.
7.
After flushing, remove the garden hose adapter, reinstall the engine cover.
8.
Tilt up the outboard motor and move the tilt lock lever to the
LOCK position.
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Flushing Without the Honda
Garden Hose Adapter
It is necessary to run the engine during the flushing procedure. For safety, remove the propeller from the
ANTIVENTILATION PLATE
1.
Tilt down the outboard motor.
2.
Place a container under the outboard motor, and fill it with clean, fresh water. The water level must be at least 2 inches (5 cm) above the antiventilation plate.
Running the engine without good water circulation can cause overheating and water pump damage.
Damage caused by running the outboard motor without sufficient cooling water is not covered by the
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
3.
Start the engine and run in the N
(neutral) position at low speed for at least 10 minutes.
4.
After flushing, stop the engine, and disconnect the fuel hose from the outboard motor. Remove the water container, and reinstall the
5.
Tilt up the outboard motor and move the tilt lock lever to the
LOCK position.
CLEANING AND FLUSHING
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STORAGE
Fuel
Depending on the region where you operate your outboard, f uel f ormulations may deteriorate and oxidize rapidly. Fuel deterioration and oxidation can occur in as little as 15 days and may cause damage to the carburetors and f uel system.
Please check with your servicing dealer f or local storage recommendations.
Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Deteriorated gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system. If the gasoline in your fuel tank and carburetor deteriorates during storage, you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced.
The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such factors as gasoline blend, your storage temperatures, and whether the fuel tank is partially or completely filled.
The air in a partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel deterioration. Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration. Fuel deterioration problems may occur in less than 15 days, if the gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank.
The
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
127 ) does not cover fuel system
damage or engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation.
You can extend fuel storage life by adding a gasoline stabilizer that is formulated for that purpose, or you can avoid fuel deterioration problems by draining all the fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor.
Adding a Fuel Stabilizer
When adding a fuel stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If only partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage. If you keep an additional container of gasoline for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline.
1.
Add Honda Marine fuel stabilizer following the instructions on the label.
2.
After adding a fuel stabilizer, run the engine in water for 10 minutes to be sure that the treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor.
3.
Turn the engine OFF.
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Draining the Fuel System
You can avoid fuel deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor.
1.
Disconnect the fuel hose from the outboard motor.
DRAIN SCREW
STORAGE
2.
With the outboard motor in a vertical position, place an approved gasoline container below the fuel drain outlet, and use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel.
Loosen the drain screw to drain fuel from the carburetor.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
3.
After the fuel has drained from the carburetor, tighten the drain screw securely.
4.
Drain the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container, or if you need to store fuel in the fuel tank, you can extend fuel storage life by filling the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and adding Honda
Marine fuel stabilizer following the directions on the container.
Close the fuel cap vent.
If using the portable fuel tank, close the fuel filler cap vent knob.
Store the portable fuel tank in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
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STORAGE
Engine Oil
1.
Change the engine oil and the oil
2.
and remove the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency stop switch.
3.
Pour 1 − 2 teaspoons (5 − 10 cm ) of clean engine oil into each cylinder.
4.
Pull the starter grip several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder.
5.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS
Select a well-ventilated storage area.
If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity.
CARRYING HANDLE
To carry the outboard motor, hold it by the carrying handle, or hold by the carrying handle and the lug beneath the engine cover latch, as shown.
Lif ting the outboard motor by the engine cover, or using the installed outboard motor as a handle or lever to move the boat, can damage the outboard motor.
If your portable fuel tank contains gasoline, store it away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated.
LUG
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STORAGE
Store the outboard motor either vertically or horizontally with the tiller handle side up.
PROTECTOR
CASE PROTECTOR
If it is necessary to store the outboard horizontally, drain the carburetor (p.
) and drain the engine oil (p.
before removing the outboard motor from the boat.
Fold the tiller handle, and rest the outboard motor on its case protectors.
Be sure all water has drained from the outboard motor before placing it on its side, so no residual water can enter the engine exhaust port.
Any other horizontal storage position may cause damage to the outboard motor or oil leakage.
Cover the outboard motor to keep out dust. Do not use plastic sheet as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture, promoting rust and corrosion.
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE
Check your outboard motor as described in the
BEFORE
OPERATION
chapter of this manual.
If the cylinders were coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine may smoke briefly at startup.
This is normal.
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TRANSPORTING
WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR
INSTALLED ON BOAT
When trailering a boat with the outboard motor attached, always disconnect the fuel line from the portable fuel tank and tighten the
The preferred method is to leave the engine in the normal running position, but if there is insufficient road clearance, you can tilt the outboard motor using a commercially available outboard motor support bar available through your dealer. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for using an outboard motor support bar.
WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR
REMOVED FROM BOAT
Secure the outboard motor in either the vertical or horizontal position
.
CARRYING HANDLE
To carry, hold the outboard motor by the carrying handle, or hold by the carrying handle and the lug beneath the engine cover lock latch, as shown.
Lif ting the outboard motor by the engine cover, or using the installed outboard motor as a handle or lever to move the boat, can damage the outboard motor.
OUTBOARD MOTOR SUPPORT BAR
(commercially available)
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1.
ELECTRIC STARTER WILL
NOT OPERATE
Check battery (electric start type).
2.
Check fuse.
3.
Use emergency starting
outboard motor to an authorized
Honda Marine dealer, or refer to the shop manual.
Possible Cause
Battery connections loose or corroded.
Battery discharged.
Fuse burnt out.
Starter malfunction, switch malfunction, or electrical problem in the starting circuit.
Correction
Clean and tighten battery connections.
Recharge battery.
Replace or repair faulty components as necessary.
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ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause
1.
Check engine stop switch clip or emergency stop switch clip.
2.
Check control positions.
Clip not inserted in emergency stop switch.
Gearshift lever or control lever not in neutral position.
Choke OFF (tiller handle and manual choke type).
Throttle grip not in START position (tiller handle type).
Fast idle lever raised (remote control/side-mount type).
Correction
Insert clip in emergency stop switch.
or
Pull choke knob to ON position,
Turn throttle grip to START
Leave fast idle lever OFF, if the
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ENGINE WILL NOT START
(continued)
3.
Check fuel.
Possible Cause Correction
4.
Remove and inspect spark plugs.
5.
Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine dealer, or refer to the shop manual.
Out of fuel.
Fuel vent closed (portable fuel tank).
Fuel hose not primed.
Fuel filter or fuel tank filter restricted.
Bad fuel; outboard motor stored without treating or draining gasoline, or refueled with bad gasoline.
Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped.
