5. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Propeller and Cotter Pin
COTTEk PIN
(stainless steel)
Propeller
Check the propeller blades for
damage, wear or deformation and
replace if necessary. Never operate the
outboard motor with a damaged pro-
peller.
Carrying a spare propeller, propeller
nuts, and cotter pins are common prac-
tice. If the propeller is damaged and no
spare propeller is available, consult an
authorized Honda Marine dealer.
(Refer to page 87 for propeller change
information)
PROiELLER
Cotter Pin
Check the cotter pin for damage and
correct installation. If the cotter pin
needs replacement use only a new
genuine Honda stainless steel cotter
pin.
Steering Friction Adjustment
(common)
1’ I”
TO DE&EASE
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STEERING
FRICTION
fl ADJUSTER
\- ” i0 INCREASE
FRICTION
I
Operate the steering wheel or tiller
handle right and left and check for the
amount of drag felt.
Adjust the steering friction adjuster so
that a slight amount of drag is felt. The
steering should move smoothly and
freely.
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