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Honda Power Equipment BF75A Boat User Manual

1. 5 Ll m m SS a Doom naa ees 47 En L Li Ill om T LH L E ttt SIDE MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL BOX OPTIONAL RN POWER TILT I TRIM ANGLE SENSOR I POWER TILT SWITCH REMOTE CONTROL PANEL TOP MOUNT CARBURETOR HEATER X 4 OPMONAL HI i23 EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH Bun EMERGENCY STOP mogne 180 y CPANEL MOUNT WARNING LAMP REMOTE CONTROL EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH a Rar BOXY Br Gr LLL BUY CHOKE SWITCH ay 2 PANEL REMOTE ui CONTRGL BOX DPTICNAL lg TOP MOUNT REMOTE CONTRO BOX OPTIONAL E 1 ed fis r umque HEGMITION SWITCH RW CONTROL PANEL iui a aaa aan nw I POWER TILT MOTOR Lr u eee No 1 4 5 PULSE GENERATOR HEATER CONTROL a 7 CIOPTIONAL Bur 5 Gr ALTE THERMISTOR 2 3 IS AITION SE a GE
2. senes 63 SINGLE DUAL TOP MOUNT TYPE 66 SLeerlng 76 Friction Adjustment 50 Stern bracket PRE OPERATION CHECK 52 STOPPING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE TYPE 95 REMOTE CONTROL SIDE MOUNT 96 PANEL MOUNT 1 97 TOP MOUNT 98 112 1 66 126 Submerged Motor 1000 menn 124 Tachometer enean rentrer ri en 27 Throttle Friction Knob 15 15 Opening Indicator eee 15 Tilt Lock Lever 8 2 2 200 5 39 OPERATION 1 0 02 0 0 0 0 88 Tilting motor POWER TRIM TILT nee 84 TOOL Kit BREMEN 52 Tool and Spare Parts 105 Transom Angle Adjusting 41 TRANSPORTING 99 Trim Meter Controls 2 37 15 INDEX 86 Trim Tab SODIUM 39 Adjustment 89 130 Troubleshootin
3. MMEQCATELT CAUTION KEEF TOTALLY CLOAEO WHEN MOT 1H LG KEEP HEAT OPEN FLAME TSEQURE ABOVE DECH WELL VENTILATED AREA Do HOT USE FOR LOND FUEL STORAGE DO MOT USE FUEL OIL MIEPURE POUL MOTOR MANUFACTURERS RECUOHHEHDAT Cnm cre ni Em In at Hee Plt GEAR NEUTRAS LE Fats WARNING KEEP FROM FLAMES E B WIFE OFF SPLLED GASOLINE COMPLETELY B ELOKSNER DL FEU E ESSUTER TOUTE ESSENCE HEHVERSEE B GASOLINE ONLY E ESSENCE SEULEMENT Vy FIT BLE a OPTIONAL FUEL TANK READ MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OFERATION B PLACE TRANSMISSION IN STARTING B DC MOT OPERATE WITH ENGINE COVER REMOVED E SURE THE ASTVENTILATION PLATE 15 BELOW THE WATER LINE GO MOT SHIFT T REVERSE SUDDERLY HIGH SPEED E CHECK GIL LEVEL BEFORE STARTING FLUSH THE STSTEM THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH WATER AFTER EACH USE IN SALT WATER E EMERGENCT STARTING INSTRUCTIONS ARE TOF DF EMGIME 1 SAFETY eee SAFETY INFORMATION For your safety and the safety of oth ers pay special attention to these pre cautions Operator Responsibility Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency Understand the use of all controls Do not exceed the boat manufa
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5. may have 1f you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your Name of the dealer who sold the satisfaction please discuss it with che outboard motor to vou dealership s management The Service Manager or General Manager can help Name and address of the dealer who Almost all problems are solved 1n this services your outboard motor way E u Date of purchase If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Marine Customer Service You can write Your name address and telephone number A detailed description of the American Honda Motor Co Inc problem Murine Division Customer Service Office 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth Georgia 30136 2565 Or telephone 770 497 6400 134 Current customer service contact information 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 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
6. FIONN DA 75 90A Owner s MARN Manual TL EE LEE esses manual to your computer gm Pfft tty eee ane 35 HAH 0 EE Hc BENE EN FE H SESE EEE EE REP re EM HONDA MOTOR CO LTD os TT TTT Pe The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm J MUm Thank you for purchasing a Honda Outboard Motor This manual describes the operation and maintenance of the Honda BF 75A and BF 90A Outboard Motors All information in this publication 15 based on the latest product informa tion available at the time of printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission This manual should be considered a permanent part of the Outboard Motor and it must stay with the Outboard Moto
7. AY d ae Se e SPARK PLUG WRENCH 17 mm WRENCH 3 Disconnect the spark plug caps 6 Measure the plug gaps with a spark from the spark plugs plug gauge 4 Use the spark plug wrench and 17 The gaps should be 0 024 0 028 in mm wrench supplied in the tool 0 6 0 7 mm Correct as necessary kit to remove the spark plugs by carefully bending the side elec trode 5 Check the spark plugs Replace the spark plugs if there is apparent wear or if the insulators are cracked or chipped Clean the spark plugs with a wire brush if they are to be reused 10 MAINTENANCE 7 Thread the plugs in by hand to pre vent cross threading 8 After the spark plugs are seated tighten with a spark plug wrench and 17 mm wrench to compress the washers If installing new spark plugs tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plugs seat to compress the washers If reinstll ing used spark plugs tighten 1 8 1 4 turn after the spark plugs seat to compress the washers CORD 1 9 CORD 2 PLUG 2 Wi 2 d ut CORD 4 zed A PLUG 4 n 9 Reinstall the spark plug caps match ing the numbers on the cords with the cylinder numbers as shown The spark plugs must be securely tightened A loose spark plug can become very hot and may cause engine damage Overtightening the spark plugs can damage the threads Battery not included Minimum requirement
8. After refilling install and tighten the fuel cap securely Turn the vent knob clockwise to the closed position Return the fuel tank to the boat 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Fuel Recommendations Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher This engine is designed 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 gaso line mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Occasionally you may hear light spark knock or ping ing metallic rapping noise while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized Honda Ma rine or Honda Outboard Motor dealer Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage Running the engine with persistent spark knock or ping ing is misuse and the Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by misuse 47 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Oxvygenated Fuels METHANOL methyl or wood alcohol 5 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 595 methanol by volume as tong as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasoline containing more than 5 If you use an oxyge
9. POINTER THROTTLE GRIP 3 Align the engine start symbol ty on the throttle grip with the pointer on the tiller handle S STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE TYPE 4 5 CHOKE KNOB When the engine is cold or ambient temperature is low pull the choke knob Turn the ignition switch key to the START position and release the key when the engine starts The starter motor consumes a large amount of current Do not run it continuously for more than 5 seconds at a time If the engine does not start within 5 seconds wait at least 10 seconds before using the starter motor again IGNITION SWITCH KEY NOTICE Do not turn the ignition switch key to the start position while the engine is running This can damage the starter motor and fly wheel 57 5 STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE TYPE THROTTLE GRIP CHOKE KNOB 6 If it was necessary to use the choke knob to start the engine slowly return it to its initial position Turn the throttle grip in the SLOW direction to a position where the engine does not stall After the engine starts verify that water is flowing through the cooling system by monitoring the cooling system indicator The amount of water coming out of the cooling system indicator will vary due to thermostat operation Stop the engine if water does not come out of the cooling system indicator or if you see steam 58 each side COOLINC SYST
10. s in the boat with the vent knob closed discon nect the fuel hose connector from the outboard motor refer to page 53 fS Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately Over Rev Limiter This outboard motor is equipped with an engine over rev limiter which limits the maximum engine rpm This over rev limiter protects the engine from mechanical damage The over rev limiter may be activated by putting the propeller in a light load condition or propeller ventilation When the over rev limiter is activated the engine rpm will become unstable or erratic Should this occur reduce the throttle opening and wait for the engine rpm to stabilize then increase the throttle opening On ihe power trim tilt type motors lower the trim angle on high speed turns to reduce the possibility of propeller ventilation If the over rev limitter activates when trim tilt angle is correct stop the engine and check for mounting problems and propeller damage If mounted improperly fix it If the propeller is damaged replace it 3 CONTROLS COMMON Engine Cover Lock Levers FRONT FREE REAR ENGINE COVER ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER LOCK LEVER The engine cover look levers are used to fasten the engine cover To open and remove the engine cover tu
11. 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH 22 th 1 XI EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH SWITCH CLIP LANVARD The emergency stop switch lanyard is provided to stop the engine immedi ately in the event the operator falls overboard or away from the controls The emergency stop switch clip must be engaged with the emergency stop switch or the engine will not start When the emergency stop switch clip becomes disengaged from the emer gency stop switch the engine will stop immediately The emergency engine stop switch should not be used to normally stop the engine Use the ignition switch to normally stop the engine Attach the emergency stop switch lan yard securely to the operator when operating the outboard motor SPARE EMERGENCY STOF SWITCH CLIP A spare emargency switch clip is provided the tool bag 33 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Throttle Button neutral Backward CONTROL LEVER Push THROTTLE BUTTON By moving the control lever forward or backward when the throttle button is pushed in the throttle opening will be increased without engaging the gears It is necessary to position the control lever in N neutral to push tn the throttle button 34 Choke Switch We QC When the engine ts cold put the choke switch on A rich fuel mixture will be provided to the engine CONTROL N LEVER Manua
12. 4 IGNITION COIL MAIN FUSE 30A GROUND STARTER 4 MOTOR d No 4 PLUG SPARK PLUG IGNITION CONTROL MODULE a i a LL di nee 5886 ee or ul Lio 05 4 WITCH ANGLE SENSOR r ee 16 WIRING DIAGRAM REMOTE CONTROL SIDE MOUNT r vee See eee TER CONTROL UNIT OPTIONAL i TACHOMETER CARBURETOR HEATER Gr TRIM METER 20 WX OPTIONAL VOLTMETER HOUR METER x 5 E THERMISTUOR To LIGHTING SWITCH L Commercially li bldh Of zt i2 i2 i ieee 2 sce Bu STOP SAATE EH Se BLY 1 4 PULSE GENERATOR i ALTERNATOR 2 3 IGNITION PULSE GENERATOR Eu E i ICI em
13. 77 REMOTE CONTROL TYPE 79 81 83 Emergency Starting 22 2 69 Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard TILLER HANDLE 16 REMORE CONTROL TYPE 21 27 33 Engine Cover Removal Installation 44 Fuel 119 Engine Oil Level check eeeeeneeeneenn 45 Change 108 Pressure and Overhcat Warning System eene Over Rev Limiter 42 stop 16 Fuel Cap Gauge Vent Knob optional fuel tank 42 Level NNNM 46 Line 0 nemen een 53 Optional Fuel 53 Tank and Filter optional fuel tank 12 Fuel Recommendations eese 47 Fuse Replacement 122 Gear Qil REM 110 Gear Shifting TILLER HANDLE 76 REMOTE CONTROL TYPE 78 80 82 High Altutude Operation eee 94 Ignition Switch FILLER HANDLE TYPE 14 REMOTE CONTROL TYPE 20 26 32 Lubrication 116 MANTENANCE 104 SCHEDULE 2 21 01 106 Manual Choke 22 22 28 34 R
14. damaged or leaking fuel Be sure the fuel hose is not kinked 1 Connect the fuel hose connector to the fuel tank Be sure the fuel hose connector 15 securely snapped in place 53 5 STARTING THE ENGINE FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR 2 Connect the fuel hose connector to the outboard motor Install the outboard end fuel hose connector with the clip toward the outside Be sure the fuel hose connector is securely snapped in place If the outboard end fuel hose connec tor is forcibly installed in the rever sed direction the fuel hose connector O rring seal can be damaged A damaged O ring seal can cause fuel leak 54 Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can he burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handie fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately OUTLET END MOTOR PRIMER BULB INLET END TANK Hold the primer bulb so that the outlet end 1s higher than the inlet end The arrow on the primer bulb points upward Squeeze the primer bulb several times until it feels firm indicating that fuel has reached the carburetors Check for fuel leaks and repair any leaks before starting the engine Do not squeeze the primer buib when the engine is running because this could cause the carburetors to overflow 5 STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE TYPE Ignition Switch Shift Lever Choke Knob GEAR
15. neutral toward forward engage the F forward gear MAXIMUM OPENING neutral Forward Moving the controi fever farther than 35 will increase the throttle opening and boat speed For optimum fuel economy limit throttle opening to 80 When cruising at high throttle under rough water condition or large waves the propeller may not remain fully in the water and the engine speed could exceed the maximum speed range Slow down to keep the propeller in the water 83 6 OPERATION POWER TRIM TILT Power Trim Tilt System The power trim tilt system can adjust the motor angle while cruising or the motor tilt angle while mooring Motor trim angle adjustment ts necessary to compensate tor boat load or weight distribution water conditions pro peller or engine condition The motor trim angle can be adjusted while accelerating or cruising to obtain the maximum boat speed optimum boat stability and fuel economy Under normal conditions the boat will achieve optimum boat performance when the engine is running at maxi mum rpm and the ventilation plate is level with the water Press either the UP or DN portion of the power trim tilt switch and trim the motor to the best position for the cruising conditions The power trim tilt system operates when the switch is pressed and it stops when the switch is released 84 POWER TRIM