Spark plugs wet with fuel (flooded engine).
Carburetor malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition malfunction, stuck valves, etc.
Replace restricted filters (p.
or
).
Drain fuel tank and carburetors
95 ). Refill with fresh gasoline
Gap or replace spark plugs (p.
Dry and reinstall spark plugs. Start engine with choke and throttle open.
Replace or repair faulty components as necessary.
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HARD STARTING OR STALLS
AFTER STARTING
1.
Check control positions.
2.
Check fuel.
Possible Cause Correction
Choke OFF (tiller handle and manual choke type).
Throttle grip not in START position (tiller handle type).
Fast idle lever raised (remote control/side-mount type).
Fuel vent closed (portable fuel tank).
Fuel hose not primed.
Fuel filter or fuel tank filter restricted.
Bad fuel; outboard motor stored without treating or draining gasoline, or refueled with bad fuel.
Pull choke knob to ON position,
Turn throttle grip to START
Leave fast idle lever OFF, unless
Replace restricted filters (p.
Drain fuel tank and carburetors
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HARD STARTING OR STALLS
AFTER STARTING
(continued)
3.
Remove and inspect spark plugs.
Possible Cause
4.
Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine dealer, or refer to the shop manual.
Spark plugs faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped.
Carburetor malfunction, fuel pump failure, ignition malfunction, etc.
Correction
Gap or replace spark plugs (p.
Replace or repair faulty components as necessary.
ENGINE OVERHEATS
1.
Check water intake screens.
2.
Take outboard motor to an authorized Honda Marine dealer, or refer to the shop manual.
Possible Cause
Water intake screens clogged.
Faulty thermostat or water pump.
Correction
Clean water intake screens.
Replace or repair faulty components as necessary.
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BATTERY WILL NOT
CHARGE AND ELECTRIC
STARTER WILL NOT
OPERATE
The battery-charging circuit and the electric starter relay circuit are protected by the 20-ampere fuse. If the fuse burns out, the engine will not charge the battery, and the electric starter will not operate. The engine can be started using the recoil starter or the emergency starter rope.
The ignition switch is protected by the 20-ampere fuse. If the fuse burns out, the engine will not start or run, and the power tilt switch will not operate.
Fuse Replacement
1.
With the engine stopped, remove the engine cover.
2.
Remove the fuse case lid.
3.
Remove and inspect the fuse. If burnt out, install a replacement fuse of the specified rating. The outboard motor only comes with one spare fuse in the fuse holder.
DESIGNATED FUSE RATING:
20A
Never use a f use with a rating greater than specif ied. Serious damage to the electrical system could result.
20A FUSE
SPARE 20A FUSE
FUSE CASE LID
BLOWN FUSE
4.
Reinstall the fuse case lid and the engine cover.
Before further operation, try to determine and correct the electrical problem that caused the fuse to burn out. An uncorrected electrical problem may cause the fuse to burn out again.
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OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
GOES OFF AND ENGINE
SPEED IS LIMITED
(tiller handle type)
(GREEN)
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If oil pressure becomes low, the green indicator will go off, and the engine protection system will limit engine speed. If you are at cruising speed, engine speed will decrease automatically.
When normal oil pressure is restored, the engine speed will gradually rise to normal engine speed.
Remote control types are equipped with a buzzer that sounds continuously when the green indicator goes off.
The buzzer sound stops below an engine speed of 1,400 rpm.
Low oil pressure may be the result of a low engine oil level, or there may be a problem with the engine lubrication system.
If the throttle is closed suddenly after full throttle operation, engine speed may drop below the specified idle rpm, and that could activate the engine protection system momentarily.
If low oil pressure activates the engine protection system, stop the engine, check the engine oil level
With the engine oil at the recommended level, restart the engine. If the lubrication system is
OK, the green indicator should come on within 30 seconds, and the engine will respond normally to throttle grip or control lever operation.
If the engine protection system remains activated after 30 seconds, return to the nearest boat landing, and have the outboard motor inspected by an authorized Honda
Marine dealer.
(remote control type)
(GREEN)
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OVERHEAT AND ENGINE
SPEED IS LIMITED
(RED)
(H type)
If the engine overheats, the engine speed will be reduced to 1,800 rpm.
If the condition persists for another
20 seconds, the engine will shut off.
(all types)
If you are at cruising speed when the overheat protection system is activated, the engine speed will decrease automatically. When normal engine temperature is restored, the engine speed will gradually rise to normal engine speed.
Engine overheating may be the result of restricted water intake screens, or there may be a problem with the cooling system thermostat or water pump.
If the engine is stopped after running at full throttle, and then restarted soon afterward, that could activate the engine protection system momentarily.
(R type)
If the engine overheats, the red indicator will come on and the buzzer will sound a continuous tone as the engine speed is reduced to 1,800 rpm.
If the condition persists for another
20 seconds, the engine will shut off.
COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR
If overheating activates the engine protection system, idle the engine in neutral, and check the cooling system indicator.
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If water is flowing from the cooling system indicator, continue idling for
30 seconds. If the cooling system is
OK, the red indicator should go off within 30 seconds (R types), and the engine will respond normally to throttle grip or control lever operation.
If there is no water flowing from the cooling system indicator, stop the engine, and tilt the outboard motor to inspect the water intake screens. If clogged, clean the water intake screens, return the outboard motor to the running position, restart the engine, and check the cooling system indicator again.
If there is still no water flowing from the cooling system indicator, or if the engine protection system remains activated after 30 seconds, return to the nearest boat landing, and have the outboard motor inspected by an authorized Honda
Marine dealer.
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SUBMERGED OUTBOARD
MOTOR
A submerged outboard motor must be serviced immediately after it is recovered from the water in order to minimize corrosion.
If there is a Honda Marine dealership nearby, take the outboard motor to the dealer immediately. If you are far from a dealer, proceed as follows:
1.
Remove the engine cover, and rinse the outboard motor with fresh water to remove salt water, sand, mud, etc.
2.
Drain the carburetor as described
3.
Change the engine oil and oil filter
there was water in the engine crankcase, or if the used engine oil showed signs of water contamination, then a second engine oil change should be performed after running the engine for half an hour.
STARTER GRIP
4.
and remove the clip from the emergency stop switch or engine stop switch. Pull the starter grip, rotate the flywheel a few revolutions to completely expel any water from the cylinders.
If the engine was running when it submerged, there may be mechanical damage, such as bent connecting rods. If the engine binds when cranked, do not attempt to run the engine until it has been repaired.
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When cranking the engine with an open ignition circuit (spark plugs removed f rom the ignition circuit), remove the clip f rom the emergency stop switch to prevent possible damage to the ignition system.
