Honda Bf5 Owners Manual

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39 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD
Perform at every indicated month or
operating hour interval, whichever
comes first.Af ter useEvery year
or
200 hrs.
(2) Each useEvery 6 months
or
100 hrs.
(2)
(2)
(1) Check level
Change
Change
Check
Check-adjust
Check-adjust
Check-adjust
Replace
Check
Check
Check-adjust
Grease Engine oil
Gear case oil
Starter rope
Carburetor linkage
Valve clearance
Spark plug
Propeller and Cotter...

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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Perform at every indicated month or
operating hour interval, whichever
comes first. REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD
First month
or
20 hrs.
(2) Each use After use
(4)Every 6 months
or
100 hrs.
(2) Every 2 years (If necessary) (2) ITEM
Fuel tank and tank filter
Thermostat
Fuel filter
Fuel line
Bolts and Nuts
Crankcase breather tube
Cooling water passages
Water pumpClean
Check
Check
Replace
Check
Replace
Check-tightness
Check
Clean
CheckEvery year
or
200...

41 ENGINE COVER REMOVAL
AND INSTALLATIONEngine Oil Level Check
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
UPPER
LIMIT
LOWER
LIMIT ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER
UNLOCK
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
Running the engine with a low oil
level can cause engine damage. Check the engine oil level with the
engine stopped and the outboard
motor in the vertical position.
To install the engine cover, place the
cover on the outboard motor, then
turn the lock lever to the locked
position. The engine cover lock lever fastens
the engine cover to...

0.58 US qt (0.55)
42 Engine Oil Change
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
DRAIN PLUG
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. Unlock and remove the engine
cover (p. ). An engine oil evacuation device may
be used to remove the engine oil.
Drain the used oil into a...

SAE Viscosity Grade
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
43 Engine Oil Recommendations
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Oil is a major f actor af f ecting
performance and service life. Use
4-stroke automotive detergent oil.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for
general use.The SAE oil viscosity and service
classif ication are in the API label on
the oil container. Honda recommends
that you use API SERVICE category
SG, SH or SJ oil with the ‘‘starburst’’
certif ication mark displayed on the
container.
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44 Lubrication Points
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
PROPELLER SHAFT CLAMP SCREWSSWIVEL CASE THROTTLE
CABLE AND
PIVOT
SHIFT SHAFT
AND PIVOT
TILLER
HANDLE PIVOT
TILT RELEASE LEVER
AND REVERSE LOCK
RODTRANSOM ANGLE
ADJUSTING ROD ENGINE COVER
LOCK LEVER
To prevent corrosion, apply anticorrosion oil to pivot
surf aces where grease cannot penetrate. Apply marine waterproof grease to the following parts:
Lubrication interval:
20 operating hours or a month after the date of purchase
or the initial use, then...

µ
µ
µ
µ
W16EPR-U (DENSO) BPR5ES (NGK)
45 Spark Plug Service
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
0.028 0.031 in
(0.70 0.80 mm) SPARK PLUG WRENCH
SEALING WASHER
Incorrect spark plug can cause
engine damage. RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS:
Unlock and remove the engine
cover (p. ).
Disconnect the spark plug cap
from the spark plug.
Remove the spark plug with a
spark plug wrench and screwdriver
supplied in the tool kit.Measure the spark plug electrode
gap with a suitable gauge. The gap
should be 0.028 0.031 inches...

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SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
A loose spark plug can overheat
and damage the engine.
Overtightening the spark plug can
damage the threads in the cylinder
head.
Install and lock the engine cover. If reinstalling the used spark plug,
tighten 1/8 - 1/4 turn after the
spark plugs seat.
If reinstalling new spark plug,
tighten 1/2 turn after the spark
plugs seat.
Attach the spark plug cap. Install the spark plug caref ully, by
hand, to avoid cross-threading.Af ter the spark plug seats, tighten
with a spark...

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. 3.2 US gal (12
)
47 REFUELING
Portable Fuel Tank
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
VENT KNOB
CLOSE
FUEL CAP
OPENFUEL GAUGE
SAFE FILL LEVEL
To refuel, turn the vent knob
counterclockwise to the OPEN
position, and unscrew the fuel tank
cap.Ref uel in a well-ventilated area. Fill
the tank to the SAFE...

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.
48 FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
Fuel Pump Filter Inspection
and Replacement
Use unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane rating of 86 or higher.
SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
Running the engine with persistent
spark knock or pinging can cause
engine damage.
Distributor’s Limited
Warranty Your outboard motor...