16. Engine flooded 5 Set shift lever in neutral positon Replace fuse Start by rope refer to page 69 Engage the emergency slap switch refer page HT and 3 Supply fuel refer to Open vent knob refer to Squeeze primer bulb to supply fue refer to Clean and dry spark plugs refer to 6 OPERATION Break in Procedure Break in period 10 hours Break in operation allows the moving parts to wear in evenly and thus ensures proper performance and longer outboard motor life Break in your new outboard motor as follows First 15 minutes Run the engine at trolling speed Use the minimum amount of throttle opening necessary to operate the boat at safe trolling speed Next 45 minutes Run the engine up to a maximum of 2 000 to 3 000 rpm or 10 to 3095 throttle opening Next 60 minutes Run the engine up to maximum of 4 000 to 5 000 rpm or 50 to 8075 throttle opening Short bursts of full throttle are acceptable but do not operate the engine contin uously at full throttle Next 8 hours Avoid continuous full throttle oper ation 10022 throttle opening Do not run the engine at full throttle for more than 5 minutes at a time For boats that plane easily bring the boat up on plane then reduce the throttle opening to the specified break in settings called out above 75 6 OPERATION TILLER HANDLE TYPE Gear Shifting THROTTLE OPENING
17. Knob 22 Power Tilt Switch engine pan 37 Tool KI 2 57 Oil Pressure Indicator Light Buzzer 23 Trim Meter TEC 22 Overheat Indicator Ligh Buzzer 23 Tachometer optional equipment 37 Power Trim Tilt Switch 24 Manual Relief Valve ness 38 Opuonal Fuel Tank 53 Tilt Lock Lever 39 Fuel Line Connection 53 CONTENTS STARTING THE ENGINE Manual Relief Valve 87 Fuel Tank and Filter 121 TILLER HANDLE TYPE 55 Tilt Lock 88 Fuse Replacement 122 STARTING THE ENGINE Trim Tab Adjustment 89 REMOTE CONTROL TYPE 60 MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM Submerged Motor 124 SIDE MOUNT TYPE 60 Engine Oil Pressure and 11 126 PANEL MOUNT TYPE 63 Overheat Warning System 90 s TOP MQUNT 66 Over Rev Limiter 92 113 SPECIFICATIONS 132 STARTING THE ENGINE Ung m F2 4 WARRANTY SERV 134 EMERGENCY STARTING 69 Shallow Water Operation 03 15 Troubleshooting Starting Problems 74 High Altitude Operation 94 WIRING DIAGRAM 139 Break in Procedure 75 TILLER H
18. Power Trum Tilt R Remote Control H Tiller Handle X Extra Lone Shaft L Lone Shaft LJ IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS Record the Product Identification Number P LN and the Engine Serial Number for your reference Refer to the Product Identification Number when ordering parts and when mak ing technical or warranty inquiries seepage 134 RACKET i LEFT STERN B PS PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The Product Identification Number 15 The Engine Serial Number is stamped stamped on a plate and attached to the on the cylinder block in the front of left stern bracket the engine Product identification number Engine serial number CONTENTS PANEI MOUNT TYPE 39 SAFETY LABELS Remote Control Lever 25 Anode Metal 40 SAFETY INFORMATION y Nertral Release Levet 26 Cooling System Indicator 40 8 Ignition Switch 26 Walter Intakes eese 40 Switch pense 27 Transom Angle Adjusting Rod 41 R HANDLE TYPE Throttle Button ue 28 Fuel Cap Gauge Vent Knob Ignition Switch i e 4 Choke Switch imme di optional fue 42 Gear Shift Lever murem d Manual Choke Knob ni 28 Over Rev Limiter EE 2 Choke 14 Oil Pressure Indicator Light Buzzer 29 Engine Cover Lock Lever 4
19. angle adjusting rod up to remove To install insert into the proper hole and turn down to lock fter installation pull the transom angie adjusting rod out ward to be sure it is locked in place The motor should never be operated TRANSOM ANGLE TO CHANGE ADJUSTING ROD with the transom angle adjusting rod UNLOCKED POSITION removed 1 4 gt TO LOCK LOCKED POSITION Start with the transom angle adjusting rod in the hole closest to the boat tran som lower the motor and operate the boat at full speed If the bow is exces sively low stop the boat Tilt the motor up and raise the transom angle adjust ing rod one more hole away from the transom and retest The optimum boat trim is when the boat is parallel with the water The transom angle adjust ing rod stops the motor s forward movement 41 3 CONTROLS COMMON Fuel Cap Gauge Vent Knob optional fuel tank VENT KNOB FUEL FELLER CAP GAUGE The fuel gauge is part of the fuel cap The fuel cap vent knob controls air entering and leaving the fuel tank When refilling the fuel tank turn the vent knob counterclockwise to the open position and remove the fuel cap Before transporting storing or refill ing the fuel tank inspect the condition of the fuel cap gasket and replace if necessary 42 Before transporting or storing the fuel tank turn the vent knob fully clock wise to the closed position Anytime the fuel tank
20. boat is stopped and the engine 1s off After tilting the motor turn the manual relief valve clockwise securely The manual relief valve must be tightened securely before operating the motor or the motor could tilt up when operating in reverse 87 6 OPERATION POWER TRIM TILT TILT LOCK VEVER Tilt Lock Lever Use the tilt lock lever when the boat is moored 1 Tilt the motor up as far as will go using the power trim tilt switch 2 Move the tilt lock lever to the LOCK position and lower the out board motor untill the lock lever ontacts the stern bracket refer to page 39 88 TILT LOCK 27 FREE LEVER A Lock position It may be necessary to lift the engine cover grip slightly to swing the tilt lock lever into the LOCK position Io lower the motor the motor up slightly rnove the tilt lock lever to the FREE position and lower the motor to the desired position 6 OPERATION Trim Tab Adjustment The trim tab is provided to adjust for torque steer which is a reaction of the propeller rotation or propeller torque If during a high speed turn an unequal amount of effort is required to turn the boat right or left adjust the trim tab so that an equal amount of effort is required Distribute the load evenly in the boat and run the boat in a straight course at full throttle Slightly turn the steering wheel or tiller handle for both right and left turns
21. boat speed 3 For optimum fuel economy limit throttle opening to 80 When cruising at high throttle under rough water condition or large waves the propeller may not rematn fully in the water and the engine speed could exceed the maximum speed range Slow down to keep the propeller in the water 79 6 OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE PANEL MOUNT TYPE a a Shifting p neutral neutral NEUTRAL forward Pom Pm reverse LEVER RELEASE LEVER 1 7 MAXIMUM OPENING POWER 154 TRIM TILT MAXIMUM SWITCH OPENING While pulling up the neutral release Moving the control lever farther The control lever will not move unless lever move the control lever forward or backward than 35 will ihe neutral release lever is pulled up approximately 35 toward F forward Increase throttle opening and boat or toward R reverse to engage the speed desired gear 80 6 OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Cruising N POWER TRIM TILT neutral SWITCH forward A il MAXIMUM __ OPENING LOWEST POSITION 1 Press the DN portion of the power Moving the lever farther trim tilt switch to tilt the motor to than 35 will increase the throttle the lowest position 2 Move the control lever opening and boat speed approximately 35 from N neutral toward F forward to 3 For optimum fuel economy limit engage the F forward gear thro
22. primer bulb Emgine overheats Water intake screens are clogged Spark plug is not of speci fied rating Water pump is faulty Thermostat 15 clogged Thermostat is faulty Water tube or passage 15 Clogged Exhaust gas 15 entering cooling system Normal sparking 131 13 SPECIFICATIONS BF75A Description Code BBAL XRT Overalt length 910 mm 760 mm 35 8 in 29 9 in Overall width 500 mm 480 mm 23 2 in 18 9 in Overall height 1 720 mm 67 7 1n 1 590 mm 62 6 1n 537 mm 664 mm 21 1 in 26 1 in Weight 79 kg 174 kg 179 kg 394 1 383 Ib 394 Ib SS2kW 75 Full throttle 4 stroke OHC in line 4 cylinder 1 590 cc 97 0 cu in 132 Transom height 5 000 6 000 rpm 1 starter system Electric starter CDI Trochoid pump pressure lubrication Specified oil Engine API standard SG SH SAE 10W 30 40 Gear case Quicksilver Gear Lube or Quicksilver Super Duty Lower Unit Lubricant Engine 4 5 lit 4 7 US qt Gear case 670 cc 22 7 fl oz BLAG 12V 16A Water cooling with thermostat Onl capacity D C output Cooling system DR7EA Gear change Forward Neutral Reverse Exhaust system Spark plugs dog type Trnsom angle 5 stages 8 12 16 20 24 13 SPECIFICATIONS starter system Electric starter lenition system Lubrication
23. reverse gear Moving the lever farther into the R position will increase the throttle opening and the boat s reverse speed 25 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Neutral Release Lever NEUTRAL RELEASE LEYER The neutral release lever is on the remote control lever to prevent an accidental gear engagement The remote control lever will not engage forward or reverse gear unless the neutral release lever is pulled up 26 Ignition Switch ON START To run the engine after starting the battery will discharge if the key is left in this position with the engine OFF not running OFF IGNITION To stop the engine IGNITION SWITCH OFF KEY To prevent the battery from dis charging keep the key in the OFF position when the engine 15 not run The switch panel is equipped with a ning key type ignition switch Key positions START To activate the starter motor and start the engine the remote control lever must be in the neutral position 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP The emergency stop switch lanyard 1s provided to stop the engine immedi ately in the event the operetor falls overboard or away from the controls The emergency stop switch clip must be engaged with the emergency stop Switch or the engine will not start When the emergency stop switch clip becomes disengaged from the emer gency stop switch the engine will
24. stop immediately EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CN E EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD emergency engine stop switch should not be used to normally stop the engine Use the ignition switch to normally stop the engine Attach the emergency stop switch lan yard securely to the operator when operating the outboard motor 35 Vh e SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP A spare emargency switch clip is provided in the tool bag 27 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Throttle Neutral Backword Forward Y NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER THROTTLE BUTTON By moving the control lever forward or backward when the throttle button is pushed the throttle opening will be increased without engaging the gears 15 necessary to position the control lever in IN neutral to push in the throitle button 28 Choke Switch NA When the engine ts cold put the choke switch ON A rich fuel mixture will be provided to the engine Manual Choke Knob CHOKE KNOB A manual choke knob 15 located on the right side of the motor which can be used 1n the event the battery is dis charged Pull the manual choke knob and a rich fuel mixture will be provid ed to the engine 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Oil Pressure Indicator Light Buzzer Overheat Indicator Light Buzzer GREEN The green oil pressure indicator light The
25. the neutral position 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE p o5 COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR d gt j 2 NE WATER INTAKE each side 7 After the engine starts verify water is flowing through the cooling system by monitoring the cooling system indica tor The amount of water coming out of the cooling sys tem indicator will vary due to thermostat operation Stop the engine if water does not come out of the cooling sys tem indicator or if you see steam Check the water intake screens and the cooling system indicator discharge port and if necessary remove any obstructions If the problem continues contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer Running the outboard motor with an obstruction in the cooling system can damage the water pump and overheat the engine The propeller must remain underwater Running the outboard motor out of the water will damge the water pump and overheat the enpine OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT NORMAL GREEN LIGHT ON ABNORMAL GREEN LIGHT BLINKING OR OFF i With the engine running check to see if the green engine oil pressure indicator light turns ON Stop the engine if the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON Check the engine oil level see page 45 If the il level is normal and the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer Warm up the engine as follows A
26. the battery terminals and ca ble ends with marine anticor rosion grease Put the cover on the battery box and secure the battery box to the boat 115 10 MAINTENANCE THROTTLE FRICTION KNOB TILLER HANDLE Lubrication Lubrication interval After the first 20 hours or 1 month then every 100 hours or 6 months Refer to the maintenance schedule page 106 Apply marine anticorrosion grease to the following parts TILLER HANDLE BRACKET 116 10 MAINTENANCE SHIFT ARM THROTTLE REEL PROPELLR SHAFT TILT BRACKET 117 10 MAINTENANCE THROTTLE ARM SHIFT SHAFT CHOKE AKM ADJUSTING ROD N e 22 m 118 10 MAINTENANCE Engine Fue Filter FUEL PUMP FAA P ON FUEL FILTER The engine fuel filter is located under the engine cover between the fuel cou pling and the fuel pump Water or sediment accumulated in the fuel filter can cause loss of power or hard start ing Check interval Every 100 hours or 6 months Refer to the maintenance schedule page 107 Change interval Every 400 hours or 2 years Refer to the maintenance schedule page 107 Always work in a well ventilated area Make sure that any fuel drained from the outboard motor is stored in an approved gasoline container Be care ful not to spill any fuel when replacing the filter Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel spilled ma
27. unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically profocient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For professtonal commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals EVERY 100 HRS OR 6 MONTHS 10 MAINTENANCE EVERY 200 HRS OR YEAR EVERY 400 HRS OR 2 YEARS 107 10 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance service life and emission Oil check interval Each use Oil change interval After the first 20 hours or 1 month then every 100 hours or 6 months Refer to the maintenance schedule page 106 Oil capacity 4 2 US qt 4 0 lit When oil filter 15 not replaced 47 US qt 4 5 lit When oil filter 15 replaced 108 Recommended oil SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 Use 4 strake motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service classification SG or SH Always check the API SERVICE label on the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SG or SH Using nondetergent oil can shorten the engine s service life and using 2 stroke oil can damage the engine CIL LEVEL DIPSTICK _ UPPER MJ LIMIT 22 y Engine Oil Check Check the engine oil level positioning the outboard motor vertically 1 Remove the engine cover 2 Pull out the dipstick and wipe off 3 Reinsert the dipstick and pull out again 10 check the level lf the level is near the lower limit refill up t
28. 0 x 12 mm WRENCH QT EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE 8 mm WRENCH PLIERS n FLAT SCREWDRIVER SCREWDRIVER HANDLE amp II PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER OIL CHECK SCREWDRIVER HI SPARK PLUG WRENCH TOOL BAG N The following tools and spare parts are supplied with the outboard motor for maintenance adjustment and emergency repairs 105 10 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD 3 FIRST EVERY EVERY EVERY ITEM Perform at every indicated month EACH USE 20 HRS 100 HRS OR 200 HRS 400 HRS OR or poerating hour intervals OR MONTH 6 MONTHS OR YEAR 2 YEARS whichever comes first Engine oil Check level Gear case oil Check level and Check for water contamination Change Engine oil filter Change Engine timing belt Check readjust Carburetor linkage and idling speed Adjust Valve clearance Check readjust 106 REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD 3 ITEM Perform at every indicated month EACH USE or poerating hour intervals whichever comes first Fuel tank and tank filter Clean Tank filter Replace if necessary Fuel filter Check Chenge Thermostat Check Fuel iine Replace if necessary Battery fluid Check level Cable connections Check tightness Bolts and Nuts Check tightness NOTE 1 Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water FIRST 20 HRS OR MONTH 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda Marine dealer
29. 3 Throttle 15 Overheat Indicator Light Buzzer 29 Fuel Hose Connector sees Throttle Opening Indicator 15 Power Trim Tilt Switch 30 Throttle Frictton Knob ius 712 TOP MOUNT TYPE EE Cover Removal Installabon 44 Engine Stop Switch 16 Remote Control Lever Engine ined e 45 Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard 16 Ignition Switch 32 Fuel Level optional fuel tank S 46 Pressure Indicator Light 17 Emergency dd Switch L anyard 33 Fuel Recommendations 47 Overheat Indicator Light 17 Throttle Button E 4 Oxygenated Fuels terme 48 Power Trim Tilt Switch 18 Choke Switch 24 Propeller and Fab Washer 49 Steering Friction Adjuster 18 Manual Choke Knob e 34 Steering Friction Adjustment REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Oil Pressure Indicator Light Buzzer ee de TILLER HANDLE TYPE 50 SIDE MOUNT TYPE Overheat Indicator Light Buzzer 35 Remote Control Friction Remote Control Lever 19 Power Trim Tilt Switch Adjustment 50 Neutral Release Lever 20 remote contro lever 36 Engine Cover Lock Lever Ignition Switch 20 Power Trim Tilt Switch Adjustment 51 Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard 21 control box console 36 Other Checks Choke Fast Idele Lever 22 COMMON viser Da k 24 Manual Choke
30. AINTENANCE 8 Engage the emergency stop 9 Take the outboard motor to your switch clip with the emergency closest authorized Honda Marine stop switch and attempt to start dealer for inspection and service the engine be sure the water as soon as possible level is at least 2 inches above the antiventilation plate If the engine fails to start re move the spark plugs clean and dry the electrodes then re instal the spark plugs and at 6 Change the engine oil refer to tempt to start the engine again page 108 7 Put a teaspoon of engine oil into If the engine starts and no me cach spark plug hole to lubricate chanical damage is evident the inside of the cylinders Then continue to run the engine for a 1 2 rotate the engine several times us hour or longer ing the emergency starter rope Reinstall the spark plugs If there was water in the engine crankcase or the drained used NOTICE engine oil showed signs of walter Running the outboard motor contamination then a second without sufficient cooling water engine oil change should be will damage the water pump performed after running the engine and overheat the engine for a 1 2 hour 125 11 STORAGE For longer service life of the outboard motor have your outboard motor ser viced by an authorized Honda Marine dealer before storage If you are unable to take the motor to your dealer proceed as follows Draining the Carburetors Gasolin
31. ANDLE TYPE 95 TILLER HANDLE TYPE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Gear Shifting 76 SIDE MOUNT TYPE 96 76 PANEL MOUNT 97 d TOP MOUNT 98 REMOTE CONTROL 8 TRANSPORTING 99 SIDE MOUNT TYPE 102 Gear Shifting 78 teases oceans TUS 9 THE IMPORTANCE OF PANEL MOUNT TYPE MAINTENANCE 104 Gear Shifting 80 MAINTENANCE SAFETY 104 6 Too Kit and Spare Parts 105 TOP MOUNT TYPE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 106 Gear Shifting 82 Engine Qil 108 CTUISIBE Q2 Gear 110 POWER TRIM TILT Spark 12 Power Trim Tilt System 84 Battery not included 113 Trim Meter eene 86 Lubrication 116 Power Tilt Switch engine 87 Engine Fuel Filter 119 1 SAFETY SAFETY LABELS These labels are in the ocations shown They warn you of potential hazards that could seriously injure you Read these labels carefully GASOLINE EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE FOR USE MOTOR FUEL OnLy HAT CONTAIN LEAD AMT E KM DANGER OR FATAL SWALLOWED KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CO HACE VOMTTING CALL
32. COMMON Manuai Relief Valve If the power trim tilt switch will not o MANUAL RELIEF VALVE tilt the outboard motor the motor can be manually tilted up or down by UT opening the manual relief valve To o A m tilt the outboard motor manually turn the manual valve under the left stern bracket no more than 1 or 2 turns counterclockwise using a screw driver After tilting the motor turn the manual relief valve clockwise securely The manual relief valve must be tight To fix ened securely before operating the 7 motor or the motor could tilt up when operating ir reverse MANUAL POWER To release 38 3 CONTROLS COMMON Tilt Lock Lever Z FREE TILT LOCK LEVER x Use the tilt lock lever to hold the motor in the highest tilt position when the boat is moored for a long time Tilt the motor up as far as it will go then move the tilt lock lever into the lock position and gently lower the motor NOTICE Hitting piers or other boats when the motor is tilted can cause damage Be especially careful to prevent the boat from bumping anything while the motor is tilted Trim Tab TRIM TAB When making a turn if an unequal amount of effort 15 required to turn the steering wheel or tiller handle right or left adjust the trim tab so that an equal amount of effort is required Distribute the load evenly in the boat and run the boat in straight course at full thr
33. EM INDICATOR WATER INTAKE Check the water intake sereens and the cooling system indicator discharge port and if necessary remove any obstructions If the problem continues contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer NOTICE Running the outboard motor with an obstruction in the cooling system can damage the water pump and overheat the engine The propeller must remain underwater Running the out board motor out of water will damage the water pump and overheat the engine 5 STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE TYPE for 2 or 3 minutes Below 41 F 5 C run the engine for at least 10 minutes at approximately 2 000 rpm 9 Warm up the engine as follows Q 44 Above 41 F 5 C run the engine OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT Failure to completely warm up the eneine will result in poor engine NORMAL GREEN LIGHT ON ABNORMAL GREEN LIGHT pe BLINKING OR OFF 8 With the engine running check to see if the green engine oil pressure indicator light turns ON Stop the engine if the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON heck the engine oil level see page If the oil level is normal and oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer 59 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE SIDE MOUNT TYPE EMERGENCY STOP 7 SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP CLIP ST SWITCH LANYARD
34. FRICTION Adjust the steering friction ajduster so that a slight amount of drag is felt The steering sholud move smoothly and freely Turning the steering friction adjuster knob to the right increases the drag and to the left decreases 50 a vi TO INCREASE 2 _ FRICTION FRICTION REMOTE y CONTROL FRICTION _ ADJUSTER REMOTE CONTROL TO DECREASE TO DECREASE ADJUSTER FRICTION FRICTION Move the remote control lever into TO DECREASE forward and reverse gears and check TOP MOUNT TYPE FRICTION the amount of drag felt TO INCREASE FRICTION Adjust the remote control friction adjuster so that a slight amount of drag is felt The remote control lever should move smoothly and freely REMOTE CONTRL FRICTION ADJUSTER EM 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Engine Cover Lock Lever Adjustment Inspect front and rear end individually 3 ust if the clerance is outside the If the engine cover becomes loase it l specified range will shake and become noisy and it may allow water t enter y Adjustment Inspect the engine cover fastening FRONT 1 Remove the engine cover Loosen each hook bracket retaining bolt and adjust the height of the brackets to gain the proper clearance condition and adjust if necessary 0 19 0 23 in 4 8 5 8 mm Inspection Adjust front and rear end 1 Install the engine cover an
35. INDICATOR POINTER Gearshift lever has 3 positions FORWARD NEUTRAL and REVERSE An indicator at the base of the gearshift lever aligns with the letters N and R on the engine pan 1 Align the pointer on the tiller han dle with the SLOW position on the throttle grip to decrease engine speed 76 GEAR SHIFT LEVER The throttle mechanism 1s designed to limit the throttle grip travel when operating in the REVERSE or NEU TRAL positions The throttle grip can only be turned to the FAST position when operating in forward gear 2 Move the gearshift lever to engage the desired gear Steering RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN 7 Move the tiller handle io the right Move the tiller handie io the left The tiller handle is moved in the oppo site direction in which you want the boat to tum 6 OPERATION TILLER HANDLE TYPE Cruising Z a S POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH 1 Press the DN portion of the power trim tilt switch to tilt the motor to the lowest position LOWEST POSITION 2 With the gearshift lever in the F forward position turn the throttle grip toward the FAST mark to increase speed For optimum fuel economy limit throttle opening to 80 When cruising at high throttle under rough water condition or large waves the propeller may not remain fully in the water and the engine speed could exceed the maximum speed range Slow down to keep the propeller in
36. LEVEL ANODE METAL INSPECTION PLUG ANODE METAL WATER INTAKE EXHAUST TRIM TAB PORT GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT 10 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE SIDE MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL POWER TRIM TILT NEUTRAL SWITCH RELEAE LEVER OIL PRESSURE LEVER 2 INDICATOR LIGHT OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT wy 2 B CHOKE FAST IDLE 9 LEVER BD AN IGNITION SPARE EMERGENCY Se SWITCH STOP SWITCH CLIP IT A BUZZER 4 INSIDE SQ ney REMOTE CONTROL qp FRICTION ADJUSTER P EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP PANEL MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH NEUTRAL CONTROL RELEASE LEVER LEVER EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH B THROTTLE BUTTON 11 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE SINGLE TOP MOUNT DUAL TOP MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL POWER TRIM TILT POWER TRIM T SWITCH SWIT M TILT SIMULTANEOUS CONTROL CONTROL LEVER L LEVER POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH RIGHT INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENT THROTTLE THROTTLE BUTTON BOTTON POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH LEFT INDIVIDUAL OIL PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT ex morn LIGHT OVERHEAT INDICATOR LIGHT CONTROL PANEL for PANEL TOP MOUNT type BUZZER IGNITION SWITCH CHOKE SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH T EMERGENCY CLIP STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH gt LANYARD 12 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION COMMON FUEL TANK optional equipment VEN