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5.
Pour a teaspoon of engine oil into the spark plug hole, and then pull the starter grip several times to lubricate the inside of the cylinder.
6.
Reinstall the spark plugs, and put the emergency stop switch clip into the emergency stop switch.
7.
Attempt to start the engine.
If the engine fails to start, remove the spark plugs, dry them, then reinstall the spark plugs and attempt to start the engine again.
If the engine starts, and no mechanical damage is evident, continue to run the engine for a half hour or longer. Be sure the water level is at least 2 inches (5 cm) above the antiventilation plate to avoid overheating and water pump damage.
8.
As soon as possible, take the outboard motor to an authorized
Honda Marine dealer for inspection and service.
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TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Serial Number Locations
Record the product identification number, the engine serial number, and the date of purchase in the space provided on this page. You will need these numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER
SWIVEL CASE
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The product identification number is stamped on a plate attached on top of the swivel case.
Product identification number:
The engine serial number is stamped on the right front of the engine.
Engine serial number:
Date of purchase:
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TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
Carburetor Modification for
High Altitude Operation
At altitudes above 3,000 feet (900 meters), the standard carburetor airfuel mixture will be too rich.
Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting.
Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.
High altitude operation can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor. If you usually operate your outboard motor at 3,000 feet (900 meters) or above, consult with your authorized Honda Marine dealer.
Your dealer can determine the appropriate carburetor settings for the altitude at which you operate your outboard motor.
Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will decrease about 3.5% for each 1,000-foot (300meter) increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made.
When the carburetor has been modif ied f or operation at one of the higher altitude ranges, the air-f uel mixture will be too lean f or operation at a lower altitude.
Operation at altitudes below the range f or which the carburetor is set may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage.
For use at lower altitudes, have an authorized Honda Marine dealer modif y the carburetor f or the correct altitude range.
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TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
Emission Control System
Information
Source of Emissions
The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because, under certain conditions, they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight. Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way, but it is toxic.
Honda utilizes appropriate air/fuel ratios and other emissions control systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons.
The U.S. and Calif ornia Clean
Air Acts
EPA and California regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emission control systems.
The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your
Honda engine within the emission standards.
Tampering and Altering
Tampering with or altering the emission control system may increase emissions beyond the legal limit.
Among those acts that constitute tampering are:
Removal or alteration of any part of the intake, fuel, or exhaust systems.
Alterations that would cause the engine to operate outside its design parameters.
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TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
Problems That May Af f ect
Emissions
If you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your engine inspected and repaired by your servicing dealer.
Hard starting or stalling after starting.
Rough idle.
Misfiring or backfiring under load.
Afterburning (backfiring).
Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption.
Replacement Parts
The emission control systems on your Honda engine were designed, built, and certified to conform with
EPA and California emission regulations. We recommend the use of Honda Genuine parts whenever you have maintenance done. These original-design replacement parts are manufactured to the same standards as the original parts, so you can be confident of their performance. The use of replacement parts that are not of the original design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system.
A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the part will not adversely affect emission performance. The manufacturer or rebuilder of the part must certify that use of the part will not result in a failure of the engine to comply with emission regulations.
Maintenance
Follow the maintenance schedule on
schedule is based on the assumption that your machine will be used for its designed purpose. Sustained highload operation, or use in unusual conditions, will require more frequent service.
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TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
Star Label
US, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin
Islands
A Star label was applied to this outboard motor in accordance with the requirements of the California
Air Resources Board.
The Star Label means Cleaner Marine Engine
This engine has been certified as a:
The Symbol for Cleaner Marine Engines:
Cleaner Air and Water -
for healthier lifestyle and environment.
Better Fuel Economy -
burns up to 30 - 40 percent less gas and oil than conventional carbureted two-stroke engines, saving money and resources.
Longer Emission Warranty -
protects consumer for worry-free operation.
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One Star
Low
Emission
TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s
Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than conventional carbureted two-stroke engines. These engines are equivalent to the U.S. EPA’s 2006 standards for marine engines.
The two-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s
Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2004 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 20% lower emissions than
One Star-Low Emission engines.
Two Stars
Very Low
Emission
Three Stars
Ultra Low
Emission
The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s
Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003-2008 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines.
Four Stars Super
Ultra Low
Emission
The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s
Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards.
Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards. Engines meeting these standards have 90% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines.
Cleaner Watercraft - Get the Facts
1-800-END-SMOG www.arb.ca.gov
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TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
Specifications
MODEL
Description code
Type
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Transom height
(when transom angle at 12°)
Dry mass
[weight]
S
L
X
S
L
X
S
L
X
Rated power
Full throttle range
Engine type
Displacement
Starter system
Ignition system
Lubrication system
Specified oil
H HS
24.0 in (610 mm)
BF8D/BFP8D
BAAJ
13.6 in (345 mm)
43.5 in (1,105 mm)
48.6 in (1,235 mm)
54.1 in (1,375 mm)
17.0 in (433 mm)
22.2 in (563 mm)
27.7 in (703 mm)
HT
92.6 lbs
(42.0 kg)
98.1 lbs
(44.5 kg)
Recoil starter
105.8 lbs
(48.0 kg)
123.5 lbs
(56.0 kg)
114.6 lbs
(52.0 kg)
6.0 kW (8 HP)
4,500 − 5,500 rpm
4 stroke OHC in-line 2 cylinder, water-cooled
Engine:
Gear case:
13.5 cu-in (222 cm )
Recoil starter, Electric starter
Digital ICM (Ignition Control Module)
Trochoid pump pressure lubrication
API Service classification (SG, SH, SJ) SAE 10W-30
API Service classification (GL-4) SAE 90 Hypoid gear oil
RT
23.6 in (600 mm)
121.3 lbs
(55.0 kg)
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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Oil capacity
CARB star label
D.C. output
Cooling system
Exhaust system
Spark plugs
Fuel pump
Fuel
Tank capacity
Gear change
Steering angle
Transom angle
Tilt angle
Remote control steering system
Tuneup
Spark plug gap
Idle speed
Valve clearance
(cold)
Other specifications
TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
12V − 6A
Engine:
Gear case:
1.1 US qt (1.0 L)
1.2 US qt (1.1 L) without oil filter change with oil filter change
0.31 US qt (0.29 L)
ULTRA · LOW EMISSION
12V − 12A
Water cooling with thermostat
Under water exhaust/thru hub
CR5EH-9 (NGK) , U16FER9 (DENSO)
Diaphragm type fuel pump
Unleaded gasoline
(86 pump octane, or higher)
12V − 12A
3.2 US gal (12 L)
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (dog type)
45° right and left
(Manual tilt type):
(T type):
5 stages (4°, 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
4 stages (8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
(Manual tilt S and L handle type): 3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 63°/transom angle at 12°)
(Manual tilt X handle type, and R type): 3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 64°/transom angle at 12°)
(T type): Stageless (64°/transom angle at 12°)
Outboard motormounted
0.031
− 0.035 in (0.8
− 0.9 mm)
900 ± 50 rpm
IN: 0.17
± 0.02 mm
EX: 0.23
± 0.02 mm
See shop manual
See shop manual
No other adjustments needed.
