5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 1. Check the engine oil level.
CAUTION:
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Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.
Non-detergent and low quality oils are not recommended.
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Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an
equivalent high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufac-
turer’s requirements for Service
Classification SE or SF. (Motor oils
classified SE or SF will show this
designation on the container.)
Select the appropriate viscosity for
the average temperature in your
area.
-20 0 20 40 60 60 lO(PF
-30 -2b -10 0 10 20 30 40°C
1. Position the outboard motor vertically; and remove the engine cover.
2. Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstick, and check the oil level with the dipstick resting on
the filler opening (do not screw in). If the oil level is low, fill to the
upper level mark.
Oil capacity: 0.55 P (0.58 US qt)
DIPSTICK
ENGCNE COVER LOCK LEVER
UNLOCK UPPER LEVEL (0.55 t’),
LOWER LEVEL 10.40 e)
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