37. MERATOR GROUND STARTER RELAY i ror m m om D naar c o ooh COUPLER BRACK GRATON CONTROL MODULE a 11 POWER TILT 16 WIRING DIAGRAM OIL PRESSURE THERMOSTATIC SWITCH SWITCH Na IGNITION COIL SPFARK PLUG 1 1 3 SPARK PLUG TILT SWITCH HONDA MOTOR CO LTD TOKYO JAPAN 20009510 PRINTED IN JAPAN mM 312 0600 00X31 ZWO 6000
38. Manager or the dealership s owner If you need to contact American Honda regarding your experiences with your Honda product or with your dealer please send your comments to the following address American Honda Motor Co Inc Marine Division Customer Relations Office 4900 Marconi Drive Alpharetta GA 30005 8847 Or telephone 770 497 6400 M F 8 30 am 7 00 pm EST When you write or call please provide the following information Your name address and telephone number complete with area code Model and complete serial number Date of purchase Name and location of the selling dealer Name and location of the servicing dealer if different A detailed description of your concerns 15 INDEX Anode Metal 40 PRE OPERATION CHECK 44 MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM 90 Battery not 113 Break in Procedure 222 75 Choke 14 Choke Switch 28 34 Choke Fast Idle Lever 22 CLEANING AND FLUSHING e 102 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 8 CONTROLS amp INSTRUMENTS 39 CONTROLS TILLER HANDLE TYPE 14 REMOTE CONTROL TYPE 19 Cooling System Indicator s sese 40 Cniising TILLER HANDLE TYPE 1 nnm
39. OKS BOLTS REAR ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER the electric starting system will not 2 Loosen the four bolts and the start the engine the engine can be three hooks then remove the started by using the emergency starter flywheel cover rope from the tool kit 1 Turn the front and rear engine cover lock levers to the FREE position then remave the engine cover 69 5 STARTING THE ENGINE EMERGENCY STARTING TILLER HANDLE TYPE neutral REMOTE CONTROL TYPE SIDE MOUNT neutral board motor you have move the shift lever or the control lever to the N neutral position 70 PANEL MOUNT TOP MOUNT neutral neutral TILLER HADLE TYPE SPARE EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY SWITCH STOP SWITCH CLIP IGNITION SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH LANYARD 4 If your outboard motor is a tiller handle type engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the emergency stop switch lanyard with the emergency stop switch Turn the ignition switch key to the ON position A spare emergency stop switch clip is provided near the ignition switch 5 STARTING THE ENGINE EMERGENCY STARTING SIDE MOUNT TYPE ON M IGNITION KEY N N EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD 5 If your outboard motor is a remote control type engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the e
40. ROTTLE GRIP ENGINE COVER DIPSTICK FILLER CAP CHOKE KNOB TILLER Wu vp ENGINE COVER COOLING HANDLE LOCK LEVER SYSTEM Lem INDICATOR FUEL HOSE 4 Pe CONNECTOR POWER TILT fea SWITCH ii SEM m SHIFT LEVER WASH PLUG ENGINE OIL Cn oin uL d x Flush Plug DRAIN BOLTS rA EU IT f 3 E i T THROTTL MANUAL ENGINE OIL SEC FRICTION RELIEF ANTI VENTILATION DRAIN BOLT KNOR VALVE PLATE ACCESS COVER ui 218 ie IGNITION SWITCH TRANSOM 824 REAR VENT PLUG ADOBE B ADJUSTING ANODE ME OIL LEVEL ROD TAL INSPECTION ANODE METAL AA I ANODE METAL TRIM TAB CEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT EXHAUST PORT 9 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION TILLER HANDLE TYPE OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT EMERGENCY STOP SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH S LANYARD m OVERHEAT ign om INDICATOR A LIGHT E IGNITION EMERGENCY SWITCH STOF SWITCH CLIP THROTTLE FRICTION KNOB a IET POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE ENGINE COVER OIL LEVEL OIL FILLER DIPSTICK CAP POWER TILT SWITCH ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER COOLING SYSTEM CHOKE KNOB INDICATOR WASH Wea ea FUEL HOSE PLUG een Flush Plug RENE CONNECTOR EST ENGINE OIL 49 DRAIN BOLT MANGAL ANTI VENTILATION LIEF PLATE VALVE REAR VENT PLUG ony ENGINE OIL DRAIN BOLT ANODE ACCESS COVER METAL OIL
41. SHIFT LEVER IGNITION SWITCH CHOKE KNOB Move the gearshift lever to the N There are three gearshift lever posi When the engine is cold pull the neutral position before starting The tions choke knob A rich fuel mixture is engine will not start unless the provided to the engine by pulling the gearshift lever is in the N neutral F forward The boat moves forward choke knob position N neutral The transmission gears are disengaged from the engine R reverse The boat reverses 55 5 STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE TYPE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD 1 Engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the emer gency stop switch lanyard with the emergency stop switch Attach the other end of the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the Operator 56 If the operator does not attach the emergency stop Switch lanyard and is thrown from his seat or out of the boat the out of control boat can seri ously injure the operator pas sengers or bystanders Always properly attach the lanyard before starting the engine The engine will not start unless the emergency stop switch clip is engaged with the emergency engine stop switch neutral 2 Move the gearshift lever to the N neutral position The engine will not start unless the gearshift lever is in the N neutral position ENGINE START SYMBOL
42. Stop Normal Engine Stop EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD OFF THROTTLE GRIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP 2 Tum the ignition switch to the OFF Disengage the emergency stop switch position clip from the emergency stop switch by pulling the emergency stop switch lan yard 3 When the boat is not in use remove and store the ignition switch key tis a good idea to stop the engine with the emergency stop switch lanyard from GEAR SHIFT LEVER time to time to be sure that the switch is operating properly 1 Turn the throttle grip to SLOW position and move the gearshift lever to N neutral 95 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE SIDE MOUNT TYPE Emergency Engine Stop EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH S EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP Disengage each emergency stop switch clip from the emergency stop switchs by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyards It is a good idea to stop the engine with the emergency stop switch lanyard from time to time to be sure that the switch 18 operating properly 96 Normal Engine Stop M neutral CONTROL LEVER TC Move the control lever to the N neutral position and turn the ignition key the OFF position IGNITION KEY 2 When the boat is not in use remove and store the ignition keys 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE PANEL MOUNT TYPE Emergency Engin
43. T KNOB FUEL GAUGE FUEL TANK optional equipment i FUEL CAP TRIM METER FUEL HOSE FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR optional equipment female PRIMER BULB 13 3 CONTROLS TILLER HANDLE TYPE Ignition Switch IGNITION SWITCH Move the gearshift lever to the N neutral position before starting The engine will not start unless the gearshift lever is in the neutral position 14 Gear Shift Lever fas a ASS K 4 URL GEAR SHIFT LEVER There are three gearshift lever posi tions F forward The boat moves forward neutral The transmission gears are disengaged from the engine R reverse The boat reverses Choke Knob OPEN CHOKE KNOB When the engine is cold pull the choke knob A rich fuel mixture is provided to the engine by pulling the choke knob 3 CONTROLS TILLER HANDLE TYPE Throttle Grip THROTTLE GRIP Tum the grip clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust the engine speed Turning the grip in the direction shown by the arrow increases engine speed Throttle Opening Indicator THROTTLE OPENING INDICATOR The curve on the grip label indicates throttle opening Throttle Friction Knob A 75 RELEASE DAE THROTTLE FRICTION KNOB Use the throttle friction knob to set the throttle grip at a certain position while cruising Turning the frictio
44. TILT SWITCH S CN POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH KS POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH 2 6 OPERATION POWER TRIM TILT Excessive trim tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller to raise out of the water and cause propeller ventilation and engine Excessive trim tilt angle can also damage the water pump and overheat the engine To trim motor up slightly press the UP portion momentarily To trim motor down slightly press the DN portion momentarily Decrease the trim angle on high speed turns to reduce the possibility of propeller ventilation Improper motor trim angle can result in an unstable steering condition Dual Mount Type Power Trim Tilt Switchs LEFT INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENT 72 TILT ANGLE 24 TRIM ANGLE RIGHT INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENT The right and left outboard motors can be adjusted separately with the individual adjustment switch on the console side 85 6 OPERATION POWER TRIM TILT MOTOR TRIMMED MOTOR TRIMMED TOO LOW TOO HIGH MOTOR TRIMMED ROUGH CORRECTLY WAVES When cruising A Into a high wind trim the motor down slightly to level the bow and improve boat stability B With a tail wind trim the motor up slightly to raise the bow and improve boat stability C Through rough waves do not trim the motor too low or too high to avoid an unstable steer ing condition 86 Trim Mete
45. ard motor The following materials should be kept with the boat l Owner s Manual 2 Tool Kit 3 Spare emergency stop switch clip engine oil spark plugs pro peller propeller nut and tab washer 4 Required information regarding boating laws and regulations 5 STARTING THE ENGINE Optional Fuel Tank VENT KNOB The fuel tank must be properly se cured im the boat This will protect the fuel tank from mechanical dam age caused by the fuel tank shifting The fuel tank must be in a well venti lated area to reduce the chance of a gasoline vapor explosion Avoid di rect sunlight on the fuel tank Due to the fuel pump capacity da not place the fuel tank more than 6 feet away from the motor or lower than 3 feet below the outboard end fuel hose connector 1 Open the fuel tank vent by turn ing the vent knob at least 2 or 3 turns counterclockwise Allow the air pressure inside the fuel tank to equalize with the outside air With the vent open air can en ter the fuel tank to displace the fuel as the fuel level goes down 2 Remove the fuel cap and inspect the condition of the fuel cap and gasket Replace the fuel cap or gasket if they are cracked dam aged or leaking fuel 3 Check the fuel level Fuel Line Connection FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR FUEL TANK END Inspect the fuel hose and the O ring seals m the fuel hose connectors Re olace the fuel hose or fuel hose con nectors if they are cracked
46. bove 41 F 5 C run the engine for 2 or 3 minutes Below 41 F 5 C run the engine for at jeast 10 minutes at approximately 2 000 rpm Failure to completely warm up the engine will result in poor engine performance 65 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE TOP MOUNT TYPE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP SEITCH LANYARD NOTICE The propeller must be lowered into the water Running the outboard motor out of the water will damage the water pump and over heat the engine The following procedure is for starting a single engine equipped with a top mount control For dual engines equipped with top mount controls follow the same steps for each engine 66 1 Engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the emer gency stop switch lanyard with the emergency stop switch Attach the other end of the emer gency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator lf the operator does not attach the emergency stop switch lanyard and is thrown from his seat or out of the boat the out of control boat can seri ously injure the operator pas sengers or bystanders Always propely attach the lanyard before starting the engine The engine will not start unless the emergency stop switch clip is engaged with the emergency engine stop switch N neutral 2 Move the control lever to the N neutral position The engine wiil not s
47. by one OFF IGNITION KEY 2 When the boat is not 1n use remove and store the ignition switch key s 8 TRANSPORTING Before transporting the outboard motor always follow the carburetor drain procedure on page 126 Close the fuel cap vent knob refer to 42 Disconnect the fuel coupling from the outboard motor refer to page 54 Trailering STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER If there is insufficient road clearance with the motor in the normal run position then trailer the motor in the titted position using a motor support bar refer to your motor support bar manufacrurer s instructions or remove the motor from the boat p udi When trailering transporting the bot with the motor attached it is recommended that the motor remain in the normal position Tiller Handle Type Tighten the steering friction adjuster securely to stop the motor s side to side movement Remote Control Type Use a motor support bar refer to your motor support bar manufacturer s instructions to stop the motor s side to side movement 99 8 TRANSPORTING T rting on a vehicle HOOKS BOLTS LIFTING EYE STARTER PULLEY When transporting the outboard motor on a vehicle perform following Remove the engine cover see page 69 TIMING BELT COVER 3 Install the lifting eye optional part in the center of the starter pulley and tighten securely 2 Remove