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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Specifications
MODEL
Description code
Type
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Transom height
(when transom angle at 12°)
Dry mass
[weight]
S
L
X
S
L
X
S
L
X
Rated power
Full throttle range
Engine type
Displacement
Starter system
Ignition system
Lubrication system
Specified oil
H
92.6 lbs
(42.0 kg)
98.1 lbs
(44.5 kg)
106.9 lbs
(48.5 kg)
Recoil starter
BF9.9D/BFP9.9D
BABJ
HT HS
24.0 in (610 mm)
R
23.6 in (600 mm)
13.6 in (345 mm)
43.5 in (1,105 mm)
48.6 in (1,235 mm)
54.1 in (1,375 mm)
17.0 in (433 mm)
22.2 in (563 mm)
27.7 in (703 mm)
100.3 lbs
(45.5 kg)
105.8 lbs
(48.0 kg)
123.5 lbs
(56.0 kg)
106.9 lbs
(48.5 kg)
114.6 lbs
(52.0 kg)
129.0 lbs
(58.5 kg)
7.4 kW (9.9 HP)
5,000 − 6,000 rpm
4 stroke OHC in-line 2 cylinder, water-cooled
Engine:
Gear case:
13.5 cu-in (222 cm )
Recoil starter, Electric starter
Digital ICM (Ignition Control Module)
Trochoid pump pressure lubrication
API Service classification (SG, SH, SJ) SAE 10W-30
API Service classification (GL-4) SAE 90 Hypoid gear oil
RT
121.3 lbs
(55.0 kg)
126.8 lbs
(57.5 kg)
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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Oil capacity
CARB star label
D.C. output
Cooling system
Exhaust system
Spark plugs
Fuel pump
Fuel
Tank capacity
Gear change
Steering angle
Transom angle
Tilt angle
Remote control steering system
Tuneup
Spark plug gap
Idle speed
Valve clearance
(cold)
Other specifications
TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
12V − 6A
Engine:
Gear case:
1.1 US qt (1.0 L)
1.2 US qt (1.1 L) without oil filter change with oil filter change
0.31 US qt (0.29 L)
ULTRA · LOW EMISSION
12V − 12A
Water cooling with thermostat
Under water exhaust/thru hub
CR5EH-9 (NGK) , U16FER9 (DENSO)
Diaphragm type fuel pump
Unleaded gasoline
(86 pump octane, or higher)
12V − 12A
3.2 US gal (12 L)
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (dog type)
45° right and left
(Manual tilt type):
(T type):
5 stages (4°, 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
4 stages (8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
(Manual tilt S and L handle type):
(Manual tilt X handle type, and R type):
3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 63°/transom angle at 12°)
3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 64°/transom angle at 12°)
(T type): Stageless (64°/transom angle at 12°)
Outboard motor-mounted
0.031
− 0.035 in (0.8
− 0.9 mm)
900 ± 50 rpm
IN: 0.17
± 0.02 mm
EX: 0.23
± 0.02 mm
See shop manual
See shop manual
No other adjustments needed.
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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Specifications
MODEL
Description code
Type
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Transom height
(when transom angle at 12°)
Dry mass
[weight]
S
L
X
S
L
X
S
L
X
Rated power
Full throttle range
Engine type
Displacement
Starter system
Ignition system
Lubrication system
Specified oil
H
102.5 lbs
(46.5 kg)
109.1 lbs
(49.5 kg)
Recoil starter
HG
BF15D/BFP15D
BALJ
HS
25.6 in (650 mm)
13.8 in (350 mm)
43.7 in (1,110 mm)
48.8 in (1,240 mm)
54.3 in (1,380 mm)
17.0 in (433 mm)
22.2 in (563 mm)
HT
126.8 lbs
(57.5 kg)
27.7 in (703 mm)
108.0 lbs
(49.0 kg)
114.6 lbs
(52.0 kg)
126.8 lbs
(57.5 kg)
131.2 lbs
(59.5 kg)
136.7 lbs
(62.0 kg)
11.2 kW (15 HP)
4,500 − 5,500 rpm
4 stroke OHC in-line 2 cylinder, water-cooled
Engine:
Gear case:
21.4 cu-in (350 cm )
Recoil starter, Electric starter
Digital ICM (Ignition Control Module)
Trochoid pump pressure lubrication
API Service classification (SG, SH, SJ) SAE 10W-30
API Service classification (GL-4) SAE 90 Hypoid gear oil
RT
25.2 in (640 mm)
129.0 lbs
(58.5 kg)
134.5 lbs
(61.0 kg)
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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Oil capacity
CARB star label
D.C. output
Cooling system
Exhaust system
Spark plugs
Fuel pump
Fuel
Tank capacity
Gear change
Steering angle
Transom angle
Tilt angle
Remote control steering system
Tuneup
Spark plug gap
Idle speed
Valve clearance
(cold)
Other specifications
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12V − 6A
Engine: 1.1 US qt (1.0 L)
1.2 US qt (1.1 L)
Gear case: without oil filter change with oil filter change
0.31 US qt (0.29 L)
ULTRA · LOW EMISSION
12V − 12A
Water cooling with thermostat
Under water exhaust/thru hub
CR5EH-9 (NGK) , U16FER9 (DENSO)
Diaphragm type fuel pump
Unleaded gasoline
(86 pump octane, or higher)
3.2 US gal (12 L)
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (dog type)
45° right and left
(Manual tilt type):
(G and T types):
5 stages (4°, 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
4 stages (8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
(Manual tilt S handle type): 3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 63°/transom angle at 12°)
(Manual tilt L and X handle types, and R types): 3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 64°/transom angle at 12°)
(G and T types): Stageless (64°/transom angle at 12°)
Outboard motormounted
0.031
− 0.035 in (0.8
− 0.9 mm)
900 ± 50 rpm
IN: 0.17
± 0.02 mm
EX: 0.23
± 0.02 mm
See shop manual
See shop manual
No other adjustments needed.