48. check the engine oil level refer to 45 2 If the oil is up to the recommended level restart the engine If the oil pressure warning system stops after 30 seconds the system is normal If the throttle was closed suddenly after cruising at full throttle the engine speed may drop below the specified idle speed This could cause the oil pressure warning system to activate momentarily 3 If the oil pressure warning system stays activated after 30 seconds return to the clasest boat landing and contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR When the overheat warning system is activated 1 Return the gearshift lever or control lever to the N neutral position immediately Check to see if water is flowing out of the cooling system indicator If water is flowing out of the cool ing system indicator continue idling for 30 seconds If the over heat warning system stops after 30 seconds the system is normal 6 OPERATION MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM If the engine is turned off after running at full throttle the engine temperature may rise above normal If the engine 1s restarted shortly after being turned off the overheat warning system could be activated momentarily If the overheat warning system stays activated stop the engine tilt up the motor and check the water intakes for obstructions If there are no obstructions at the water intakes return to the
49. closest boat landing and contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer 91 6 OPERATION MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM Over Rev Limiter This outboard motor is equipped with n engine over rev limiter which acti vates when the engine speed increases excessively The over rev limiter can be activated while cruising tilting up the motor or when ventilation occurs during a sharp turn When the over rev limiter is activated 1 Reduce the throttle opening immedi ately and check the trim angle 2 If the trim angle is correct but the over rev limiter stays activated stop the engine check the condition of the outboard motor and check the propeller for damage Correct or service as necessary 97 Anodes ANODE stern bracket by The anodes are a sacrificial material which helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion NOTICE Painting or coating the anodes will lead to rust and corrosion damage to the outboard motor There are also 2 small sacrificial anodes in the water passages of the engine block 6 OPERATION Shallow Water Operation Excessive trim tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller to raise out of the water and cause propeller ventilation and engine over revving Excessive trim tilt angle can also damage the water pump and overheat the engine When operating in shallow water tilt the motor up to prevent the propeller and gear case from hitting the bottom W
50. ctur er s power recommendation and be sure that the outboard motor is properly mounted Never permit anyone to operate the outboard motor without proper instruction Stop the engine immediately if any one falls overboard Do not run the engine while the boat is near anyone in the water Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator Do not remove the engine cover while the engine is running Before operating the outboard motor familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations relating to boating and the use of outboard motors Do not attempt to modify the out board motor Always wear PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE PFD when on board Do not remove any guards labels shields covers or safety devices they are installed for your safety Fire and Burn Hazards Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Use extreme care when handling gasoline Remove any portable fuel tank from the boat for refueling Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Keep flames and sparks away and do not smoke in the area Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Avoid overfilling the fuel tank there should be no fuel in the filler neck After refueling tighten the cap securely If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION TILLER HANDLE TYPE OIL LEVEL OIL TH
51. d container 10 your local service station reclamation center Do not throw it in the trash pour it on the ground down a drain or into the water Gear Oil Oil check interval Every 100 hours Oil change interval After the first 20 hours or month then every 200 hours or 6 months Refer to the maintenance schedule page 106 OIL CAPACITY 22 7 oz 670 Recommended oil Quicksilver Gear Lube or Quicksilver Super Duty Lower Unit Lubricant or equivalent 10 MAINTENANCE VENT PLUG LEVEL PLUG i a Md DRAIN PLUG Gear Oil Level Check Position the outboard motor vertically Remove the level plug and see if oi flows out If no Nows out remove the vent plug Remove the drain plug and connect the gear oil pump hose to the drain hole Fill the oil until excess starts to flow out through the level hole then install the level plug and continue filling until excess starts to out through the vent hole Install the vent plug SEALING WASHER GEAR OIL BOTTLE Disconnect the oil pump hase and install the drain plug avoid losing more than 1 fl oz 30 cc of oil while reinstalling the drain plug If there is water in the oil the water will flow out first when the drain plug is removed or the oil will be milky colored If the oil appears abnormal contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer A gear oil bottle and pump are r
52. d fasten individually with the front and rear lock levers turned to LOCK position i HOOK BRACKET INSPECTION POINT 2 Inspect the clearance between the engine cover and the undercase at REAR the points as shown 22 0 19 0 23 in The clearance should be within 4 8 5 8 mm 0 19 0 23 in 4 8 5 8 mm RETAINING BOLT 51 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS 2 After the adjustment tighten the Other Checks bolts securely and install the engine cover Reinspect the clearance and readjust if necessary Check the following items 1 The fuel hose for kinking collaps ing or loose connections 2 The stern bracket for damage and mounting bolts for proper torque 3 The tool kit contents Compare your tool kit contents against the tool kit illustration above Replace any missing items 4 The anodes for damage looseness Or excessive corrosion The anodes help to protect the out board motor from corrosion any time they are exposed directly to the water 52 14 17 mm WRENCH 3 Tool Kit EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE 10 x 12 mm WRENCH Emm WRENCH PLIERS a FLAT SCREWDRIVER SCREWDRIVER L HANDLE TOOL PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER SPARK PLUG WRENCH CHECK DRIN ER Replace anodes when they are visibly reduced in size or crumble easily NOTICE Painting or coating the anodes will lead to rust and corro sion damage to the outbo
53. e IGNITION OFF To prevent the battery from dis charging keep the key in the OFF posttion when the engine is not run ning 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP The emergency stop switch lanyard is provided to stop the engine immedi ately in the event the operator falls overboard or away from the controls The emergency stop switch clip must be engaged with the emergency stop switch or the engine will not start When the emergency stop switch clip becomes disengaged from the emer gency stop switch the engine will stop immediately EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD The emergency engine stop switch should not be used to normally stop the engine Use the ignition switch to normally stop the engine Attach the emergency stop switch lan yard securely to the operator when operating the outboard motor SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP A spare emergency stop switch clip is provided on the remote control box 21 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Choke Fast Idle Lever N neutral CHOKE MAXIMUM FAST IDLE nm ZN 1 LOWEST POSITION CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER The choke fast idle lever provides two Raise ihe choke fast idle lever and functions hold it all the way up to provide a 1 Electric choke solenoid activation rich fuel mixture and maximum fast for easy engine start up idle 2 Engine fast idle 4 Grad
54. e Stop EMERGENCY CONTROL PANEL STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP N SWITCH LANYARD EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP Disengage the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency stop switch by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard It is a good 1dea to stop the engine with the emergency stop switch lanyard from time to time to be sure that the switch is operating properly Normal Engine Stop N neutral IGNITION SWITCH KEY 2 When the boat is not in use remove Move the control lever to the and store the ignition key neutral position and turn the ignition key to the OFF position 97 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE TOP MOUNT TYPE Emergency Engine Stop EMERGENCY CONTROL PANEL STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SEITCH LANYARD EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP Disengage the emergency stop switch clip s from the emergency stop switch es by pulling the emergency stop switch lanyard s It is a good idea to stop the engine s with the emergency stop switch lanyard s from time to time to be sure that the switch es istare operating properly 98 Normal Engine Stop N neutral CONTROL gt LEVER 1 SINGLE TOP MOUNT Move the control lever to the N neutral position and turn the ignition key GFF position DUAL TOP MOUNT TYPE Move both control levers simulteneously to the N neutral position and turn each ignition key to the OFF position one
55. e is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or senously injured when handling fuel Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately Be careful not to spill gasoline Spilled gasoline or gasoline vapor may ignite If any gasoline is spilled make sure the area is dry before storing or trans porting the motor Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where gasoline is drained or stored 126 1 CARBURETOR DRAIN SCREW 82 CARBURETOR DRAIN SCREW By 3 CARBURETOR ea E mnis T DRAIN SCREW 7 x 223 a DRAIN HOSE 4 CARBURETOR DRAIN SCREW 1 Remove the engine cover and disconnect the fuel hose connector 2 Loosen the 4 carburetor drain screw to drain the fuel 3 Remove the drain hose from the 4 carburetor and reinstall it on the 3 carburetor to drain the fuel 4 Drain the 2 and 1 carburetors in the same manner using the 4 car buretor s drain hose 5 After thoroughly drain the carburetors tighten the drain screws securely 6 Reinstall the drain hose on the 4 carburetor 11 STORAGE Fuel Tank optional equipment VENT KNOB FUEL CAP 1 Close the fuel cap vent knob 2 Disconnect the fuel coupling om the outboard motor refer to page 33 Outboard Motor Position BOLTS HOOKS BOLTS store the motor verticaliy as shown above Store the outboard moter in a well v
56. ear case 2 Install the propeiler tab washer and propeller nut Always use a new tab washer when installing a propeller 3 Tighten the propeller nut to torque value of 75 N 7 6 ke m 55 ft lb 123 10 MAINTENANCE 4 Bend 3 tabs of the tab washer into the corresponding grooves of the propeller hub If 3 washer tabs do not align with the grooves tighten the nut a little more to obtain alignment 124 Submerged Motor A submerged motor must be serv iced immediately after it is recov ered from the water in order to minimize corrosion Immediately take the outboard mo tor 1o th closest authorized Honda Marine dealer or if vou are far from a dealership proceed as follows 1 Remove the engine cover and rinse the motor with fresh water to remove sali water sand mud etc 2 Drain the carburetors Refer to Storage page 126 3 Disengage the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency Stop switch 4 Remove the spark plugs EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE Remove the timing belt cover fol lowing the emergency starting procedure refer to and remove the water from the cylin ders by pulling the emergency starter rope several times If the engine was running when it submerged there may be mechanical damage such as bent connecting rods If the engine binds when ro tated with the emergency starter rope do not proceed or attempt to run the engine until it has been repaired 10 M
57. eco mmended to fill the gear case The end of the drain plug is a mag net Remove all metal particles from the end of the drain plug before reinstalling Da not reinstall the drain plug in the level plug hole Gear Change gt Position the outboard motor vetically Remove the level vent and drain plugs to drain thc oil Connect the gear oil pump hose to the drain hole and fill the oil until excess starts to flow out through the level hole then install the level plug and continue filling until excess starts to flow out through the vent hole Reinstall the vent plug Disconnect the oil pump hose and install the drain plug to avoid losing more than fl oz 30 cc of oll while reinstalling the drain plug OIL CAPACITY 22 7 fl oz 670 cc 111 10 MAINTENANCE Spark Plugs To ensure proper engine operation the spark plugs must be properly gapped and free of deposits Check replace interval After the first 20 hours or 1 month then every 200 hours or 6 months Refer to the maintenance schedule page 106 Recommended spark plug DR7EA NGK X22bESR U NIPPON DENSO Use only the recommended spark plugs or equivalent NOTICE Spark plugs which have an improper heat range may cause engine damage Allow the engine to cool The spark plugs will be hot if the engine has been running 2 Remove the engine cover 112 l SS ISAS
58. ecreases gradually 17 3 CONTROLS TILLER HANDLE TYPE Power Trim Tilt Switch Power Trim Press the power trim tilt switch on the tiller handle to adjust the motor trim angle from 0 to 20 to maintain proper boat trim The power trim tilt switch located on the tiller handle can be operated while the boat is under way or while stopped By using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the trim angle of the motor to achieve maximum boat acceleration speed stability and maintain optimum fuel consumption Power Tilt Press th power trim tilt switch on the tiller handle to adjust the motor tilt angle from 20 to 72 By using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the tilt angle of the motor for shallow water operation beaching launching fram a trailer or mooring 18 POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH Excessive trim tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller to raise out of the water and cause propeller ventilation and engine over revving Excessive trim tilt angle can also damage the water pump Steering Friction Adjuster DECREASE FRICTION INCREASE FRICTION STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTER The steering friction adjuster adjusts the tightness of the steering movement 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE SIDE MOUNT TYPE Remote Control Lever NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER The remote contro lever controls gear selection and throttle opening posi