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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Specifications
MODEL
Description code
Type
Overall length
Overall width
Overall height
Transom height
(when transom angle at 12°)
Dry mass
[weight]
S
L
S
L
S
L
Rated power
Full throttle range
Engine type
Displacement
Starter system
Ignition system
Lubrication system
Specified oil
H
102.5 lbs
(46.5 kg)
109.1 lbs
(49.5 kg)
Recoil starter
BF20D
BAMJ
HG
25.6 in (650 mm)
HS HT
13.8 in (350 mm)
43.7 in (1,110 mm)
48.8 in (1,240 mm)
17.0 in (433 mm)
22.2 in (563 mm)
R
25.2 in (640 mm)
126.8 lbs
(57.5 kg)
108.0 lbs
(49.0 kg)
126.8 lbs
(57.5 kg)
131.2 lbs
(59.5 kg)
14.9 kW (20 HP)
109.1 lbs
(49.5 kg)
5,000 − 6,000 rpm
4 stroke OHC in-line 2 cylinder, water-cooled
21.4 cu-in (350 cm )
Recoil starter, Electric starter
Digital ICM (Ignition Control Module)
Engine:
Gear case:
Trochoid pump pressure lubrication
API Service classification (SG, SH, SJ) SAE 10W-30
API Service classification (GL-4) SAE 90 Hypoid gear oil
RT
125.7 lbs
(57.0 kg)
129.0 lbs
(58.5 kg)
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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Oil capacity
CARB star label
D.C. output
Cooling system
Exhaust system
Spark plugs
Fuel pump
Fuel
Tank capacity
Gear change
Steering angle
Transom angle
Tilt angle
Remote control steering system
Tuneup
Spark plug gap
Idle speed
Valve clearance
(cold)
Other specifications
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12V − 6A
Engine: 1.1 US qt (1.0 L)
1.2 US qt (1.1 L)
Gear case: without oil filter change with oil filter change
0.31 US qt (0.29 L)
ULTRA · LOW EMISSION
12V − 12A
Water cooling with thermostat
Under water exhaust/thru hub
CR5EH-9 (NGK) , U16FER9 (DENSO)
Diaphragm type fuel pump
Unleaded gasoline
(86 pump octane, or higher)
3.2 US gal (12 L)
Forward-Neutral-Reverse (dog type)
45° right and left
(Manual tilt type): 5 stages (4°, 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
(G and T types): 4 stages (8°, 12°, 16°, 20°)
(Manual tilt S handle type): 3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 63°/transom angle at 12°)
(Manual tilt L handle type, and R types): 3 stages adjustment (22°, 37° and 64°/transom angle at 12°)
(G and T types): Stageless (64°/transom angle at 12°)
Outboard motor-mounted
0.031
− 0.035 in (0.8
− 0.9 mm)
900 ± 50 rpm
IN: 0.17
± 0.02 mm
EX: 0.23
± 0.02 mm
See shop manual
See shop manual
No other adjustments needed.
Honda outboard motors are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.
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CONSUMER INFORMATION
Honda Publications
(United States, Puerto Rico, and
U.S. Virgin Islands)
These publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your outboard motor.
Shop Manual
This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures.
It is intended to be used by a skilled technician.
Available through your Honda
Marine dealer or through Helm Inc.
at
1 888-292-5395 or visit www.Honda-marine.com
and click on OWNERS’
RESOURCES.
Parts Catalog
This manual provides complete, illustrated parts lists.
The catalog is available through your
Honda Marine dealer.
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Accessory Catalog
Your authorized Honda Marine dealer offers a wide selection of accessories (optional equipment, oils, and lubricants) to enhance your boating experience.
Visit www.honda-marine.com and click on PARTS & ACCESSORIES to see the entire catalog of accessories.
differences at the dealership level. If the service personnel are unable to assist you, please discuss your concerns with the dealer management such as the Service Manager or the dealership’s owner.
If you need to contact Honda regarding your experiences with your
Honda product or with your dealer, please contact the Honda office in your region:
Customer Service Information
Contacting Honda
Your Owner’s Manual was written to cover most of the questions you might ask about your Honda. Any questions not answered in the Owner’s
Manual can be answered by your
Honda dealer. If your dealer doesn’t have an immediate answer, they should be able to get it for you.
If you have a difference of opinion with your dealer, please remember that each dealership is independently owned and operated. That’s why it’s important to work to resolve any
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Marine Division
Customer Relations Office
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, GA 30005-8847
Telephone (770) 497
−
6400
M-F 8:30 am-7:00 pm (Eastern Time
Zone)
Honda Canada Inc.
Customer Relations Office
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, Ontario L6 0H9
Tel: 1-888-946-6329 (Toll free)
Fax: 1-877-939-0909 (Toll free)
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Please include the following information in your communication:
Your name, address and telephone number (complete with area code)
Model and complete serial number
Date of purchase
Name and location of selling dealer
Name and location of servicing dealer (if different)
A detailed description of your concerns
TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
Warranty Coverage
Your new Honda is covered by the following warranties:
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
Emission Control System
Warranty
Please read the warranty statements contained in this manual. There are responsibilities, restrictions, and exclusions that apply to these warranties.
To obtain warranty service you must take your Honda outboard motor, together with proof of original retail purchase date, at your expense, to a
Honda engine dealer or distributor authorized to sell that product in the
United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S.
Virgin Islands or Canada.
It is important to realize that your warranty applies to defects in material or workmanship of your
Honda. Your warranty coverage does not apply to normal wear or deterioration associated with using your Honda outboard motor.
Your warranty coverage will not be voided if you choose to perform your own maintenance. However, you should have the proper tools and service information and be mechanically qualified. Failures that occur due to modifications, improper maintenance, or service are not covered.
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Warranty Service
Please remember that recommended maintenance interval servicing is not included in your warranty coverage.
Additionally, your warranty does not apply to the normal wear of items
(such as spark plug(s), water pump, etc.).
As the owner of a Honda product, your servicing dealer may ask you to authorize an inspection. If the problem is covered under warranty, your dealer will perform any warranty repairs for you at no cost.
However, you may be responsible for additional non-warranty charges.
If you have questions about warranty coverage or the nature of the repair, it is best to talk to the service manager of your Honda dealer.
Sometimes, in spite of the best intentions of all concerned, a misunderstanding may occur. If you aren’t satisfied with your dealer’s
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handling of the situation, we suggest you discuss your problem with the appropriate member of the dealership’s management team. If the problem has already been reviewed with the appropriate manager of the
Service, Parts, or Sales department, contact the owner of the dealership or their designated representative.
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Warranty Statements
The American Honda Distributor’s Limited Warranty applies to outboards purchased in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Honda Canada Distributor’s Warranty applies to outboards purchased in Canada.
The product warranty is only valid in the country where the product was purchased.
United states, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands
Distributor’s Limited Warranty
This warranty is limited to Honda Outboard Motors and related original equipment distributed by American Honda
Motor Co., Inc., Power Equipment Division, 4900 Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847.
Products Covered by Warranty:
All models purchased before July 1, 2008
(1) (2)
All Models purchased on or after July 1, 2008
(2)
Length of Warranty: (from date of original retail purchase)
NONCOMMERCIAL/ COMMERCIAL/RENTAL STATE/LOCAL/FEDERAL
NONRENTAL
36 months
60 months
12 months
12 months
GOVERNMENT
24 months
24 months
Related original equipment items:
BF2 through BF30 models: Portable fuel tank and original propeller.
The same duration as the outboard with which they were purchased.
All models: Primer bulb/fuel line assembly and tiller handle.
(1) Models purchased prior to July 1, 2008 (unless previously purchased with True-5 warranty from a participating dealer).
(2) 35, 65, & 105 Jet models: Jet pump assembly is a dealer installed option. Jet pump warranty is provided by Specialty Manufacturing Co. (Outboard Jets).
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To Qualify for This Warranty:
The Honda Outboard Motor must be purchased from
American Honda or a dealer authorized by American
Honda to sell Honda Outboard Motors in the United
States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. This limited warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the applicable warranty time period.
What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under
Warranty:
American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any part that is proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable warranty time period. Warranty repairs and replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor. Anything replaced under warranty becomes the property of
American Honda Motor Company, Inc.
All parts replaced under warranty will be considered as part of the original product and any warranty on those parts will expire coincidentally with the original product warranty.
To Obtain Warranty Service:
You must, at your expense, take your Honda Outboard
Motor and proof of the original purchase date to any dealer who is authorized to service Honda Outboard
Motors in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S.
Virgin Islands, during the dealer’s normal business hours.
If you are unable to obtain warranty service, or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive, take the following steps: First, contact the owner of the dealership involved; normally this should resolve the problem. However, if you should require further assistance, write or call the Honda Marine Customer
Relations. Please see
Contacting Honda
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Exclusions:
This warranty does not extend to the following:
Conditions caused by lack of routine maintenance or improper storage (as outlined in the Owner’s Manual)
Conditions caused by the use of propeller (s) that do not allow the outboard motor to run in its recommended full throttle rpm range
Operation inconsistent with the recommended operation/duty cycle (as outlined in the Owner’s
Manual)
Parts affected or damaged by an abuse, submersion and/or collision
Normal wear and tear
Fuel contamination and water entering engine through the fuel intake, air intake or exhaust system
Operation with fuels, oils, additives and lubricants which are not suitable for use in the product
Use in an application for which the outboard motor was not designed, such as racing or competitive use or any other misuse or neglect
Incorporation of unsuitable attachments or parts
The unauthorized alteration, improper installation and/ or rigging, or any causes other than defects in material or workmanship
Corrosion to steering system or electrical components, corrosion due to electrolysis, water born foreign chemicals, improper service or corrosion caused by damage or abuse
TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION
Reimbursement for towing charges, in and out of water charges, or technician travel time
Growth of marine organisms on outboard motor surfaces, external or internal
Any product that has ever been declared a total loss or sold for salvage by a financial institution or insurer, or
’’
Disclaimer of consequential damage and limitation of implied warranties:
American Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the outboard, revenue, or the equipment in which the outboard is installed, transportation, commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damage. Any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this written limited warranty.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Accessories and Replacement Parts
This warranty is limited to Honda Marine parts, accessories and apparel when distributed by American Honda Motor Co.,
Inc., 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, California 90501-2746.
Products Covered by Warranty: Length of Warranty: (from date of original retail purchase)
Non Commercial Commercial/Rental Local/State/Federal
Government
Accessories other than noted below
12 months 3 months 3 months
Emission related accessories:
24 months 24 months 24 months
Portable fuel tanks, fuel line assemblies, and water/fuel separators
Replacement Parts
6 months 3 months 3 months
To Qualify for This Warranty:
1.
The accessories or replacement parts must be purchased from American Honda or a dealer, distributor, or distributor’s dealer authorized by
American Honda to sell those products in the United
2.
States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Parts and Accessories must be purchased for installation on original Honda equipment or engines to be eligible for warranty coverage. Installing parts and accessories on non-Honda products or engines voids this warranty.
You must be the first retail purchaser. This warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners.
What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under
Warranty:
American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any
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marine product accessories or replacement parts that are proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable warranty time period.
Anything replaced under warranty becomes the property of American Honda Motor Company, Inc. All parts replaced under warranty will be considered as part of the original product and any warranty on those parts will expire coincidentally with the original product warranty.
Accessories and replacement parts, installed by a dealer who is authorized by American Honda to sell them, will be repaired or replaced under warranty without charge for parts or labor. If installed by anyone else, accessories and replacement parts will be repaired or replaced under warranty without charge for parts, but any labor charges will be the responsibility of the purchaser.
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To Obtain Warranty Service:
You must, at your expense, take the Honda Outboard
Motor product accessory or replacement part or the outboard motor or boat on which the accessory or replacement part is installed, and proof of purchase to any Honda Marine authorized service facility or dealer in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, during normal business hours.
Exclusions:
This warranty does not extend to accessories or parts affected or damaged by collision, normal wear, use in an application for which the product was not designed or any other misuse, neglect, incorporation or use of unsuitable attachments or parts, unauthorized alteration, improper installation, or any causes other than defects in material or workmanship of the product.
Installing parts and accessories on non-Honda products or engines voids this warranty.
Disclaimer of consequential damage and limitation of implied warranties:
American Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the outboard motor, or the boat on which the product is installed, transportation, commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damage. Any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this written warranty. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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Emission Control System Warranty
Your new Honda outboard engine complies with both the
U.S. EPA and State of California emission regulations.
American Honda provides the same emission warranty coverage for outboard engines sold in all 50 states.
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATION
California
The California Air Resources Board and American
Honda Motor Co., Inc. are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2001 and later
Honda outboard engine. In California, new outboard engines must be designed, built, and equipped to meet
California’s stringent anti-smog emission standards in addition to the U.S. EPA emissions standards.
All States
In all areas of the United States your outboard engine must be designed, built, and equipped to meet the U.S.