59. el line is kinked Fuel line is connected improperly Fuel pomp is faulty Primer bulb is faulty Check valve in connector is faulty Fuel ts fed to Excessive amount carburetor of fuel overflow Carburetor is clogged Electrical Insufficient Spark plug gap 15 small sparks Weak starter motor rotation weak battery Recheck the fue system Sparks actoss spark plug gap Nomal sparks 130 Spark plug Contamination is faulty 1 Incorrect Broken spark plug Pulser coil is faulty Current leaks from high tension cord C D I unit is faulty Ignition coil 15 faulty Wire harness is faulty Neutral switch 15 faulty Current leaks from engine stop switch card stop switch does not retum satisfactorily Spark plug 15 improperly installed Spark plug 15 improperly installed Emergency stop switch clip 15 improperly installed Shift lever is not in N position 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 2 Engine starts but immediately stops Engine some times stops while cruising Fuel No gasoline in fuel tank There 15 gasoline in fuel tank Water is mixed with gasoline Vent knob is not open or vent 1s clogged Fuel tank filter is clogged Fuel filter is clogged Air screw is open too wide Idling speed 15 too slow Carburetor vent is clogged Carburetors are not syncronized Fuel pump is faulty Air in fuel pump Air enters through fuel line connector Air enters through
60. elief Valve CONTROLS 38 ORERATION 87 MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM 90 Neutral Release Levet eese 20 26 15 INDEX Pressure Indicator 17 Pressure Indicator Light Buzzer 24 29 35 Other Checks esee nemen 32 Over Rev Limiter 1 eene 92 Overheat Indicator 17 Overheat Indicator Light Buzzer 23 29 35 Oxypenated Fuels 2 22 1 1 1 6 6060 48 Power Tilt Switch Motor Pan CONTROLS 37 OPERATION 87 Power Trim Tilt Switch 24 remote contro lever 24 30 control box console PRE OPERATION CHECKS eee 4 Propeller 22 eminenter 123 Tab washer 121 2 121000 1 eene 49 Remote Contro Friction Adjustment eene 50 A 19 25 31 SAFET Y 2 INFORMATION 1 eem mers 203 LABELS lt SM 6 Shallow Water Operation 93 Shift Lever REM 14 Spark Plug essen nme nnne 112 SPECIFICATIONS 132 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE 55 TILLER HANDLE TYPE SIDE MOUNT 2 2 274 60 136 PANEL MOUNT TYPE
61. entilated area free from direct TIMING BELT COVER sunlight and humidity Vertical strage Remove the engine cover 2 Loosen the four tightening bolts and unhook the three hoks then remove the timing belt cover 127 11 STORAGE LIFTING EYE STARTER PULLEY 3 Install the lifting eye optional part onto the center of the starter pulley and tighten securely PP Mc if the lifting eye is not securely installed in the starter pulley the outboard motor could fall from the hoist causing serious injury Be sure the lifting eye is securely installed before hoisting the outboart motor 128 4 Hook hoist hook to the lifting eye and lift the motor from the boat OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND Place the motor on an outboard motor stand and secure with bolts and nuts Remove the lifting eye and install the timing belt cover and engine cover Horizontal strage Before removing the motor from the boat drain the carburetors and engine oil Follow the carburetor drain procedure on page 126 PROTECTOR Always rest the motor on protectors and be sure to protect it from impact and damage Always lay the motor carburetor side down 11 STORAGE 129 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 1 Engine does not start Fuel Fuel is not fed There is no gasoline No sparks to carburetor in fuel tank across spark Vent knob is not open or plug gap vent clogged Fuel filter is clogged Fu
62. ever 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 Metle Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner 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 Be sure there 1s adequate ventila tion whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine 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 10 MAINTENANCE To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working around gasoline Use only a nonflammable solvent not clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts Remember that an authorized Honda Marine dealer knows you outboard motor best and ts fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new genuine Honda parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement Tool Kit and Spare Parts TOOL KIT 14 x 17 mm WRENCH 1
63. g Starteing Problems 74 Warranty Service 0 134 Water Intakes nnn nennen 4 WIRING DIAGRAM 139 137 16 WIRING DIAGRAM TILLER HANDLE TYPE eee eee i TACHOMETER TRIM METER VOLTMETER METER meee 4 BR i NUR 655 NCY STOP SWITCH Lb it T 5124 Trt Tt tT LIGHTING SWITCH iz iCemmercially TRIM TILT SWITCH akr Coon oe 6 L C IGNITION SWITCH ERE aoe B T SWIT CH T TIL Bl BI FFTT TIT WARNING LAMP PPR se por Oro 171601 7 E Et x m R Anna LAARI NEUTRAL SWITCH COT POWER MOTOR ee ee ee ee be ee ee ACRI ES ean 1 4 IGNITION PULSE HEATER CONTROL UNIT OPTIONAL CARBURETOR HEATER 20 Wa X 4 OPTIONAL ALTERNATOR 2 3 IGHITION PULSE GENERATOR QU GROUND OILPRESSURE THERMOSTATIC SWITCH SWITCH 1
64. h non flammable cleaner or solvent Replace the fuel tank filter if neces sary After cleaning or replacement rein stall the fuel tank filter and fuel tank hose connector securely 122 Fuse Replacement BLOWN FUSE If the fuse is blown running the engine will not charge the battery and the electric starter will not work FUSE RATING MAIN 30A SUB 15 Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system if you do not have a replacement fuse with the proper rating for the circuit install one with a lower rating MAIN FUSE FUSE COVER 30A FUSE SUB FUSE SPARE 15A FUSE 10 MAINTENANCE Replacement Stop the engine 2 Remove the engine cover 3 Pull the blown fuse out of the clip 4 Push a new fuse into the clip Spare fuses are located in each fuse holder If the spare fuse is not available the motor will need to be started with the pull starter rope tefer to the emergency start procedure page 69 Propeller CHAMFER If the propeller is damaged replace it as follows Removal 1 Bend the tabs of the tab washer away from the propeller hub 2 Remove the propeller nut tab washer propeller and thrust washer THRUST WASHER TAB WASHER TAB WASHER PROPELLER NUT PROPELLER Installation 1 Install the thrust washer with the chamfered side toward the g
65. hose Joint and turn on the water supply 9 CLEANING AND FLUSHING EXHAUST PORT Make sure that the water comes out from the exhaust port 5 After flushing remove the water hose joint and re install the hose joint cap 1f using a headphone type flush kit temporarily cover the water intakes with duct tape 103 10 MAINTENANCE THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE Good maintenance is essential for safe economical and trouble free operation It will also help reduce polution To help you properly care for your outboard motor the following pages include a maintenance schedule rouline inspection procedures and simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools Other sevice 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 your servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use 104 Improper mainte nance or failure to correct a problem before operation can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommenda tions and schedules in this owner s manual MAINTENANCE SAFETY some of the most important sefety precautions follow How
66. ith the motor tilted up operate the engine at low speed Monitor the cooling system indicator for water discharge Be sure that the motor is not tilted so high that the water intakes are out of the water 93 6 OPERATION High Altitude Operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will he too rich Performance will decrease and fuel con sumption will increase A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plugs and cause hard starting High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetors If you always operate your outboard at altitudes above 6 000 feet 1 800 meters have an authorized Honda Marine dealer perform this car buretor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decrease about 3 5 for each 1 000 foot 300 meter increase altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification 15 made 94 When the carburetors have been modified for higt altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude Operation at altitndes below 6 000 feet 1 800 meters with modified carburetors may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For use at low altitudes have an authorized Honda Marine dealer return the carburetors to original factory specifications if modified 7 STOPPING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE TYPE Emergency Engine
67. ke sure the area is dry before starting the engine AE Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately CONNECTOR FUEL HOSE Check Remove the engine cover and disconnect the fuel hose connector from the outboard motor 119 10 MAINTENANCE FUEL FILTER SPRING RETAINER 2 Pull the spring retainer toward you and raise the fuel filter 3 Check the fuel filter for water accu mulation or sediment If no water or seciment are found reinstall the fuel filter properly 120 FUEL HOSES FUEL HOSE CLIPS Change 1 Remove the fuel filter Before removing the fuel filter to prevent fuel leakage place fuel hose clamps on the fuel hoses at each side of the fuel filter FUEL FILTER ARROW Fuel Flow Direction Install the new fuel filter so the arrow on the fuel filter points toward the fuel pump Furl flow will be reduced if the fuel filter is installed backward Connect the fuel hoses to the fuel filter securely with the hose clips Remove the fuel hose clamps used to close the fuel hoses 10 MAINTENANCE 4 Securely connect the fuel hose con nector to the outboard motor page 5 Prime the engine using the primer bulb page 54 Check for fuel leaks Repair any fuel leaks if necessar
68. l Engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the emer gency stop switch lanyard with the emergency stop switch Attach the other end of the emer gency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator 60 If the operator does neutral not attach the emergency stop switch lanyard and is thrown from his seat or out of the boat the out of control boat can seri ously injure the operator pas sengers or bystanders Always properly attach the lanyard before starting the engine engine will not start unless the emergency stop switch clip is engaged 2 Move the control lever to the N with the emergency engine stop switch neutral position The engine will not start unless the control lever is in the N neutral position 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER 2 ma CHOKE FAST IDLE LEVER KEY 3 When the engine is cold or the 4 Holding the choke fast idle lever NOTICE ambient temperature is low the in position turn the ignition switch Do not turn the ignition switch key choke fast idle lever up fully This key to the START position and to the start position while the will provide rich fuel mixture release the key when the engine engine is running This can damage starts the starter motor and flywheel When the engine is warm it may be P The starter motor consumes large 5 After starting the engine return the
69. l Choke Knob CHOKE KNOB A manual choke knob 1s located on the right side of the motor which can be used in the event the battery is dis charged Pull the manual choke knob and a rich fucl mixture will be provid ed to the engine 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Oil Pressure Indicator Light Buzzer GREEN The green oil pressure indicator light turns OFF and the buzzer sounds when the oil level is low and or the engine lubrication system is faulty The engine speed slows down gradual ly Overheat Indicator Light Buzzer es The red overheat indicator light turns ON and the buzzer sounds when there is a cooling system problem The engine speed slows down gradually 35 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Power Trim Tiit Switch remote control lever Power Trim Press the power trim tilt switch on the remote control lever to adjust the motor trim angle from to 20 to main tain proper boat trim The power trim tilt switch located on the remote control lever can be operated while the boat is under way or while stopped Hy using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the trim angle of the motor to achieve maximum boat acceleration speed stability and maintain optimum fuel consumption Power Tilt Press the power trim tilt switch on the remote control lever to asjust the motor tilt angle from 2010 727 By using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the
70. ler size and the boat condition The propeller must be selected properly in order that the maximum engine speed can be adjusted in the recommended range between 5 000 rpm and 6 000 rpm for your boat Using the improper propeller might cause outboard motor damage The proper propeller will assure powerful acceleration top speed good fuel economy and cruising comfort and it assures longer engine life as well Consult with your authorized Honda Fab Washer Check to be sure washer tabs are bent into the corresponding propeller hub recess so the washer will retain the nut securely The tab washer shouid be replaced with new one whenever a propeller TAB WASHER is instalied dealer for proper propeller sclection Check the propeller blades for damage wear or deformation and replace if necessary Never operate the outboart motor with a damaged propeller Carrying a spare propeller propeller nut and tab washer are common prac tice If the propeller is damaged and no spare propeller 15 available consuit an authorized Honda Marine dealer Refer tol page 123 for propeller change information 49 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Steering Friction Adjustment Tiller handle Type Remote Control Friction Adjustment SIDE MOUNT TYPE PANEL MOUNT TYPE 1025 DECREASE t FRICTION Operate the tiller handle right and left to check the tightness 227 STEERING FRICTION INCREASE ADJUSTER