EPA Emission Standard for spark ignited marine engines.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. must warranty the emission control system on your outboard engine for the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your outboard engine. Where a warranty condition exists,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. will repair your
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outboard engine at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.
Your emission control system may include such parts as the carburetor or fuel injection system and catalytic converter. Also included may be hoses, connectors and other emission-related assemblies.
MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL
SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE:
Your 2010 and later outboard engine is warranted for a minimum of five years or 250 hours of operation, whichever comes first, or the length of Honda Marine
Distributor’s Limited warranty, whichever is longer.
However, warranty coverage based on the hourly period is only permitted for outboard engines equipped with appropriate hour meters. If any emission-related part on your outboard engine is defective under warranty, the part will be repaired or replaced by American Honda
Motor Co., Inc.
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OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY:
As the outboard engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your outboard engine, but American
Honda Motor Co., Inc. cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the outboard engine owner, you should, however, be aware that American Honda Motor Co., Inc. may deny you warranty coverage if your outboard engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your outboard engine to a Honda Marine dealer as soon as a problem exists.
The warranty repair should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact American Honda
Motor Co., Inc., Marine Division Customer Relations
Office. Please see
Contacting Honda
WARRANTY COVERAGE:
Honda outboard engines certified to the CARB and EPA
2010 regulations are covered by this warranty for a minimum of five years or 250 hours of operation, whichever comes first, or the length of the Honda Marine
Distributor’s Limited warranty, whichever is longer from the date of delivery to the retail purchaser. This warranty is transferred to each subsequent purchaser for the duration of the warranty period.
Warranty repairs will be made without charge for diagnosis, parts and labor. All defective parts replaced under this warranty become the property of American
Honda Motor Co., Inc. A list of warranty parts is on page
135 . Normal maintenance items, such as spark plugs and
filters, that are on the warranted parts list are warranted up to their required replacement interval only.
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is also liable for damages to other engine components caused by a failure of any warranted part during the warranty period.
Only Honda approved replacement parts will be used in the performance of any warranty repairs and they will be provided without charge to the owner. The use of replacement parts not equivalent to the original parts may impair the effectiveness of your engine’s emission control system. If such a replacement part is used in the repair or maintenance of your engine, and an authorized
Honda Marine dealer determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part, your claim for your engine
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may be denied. If the part in question is not related to the reason that your engine requires repair, your claim will not be denied.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
You must take your Honda outboard engine, along with your sales registration card or other proof of original purchase date, at your expense, to any Honda Marine dealer who is authorized by American Honda Motor Co.,
Inc. to sell and service that Honda Marine product during his normal business hours. Claims for repair or adjustment found to be caused solely by defects in material or workmanship will not be denied because the engine was not properly maintained and used.
If you are unable to obtain warranty service, or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you received, contact the owner of the dealership involved. Normally this should resolve your problem. However, if you require further assistance, write or call the Honda Marine
Customer Relations Office of American Honda Motor
Co., Inc.
EXCLUSIONS:
Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are not covered by this warranty.
This warranty does not extend to emission control systems or parts which are affected or damaged by owner abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, misuse, misfueling, improper storage, and/or collision, the incorporation of, or use of, unsuitable attachments, or the unauthorized alteration of any part.
This warranty does not cover replacement of expendable maintenance items made in connection with required maintenance service after the item’s first scheduled replacement as listed in the maintenance section of the product owner’s manual, such as: spark plugs and filters.
DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE
AND LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. disclaims any responsibility for incidental or consequential damages such as loss of time or the use of outboard engine, or any commercial loss due to the failure of the equipment; and any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this written warranty. This warranty is applicable only where the California or U.S. EPA emission control system warranty regulation is in effect.
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS:
SYSTEMS COVERED BY THIS
WARRANTY:
Fuel Metering
Evaporative
Air Induction
Ignition
PARTS DESCRIPTION
Carburetor assembly, Throttle body, Fuel injector, Fuel pump, Fuel pressure regulator, Throttle position sensor, Intake air temperature sensor, Engine temperature sensor, Manifold absolute pressure sensor, Idle air control valve, Barometric pressure sensor, Fuel line solenoid valve, Intake manifold, Intake valves, and Oxygen sensor or Air fuel ratio sensor
Portable fuel tank, Fuel cap, Fuel hoses, Primer bulb, Fuel hose joint
Air intake duct, Vapor separator, Intake manifold tuning valve (Intake air bypass control valve)
Flywheel magneto, Ignition pulse generator, Ignition coil assembly, Ignition control module, Engine control module, Crankshaft position sensor, Spark plug cap,
Lubrication system
Crankcase Emission Control
Exhaust
Valve Control System
Oil pump and internal parts
Crankcase breather tube, Positive crankcase ventilation valve, Oil filler cap
Exhaust manifold and Exhaust valves
Rocker arm oil control valve
Miscellaneous Parts Tubing, fittings, seals, gaskets, and clamps associated with these listed systems.
＊
Covered up to the first required replacement only. See the Maintenance Schedule on page 72.
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Canada
Distributor’s Warranty
HONDA CANADA INC., for and on behalf of Honda
Motor Co. Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, gives the following written warranty on each new marine product manufactured by Honda Motor Co. Ltd., Japan, distributed in Canada by Honda Canada Inc. and sold by authorized Honda Marine dealers.
Whenever used herein, the word ‘‘Honda’’ refers to
Honda Canada Inc. and/or Honda Motor Co. Ltd., as appropriate from the context.
HONDA WARRANTS THAT each new Honda marine product will be free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in material or workmanship for the relevant warranty period set forth below. If any defects should be found in a Honda marine product within the relevant warranty period, necessary repairs and replacements with a new part or the Honda equivalent shall be made at no cost to the consumer for parts and labour, when Honda acknowledges that such defects are attributable to faulty material or workmanship at the time of manufacture.
WARRANTY PERIOD RETAILED ON OR
AFTER APRIL 1, 2005:
All Honda Outboard
Models
Non-commercial use
36 Months
Commercial use
12 Months
THIS WARRANTY COVERS
a) Any Honda marine product purchased in Canada from an authorized Honda dealer which has been registered b) at the time of purchase on a form provided by Honda, which has had set-up and pre-delivery service performed by an authorized Honda dealer and which is normally operated in Canada;
Any factory installed part (except normal maintenance c) parts referred to in ‘‘THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT
COVER’’); and
Any marine product on which required maintenance services have been performed as prescribed in the
Owner’s Manual.
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THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER
a) b)
Any repairs required as a result of collision, accident, striking any object, misuse or lack of required maintenance;
Any repairs required as a result of any attachments, c) parts or devices installed by or repairs done by a party other than an authorized Honda dealer;
Any outboard that has been operated out of water,
(Run Dry) damaging the water pump and or engine d) components due to insufficient cooling water.