71. lly and remove the engine cover 2 Remove the oil level dipstick and wipe with a clean rag 3 Reinsert the dipstick ali the way in then puli it out and read the level the oil registers near or below the lower limit mark remove the oil filler cap and fill to the upper limit mark with the recommended Do not overfill Excessive oil can damage the engine OIL FILLER 4 Reinstall the oil filler cap and tight en securely 5 Install engine cover and lock it securely When the engine oil is contaminated or discolored replace with fresh engine oil refer tolpage 108 for ail capacity replacement interval and procedure 45 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Fuel Level optional fuel tank FUEL GAUGE Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank to the SAFE FILL level mark if necessary Fuel tank capacity 6 6 US gal 25 lit 46 uie Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately VENT KNOB FUEL CAP Refilling Remove the fuel tank from the boat for refilling Turn the vent knob coun terclockwise to the open position and remove the fuel cap Refuel in a well ventilated area Fill the fuel tank up to the SAFE FILL level mark only Inspect the condition of the fuel cap gasket and replace if necessary
72. mage the water pump and overheat the engine 62 OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT NORMAL GREEN LIGHT ON ABNORMAL GREEN LIGHT BLINKING OR OFF With the engine running check to see if the green engine pressure indicator light turns ON Stop the engine if the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON Check the engine oil level 45 1f the oil level is normal and the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer Warm up the engine as follows Above 41 F 5 C run the engine for 2 or 3 minutes Below 41 F 5 C run the engine for at least 10 minutes at approximately 2 000 rpm Failure to completely warm up the engine will result in poor engine performance 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE PANEL MOUNT TYPE EMERGENCY x STOP 2 SWITCH ES EN 9 2 4A EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD 1 Engage the emergency stop switch clip located at one end of the emer gency stop switch lanyard with the emergency stop switch Attach the other end of the emer gency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator if the operator does not attach the emergency stop switch lanyard and is thrown from his seat or out of the boat the out of control boat can seri ously injure the operator pas sengers or bystanders N neutral Always propely attach the lanyard before star
73. mergency stop switch lanyard with the emergency stop switch Turn the ignition switch key to the ON position A EMERGENCY NN STOP SWITCH PANEL MOUNT TYPE TOP MOUNT TYPE EMERGENCY E STOP SWITCH CHOKE KNOB EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP SWITCH LANYARD If the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low pull the manual choke knob located on the front of A spare emergency stop switch clip is the outboard motor provided on remote control box side mount type or in the tool bag panel mount and top mount type 71 5 STARTING THE ENGINE EMERGENCY STARTING TILLER HANDLE TYPE ENGINE START SYMBOL FOINTER THROTTLE GRIP 7 On the uller handle type align the A engine start symbol on the throttle grip with the pointer on the tiller handle On the side mount remote control type life the choke fast idle lever The choke fast idle lever will stay up only in the fast idle position 72 REMOTE CONTROL SIDE MOUNT TOP ATOUNT CHOKE FAST N IDLE LEVER neutral FAST IDLE gt POSITION CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE BUTTON the panel mount and top mount remote control type move the control lever pushing the throttle button not to engage the gear PANEL MOUNT neutral CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE BUTTON 5 STARTING THE ENGINE EMERGENCY STARTING EMERGENCY KNOT 11 Slowly return the th
74. n knob clockwise sets the throttle grip and it is released by turning the friction knob counterclockwise 15 3 CONTROLS TILLER HANDLE TYPE Emergency Stop Switch EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD The emergency stop switch lanyard is provided to stop the engine immedi ately in the event the operator should fall overboard or away from the con trols 16 Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP The emergency stop switch clip must be engaged with the emergency stop switch or the engine will not start When the emergency stop switch chip becomes disengaged with the emer gency stop switch the engine will stop immediately EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD Attach the emergency stop switch lan yard securely to the operator when operating the outboard motor 3 CONTROLS TILLER HANDLE TYPE SPARE EMERGENCY Oil Pressure Indicator Light Overheat Indicator Light STOP SWITCH CLIP GREEN OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT OVER HEAT INDICATOR LIGHT A spare emergency stop switch clip is The green oil pressure indicator light When there is a cooling system pro provided near the ignition switch is normally ON when the outboard blem the red overheat indicator light motor is running turns ON and the engine speed decreases gradually When the engine oil level is low or the engine lubrication system is faulty the preen oil pressure indicator light turns OFF and the engine speed d
75. nated fuel be sure it is unleaded and methanol by volume may cause starting meets the minimum ociane rating requirement and or performance problems It may also damage metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alco hol or an ether compound These gasolines are collec tively referred to as oxygenated fuels To meet clean air standards some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions Before using oxygenated fuel try to confirm the fuel s contents Some states provinces require this information to be posted on the pump If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try an The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxy other service station or switch to another brand of gaso penates line ETHANOL ethyl or grain alcohol 10 hy volume Fuct system damage or performance problems resulting You may use gasoline containing up to from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than 10 ethanol by volume Gasoline con the percentages of oxygenates mentioned above are not taining ethanol may be marketed under covered under warranty the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 15 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 15 MTBE by volume 48 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Propeller and Tab Washer PROPELLER Propeller Engine speed varies according to the propel
76. necessary to raise the choke fast idle D 11 lever slightly Hold it in this position amount oF current not run Ti lever slowly to a position where ghtly continuously for more than 5 the engine does not stall and hold seconds at a time ar iti The choke fast idle tever will not move the lever in that position unless the control lever is in the N if the engine does not start within 5 The control lever will not move unless neutral position seconds wait at least 10 seconds the choke fast idle lever is returned to otor again ie before using the starter m gal the lowest position 61 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR WATER INTAKE each side 6 After the engine starts verify water is flowing through the cooling system by monitoring the cooling system indica tor The amount of water coming out of the cooling sys tem indicator will vary due to thermostat operation Stop the engine if water does not come out of the cooling sys tem indicator or if you see steam Check the water intake screens and the cooling system indicator discharge port and if necessary remove any obstructions If the problem continues contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer Running the outboard motor with an obstruction in the cooling system can damage the water pump and overheat the engine The propeller must remain underwater Running the outboard motor out of the water will da
77. o upper limit If the otl is dirty replace it If water is conta minated 1t becomes white as milk see your authorized Honda marine dealer OIL FILLER Engine Oil Replacement Drain the oil while the engine ts still warm to assure rapid and complete draining 1 Position the outboard motor verti cally and remove the engine cover Remove the oil filler cap am COVER 2 Loosen the drain plug cover screw using a flat blade screwdriver and remove the drain plug cover SCREW Pd DRAIN PLUG 10 MAINTENANCE DRAIN BOLT WASHER 3 Place a suitable container under the guide Remove the engine oil drain bolt and washer using a 12 mm wrench and drain the engine ail 4 Install a new sealing washer on the drain bolt and tighten the bolt securely 5 Reinstall the drain plug cover 6 Fill with the recommended engine oil 109 10 MAINTENANCE 7 Inspect the engine oil level and refill to the upper limit mark on the oil level dipstick if necessary Fill with the recommended oil NOTE To avoid incorrect gauging of the engine oil level inspect the oil leve when the engine has cooled The outboard motor needs to be in the vertical position 110 8 Reinstall the oil filler cap and tighten securely Always wash your hands after handling used Also please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take it seale
78. of the motor to achieve maximum boat acceleration speed stability and maintain optimum fuel consumption 24 ANGLE Power Tilt Press the power trim tilt swich on the remote control lever to adjust the motor tilt angle from 20 to 72 By using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the tilt angle of the motor for shallow water opera tion beaching launching from a trailer or mooring Excessive trim tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller to raise out of the water and cause propeller ventilation and engine over revving Excessive trim tilt angle can also damage the water pump 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE PANEL MOUNT TYPE Remote Control Lever NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER The remote control lever controls gear selection and throttle opening posi tions It is necessary to pull up the neutral release lever to operate the remote control lever NEUTRAL R F FORWARD THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM REVERSE THROTTLE OPENING REMOTE CONTROL LEVER F forward Moving the lever to the F position approximately 35 from the N position will engage the forward gear Moving the lever farther into the F position will increse the throttle opening and the boat s for ward speed N neutral The engine idles and the transmis sion gears are disengaged R reverse Moving the lever to R position approximately 35 from the N position will engage the
79. ottle Slightly turn the steering wheel or tiller handle for both right and left turns to determine if an equal amount of effort is required If adjust ment is necessary loosen the tighten ing bolt and turn the trim tab right or left Make small adjustments at a time and retest Incorrect trim tab adjustment can cause adverse steering The trim tab also functions as an anode 39 3 CONTROLS COMMON Anode Metal ANODE each side 2 EN A ANODE steren bracket The anodes are made from a sacrificial material which helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion Painting or coating the anodes will lead to rust and corrosion damage to the outboard motor 40 Cooling System Indicator eee COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR The cooling system is monitored here to make sure cooling water is circulat ing through the engine Water flowing out of the cooling system indicator shows that the cooling system 15 functioning normally Water Intakes WATER INTAKE each side The engine cooling water is drawn into the water pump through these water intakes 3 CONTROLS COMMON Transom Angle Adjusting Rod STERN BRACKET TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD The transom angle adjusting rod is used to adjust the motor angle to achieve the correct boat trim There are 5 adjustment holes located in the stern bracket Push in and turn the transom
80. r The trim meter indicates the trim angle of the motor Refer to the trim meter and press the UP or DN portion of the power trim tilt switch to adjust the motor trim angle to achieve good boat performance and stability BOW TOO LOW DUE TO LOAD IN THE FRONT 2 MOTOR TRIMMED TOO LOW With the motor trimmed low the trim meter will read as shown To raise the bow increase the motor trim angle by pressing the UP portion of the power trim tilt switch BOW TOO HIGH DUE TO 1 LOAD IN THE REAR 2 MOTOR TRIMMED TOO HIGH With the motor trimmed high the trim meter will read as shown To lower the bow decrease the motor trim angle by pressing the DN portion of the power trim tilt switch 6 OPERATION POWER TRIM TILT Power Tilt Switch Engine Pan Manual Relief Valve mm 7 7 MANUAL RELIEF VALVE gt POWER TILT SWITCH MANUAL POWER Tu release To fix If the power trim tilt switch will not tilt the outboard motor the motor can be manually tilted up or down by operating the manual relief valve To tilt the outboard motor manually the manual relief valve under the left stern bracket no more than 2 turns counterclockwise using a screw driver The power tilt switch located on the engine pan is a convenience switch for tilting the motor for trailering or performing outboard motor mainte nance This power tilt switch should only be operated when the