Any marine products modified, altered, disassembled e) or remodelled;
Normal maintenance services, including tightening of nuts, bolts and fittings and engine tune-up and the replacement of parts made in connection with normal maintenance services including filters, spark plugs and f) g) wires, fuses, belts, lubricants and other expendables susceptible to natural wear;
Outboard propeller or shear pin.
All accessories or attachments.
THE OWNER’S OBLIGATION
In order to maintain the validity of this DISTRIBUTORS
WARRANTY, the required maintenance services as set forth in the Owner’s Manual must be performed at the proper intervals and detailed receipts and records retained as proof.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
You must take your Honda marine product, at your expense, during normal service hours, to any authorized
Honda Marine dealership. If you are unable to obtain or are dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive, first contact the owner of the dealership involved; this should resolve the problem. If you require further assistance, contact Honda Canada’s Customer Relations
Department at:
HONDA CANADA INC.
Customer Relations Office
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, Ontario L6 0H9
TELEPHONE: 1-888-946-6329 TOLL FREE
FAX : 1-877-939-0909 TOLL FREE
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REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORY
WARRANTY
New genuine Honda replacement parts or accessories sold to a consumer or installed by an authorized Honda
Marine dealer which are not covered by the
DISTRIBUTORS WARRANTY are warranted for a period of one year from date of purchase, provided, however, that this Replacement Parts and Accessory
Warranty does not apply to any replacement parts modified, used with, or installed on a marine product for which the replacement parts were not intended. Electrical components that are not installed by the dealer (sold over the counter) are not covered by warranty.
ENTIRE WRITTEN WARRANTY
This DISTRIBUTORS WARRANTY and the
REPLACEMENT PARTS AND ACCESSORY
WARRANTY are the only and the entire written warranties given by Honda for Marine engines. No dealer or his agent or employee is authorized to extend or enlarge on these warranties on behalf of Honda by any written or verbal statement or advertisement.
DISCLAIMER
To the extent the law permits, Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, transportation or towing costs or any other indirect, incidental or consequential damage, inconvenience or commercial loss.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER
The provisions contained in these written warranties are not intended to limit, modify, take away from, disclaim or exclude any warranties set forth in or the operation of
The Consumer Products Warranties Act, 1977
(Saskatchewan), The Consumer Product Warranty and
Liability Act (New Brunswick), The Consumer
Protection Act (Quebec), or any other similar provincial or federal legislation.
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Anodes ...........................................................................
Replacement ..............................................................
ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDERWAY?
...........................................................
(types equipped with electric starter) ........................
BATTERY CONNECTIONS .......................................
BEFORE OPERATION ................................................
BOAT TRANSOM REQUIREMENTS .......................
BREAK-IN PROCEDURE ...........................................
Carburetor Modification for High Altitude
Operation .................................................................
CLEANING AND FLUSHING ....................................
Choke Knob (manual choke type) ................................
Choke Knob Friction (manual choke type) ...................
COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS
.................................
CONTROLS ..................................................................
CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION
CODES ......................................................................
CONTROLS AND FEATURES ..................................
Cooling System Indicator ..............................................
CRUISING ....................................................................
Customer Service Information ....................................
Distributor’s Limited Warranty ...................................
Distributor’s Warranty ................................................
(types equipped with electric starter) ........................
ELECTRIC STARTER WILL NOT OPERATE .........
EMERGENCY STARTING .........................................
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency
Stop Switch ...........................................................
H Type (tiller handle) ................................................
R Type (remote control) ............................................
Emission Control System Information .......................
Emission Control System Warranty ............................
Latch ......................................................................
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...................
Oil
Change ...................................................................
Level Check ..........................................................
Recommendations .................................................
ENGINE OVERHEATS .............................................
ENGINE WILL NOT START ....................................
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Fast Idle Lever ...............................................................
Fuel
Filler Cap Vent Knob ................................................
Filter Inspection and Replacement ............................
Gauge (optional equipment) ......................................
...........................................
..................................................................
Priming Bulb .............................................................
RECOMMENDATIONS ..........................................
Fuse Replacement .......................................................
Change .......................................................................
Level Check ...............................................................
GEARSHIFT AND THROTTLE OPERATION
................................................
R Type (remote control) ............................................
Gearshift Lever ..............................................................
Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever ..................................
STARTING .............................................................
Honda Publications .....................................................
Ignition Switch ..............................................................
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....................
INDICATORS ...............................................................
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INSTALLATION ..........................................................
......................................
INSTRUMENTS ...........................................................
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Lubrication Points .........................................................
MAINTENANCE SAFETY .........................................
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ...................................
Manual Relief Valve (T type) .................................
MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING ...................
Oil filter Change ............................................................
Oil Pressure Indicator (R type) (H type) .......................
OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR GOES OFF AND
ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED ..............................
OPERATION ................................................................
OTHER FEATURES ....................................................
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ...................................
Overheat Indicator (R type) ..........................................
LIMITED ...............................................................
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PORTABLE FUEL TANK .....................................
Portable Fuel Tank and Tank Filter Cleaning ...............
POWER REQUIREMENTS .........................................
Power Tilt Switch (T type)
H Type (tiller handle) ................................................
R Type (remote control) ............................................
Propeller Replacement ..................................................
Recoil Starter Rope Inspection ......................................
REFUELING .................................................................
REMOVAL FROM STORAGE ...................................
Rev Limiter ....................................................................
....................................
Serial Number Locations .............................................
........................................................
..............................................................
Star Label ....................................................................
....................................................................
..........................................
................................................
R Type (remote control) ............................................
STEERING ....................................................................
H Type (tiller handle) ................................................
R Type (remote control) ............................................
Steering Friction Lever ..................................................
STOPPING THE ENGINE ...........................................
Emergency Engine Stopping .....................................
Normal Engine Stopping ...........................................
....................................................................
............................................................................
Engine oil ..................................................................
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS ........................................
SUBMERGED OUTBOARD MOTOR .....................
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Tachometer [optional equipment (R type)] ...................
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ....
INFORMATION .....................................................
TECHNICAL INFORMATION .................................
.............................................
Throttle Grip ..................................................................
Lever (manual tilt type) .............................................
Lock Lever (G and T types) ......................................
Transom Angle Adjusting Rod .....................................
TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ...................
TRANSPORTING ........................................................
ON BOAT .............................................................
FROM BOAT .......................................................
Warranty Statements ...................................................
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MEMO
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