81. r if resold SAFETY MESSAGES Y our safety and the safety of others ts very Important We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on the outboard motor Please read these messages carefully A safety message alerts you to poten hazards that can hurt you and others Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol 4 and one of three words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These 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 Each message tells you what the hazard is what can happen and what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury DAMAGE PREVENTION MESSAGES You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word means NOTICE Your outboard motor or other property can be damaged if you don t follow instructions The purpose of these messages 15 to help prevent damage to your outboard motor other property or the environment HONDA MOTOR CO LTD 1995 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TYPES OF HONDA BF75A 904 OUTBOARD MOTORS may be necessary to refer to this chart for reference purposes when reading this manual Shaft Length Tiller Remote Power Trim Tachometer Trimmeter Model ule Handle Control 9 e TYPE CODE example LRT T
82. red overheat indicator light turns turns OFF and the buzzer sounds ON and the buzzer sounds when there when the oil level is low and or the is a cooling system problem The engine lubrication system is faulty engine speed slows down gradually The engine speed slows down gradual ly 29 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL Power Trim Tilt Switch Power Trim Press the power trim tlt switch on the remote control lever to adjust the motor trim angle from 0 to 20 to maintain proper boat trim The power trim tilt switch located on the remote contro lever can be operated while the boat is under way or while stopped By using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the trim angle of the motor to achieve maximum boat acceleration speed stability and maintain optimum fuel consumption 30 ANGLE Power Tilt Press the power trim tilt switch on the remote control lever to adjust the motor ttlt angle from 20 to 727 By using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the tilt angle of the motor for shallow water operation beaching launching from a trailer or moorinp CONTROL POWER LEVER TRIM TILT SWITCH Excessive trim tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller to raise out of the water and cause propeller ventilation and engine over revving Excessive trim tilt angle can also damage the water pump 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE TOP MOUNT TYPE Remote Con
83. rn the front and rear lock levers counterclockwise to the FREE position To fasten the engine cover set the engine cover in position and turn the lock levers to the LOCK position Furl Hose Connectors FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR outboard motor FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR optional portable fuel tank d Refer to pages 53 54 53 pages 53 54 for fuel hose connection 43 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Engine Cover Removal Installation FRONT FREE REAR ENGINE COVER LOCK LEVER To remove turn the front and rear To install position the engine cover engine cover lock levers to the FREE over the engine and turn the front and position and remove the engine cover rear lock levers to the LOCK position After in salling the engine cover inspect the engine cover fastening condition and adjust it if necessary 51 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Engine Oil Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service lifc Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage Recommended oil SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 Use 4 stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API service classification SG or SH Always check the API SERVICE label on the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SG or SH Using nondetergent oil can shorten the engine s service life and using 2 stroke oil can damage the engine Inspection 1 Position the outboard motor veril ca
84. rottle grip to the SLOW position the chock fast idle lever or shift lever to the lowest position where the engine does not stall Exposed moving parts can cause injury Do not operate the outboard FLYWHEEL motor without the engine cover 8 Set the emergency starter rope knot 9 Pull the emergency starter rope in the notch in the flywheel and lightly until resistance is felt then 2 oe care when insta wind the emergency starter rope pull briskly ing ihe counterclockwise around the fly 12 Leave the flywheel cover off and wheel If the engine fails to start refer to install the engine cover Lock the Troubleshooting page 130 engine cover latches Attach the emergency stop switch lan 10 Jf the manual choke was used to yard securely to the operator and start the engine slowly return it to return to the closest boat landing its initial position Contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer and have the outboard motor and the electrical system checked 73 5 STARTING THE ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Starting Problems Starter moter doesn t over Starter motor turns over but engine wil not Start POSSIBLE CAUSE 1 Shift lever not in neutral position 2 Blown fuse 3 Weak battery Emergency stop switch clip is not engaged 2 Out of fuel 3 Yent knob not open 4 Primer bulb has not been squeezed 5
85. s 12V 70AH marine cranking battery Maintenance interval Refer to the maintenance schedule page 107 and your battery manufac turer s instructions for servicing or recharging information Check the battery cables to be sure they are securely connected to the bat tery terminals Tighten if necessary If the battery terminals are corroded or if recharging is necessary remove the battery from the boat to clean or recharge 113 10 MAINTENANCE delati The battery contains sulfuric acid electrolyte which is highly corrosive and poisonous Getting electrolyte in your eyes or on your skin can cause serious bums Wear protective clothing and eye protection when working near the battery 114 NEGATIVE BATTERY CARRYING CABLE HANDLE BATTERY POSITIVE 4 BATTERY TERMINAL POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE red EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Eyes Flush with water from a cup or oth er container for at least 5 minutes water under pressure can damage the eye limmediately call a physi cian local poison control or 911 Skin Remove contaminated clothing Flush skin with large quantities of water Call a physician immediately NEGATTY E TERMINAL Swallowing Drink water or milk Call your local poison control center or physi cian immediately Battery cleaning The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas dur ing normal operation A spark or open flame can cause
86. system Trochoid pump pressure lubrication Specified oil Engine API standard SG SH SAE 10W 30 40 Gear case Quicksilver Gear Lube or Quicksilver Super Duty Lower Unit Lubricant Engine 4 5 lit 4 7 US qi Gear case 670 cc 22 7 fl oz D C output BLAG 2 16 Cooling system Water cooling with thermostat Exhaust system Thru hub Spark plugs DR7EA X22ESR U NIPPONDENSO fuel pump Fuel Automotive gasoline 86 pump octane Gear change Fotward Neutral Reverse dog type Stecring angle 30 right and left Trnsom angle 5 stages 87 12 16 207 24 Overall length 910 mm 760 mm 35 8 29 9 in Overall width 390 mm 480 mm 23 2 1n 18 9 in Overall height Oil capacity 1 720 mm 67 7 in 1 3590 mm 62 6 in Transom height 537 mm 21 1 in 664 mm 26 1 1n 179 394 Ib 179 kg 174 kg 394 Ib 383 Ib Rated power 66 2 kW 90 HP Full throttie 5 000 6 000 rpm range Enginc type d stroke in line 4 cylinder Displacement 1 590 cc 97 0 cuin Spark plug pap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in 133 14 WARRANTY SERVICE CUSTOMER SERVICE When you write or call please give us INFORMATION this information Honda Marine dealership personnel are trained professionals They should Model and serial numbers see page be able answer any question
87. tart nuless it is in neutral 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE N neutral CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE RUTTON 3 Move the control leveris forward or backward pushing the throttle button to open the throttle slightly 4 When the engine is cold or the ambient temperature is low use the choke switch to provide a rich fuel mixture START ON IGNITION SWITCH KEY 5 Holding the choke switch in the ON position turn the ignition switch key to the START position and release the key when the engine starts The starter motor consumes a large amount of current Do not run it continuously for mor more than 4 seconds at a time CHOKE SWITCH If the engine does not start within 5 seconds wait at least 10 seconds before using the starter motor again NOTICE Do not turn the ignition switch key N neutral to the start position while the engine is running This can damage the starter motor and flywheel After starting the engine return the lever slowly to a position where the engine does not stall and hold the lever in that position The control lever will not shift gears unless it 15 returned to the neutral position 67 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR WATER INTAKE each side 7 After the engine starts verify water is flowing through the cooling system by monitoring the cooling system indica tor The amount of
88. the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you Keep sparks and flames away Wear protective clothing and a face shield or have a skilled mechanic do battery maintenance Removal 1 Disconnect the negative battery cable first then disconnect the posi tive battery cable 2 Remove the battery from the boat Clean the battery terminals with a wire brush or sand paper Clean the bauery with a solution of baking soda and warm water taking care not to get the solution of water in the battery cells Dry the battery thor oughly Clean the battery cable ends with a wire brush or sand paper NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE CARRYING HANDLE BATTERY POSITIVE 4 TERMINAL BATTERY TERMINAL POSITIVE 4 BATTERY CABLE red 3 Installation To protect the battery from mechani A cal damage and to prevent the bat tery from falling or tipping over the hattery must be Installed in the correct s1ze corro sion resistant battery box Properly secured in the boat Secured in a location free from di rect sunlight and waler spray gt 10 MAINTENANCE Secured away from the fuel tank to avoid potential sparks near the fuel tank Return the battery to the boat and install it m the battery box Connect the positive battery cable first then connect the nega tive battery cable Tighten the cable nuts securely Coat
89. the four tightening bolts ang y and the three hooks then remove the lifting eye iS the timing belt cover not securely installed in the starter pulley the outboard motor could fall from the hoist causing serious injury Be sure the lifting eye is securely installed before hoisting the outboard motor 100 8 TRANSPORTING LIFTING EYE 4 Hook the hoist hook to the lifting eye and lift the motor from the boat v OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND 5 Place the motor on an outboard motor stand and secure with bolts and nuts 6 Remove the lifting eye and reinstall the timing belt cover and engine cover Horizontal Transport Before removing the motor from the boat drain the carburetors and engine oH Follow the carburetor drain procedure page 126 PROTECTOR Always rest the motor on protectors and be sure to protect 11 from inpact and damage Always lay the motor carburetor side down 101 9 CLEANING AND FLUSHING Thoroughly clean and flush the out board motor with fresh water after operation in dirty or salty water Flushing with the Water Hose Joint Do not run the engine dunng this flushing procedure For safety remove ihe emergency stop switch clip so the engine cannot be started while you are standing near the propeller 1 Remove the hose joint cap 102 2 Install the water hose joint in the water joint 3 Connect a water hose to the water
90. the water M RELEASE THROTTLE FRICTION KNOB boat by returning the throttle to the slow speed side To set the throttle at a steady speed turn the throttle friction knob clock wise To decrease friction for manual speed control turn the friction knob counterclockwise In an emergency you can close the throttle without unscrewing the friction knob 77 6 OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE SIDE MOUNT TYPE Gear Shifting F neutral forward neutral R NEURTAL RELEASE LEVER CONTROL LEVER MAXIMUM WA O0PENING PULL UP MAXIMUM OPENING d While pulling up the neutral release Moving the contro lever farther The control lever will not move unless lever move the control lever forward or backward than 30 will the neutral release lever is pulled up approximately 30 toward F forward increase throttle opening and boat and the choke fast idle lever is in the or toward R reverse to engage the speed lowest position desired gear 7 6 OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Cruising POWER TRIM TILT SWITCH n 1 Press the DN poruon of the power trim tilt switch to tilt the motor to the lowest position LOWEST POSITION 2 Move the control lever approximately 30 from N neutral toward F forward to engage the F forward gear N neutral Moving the control lever father than 30 will increase the throttle opening and
91. tilt angle of the motor for shallow water operation beaching launching from a trailer or mooring 36 SINGLE TYPE CONTROL LEVER DUAL TYPE CONTROL LEVERS Excessive trim tilt angle during operation can cause the propeller to raise out of the water and cause propelier ventilation and engine over revving Excessive trim tilt angle can also damage the water pump Power Trim Tilt Switch control box console LEFT INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENT RIGHT INDIVIDUAL ADJUSTMENT The right and left outboard motors be adjusted separately with the switch on the console side 3 CONTROLS COMMON Power Tillt Switch engine pan Trim Meter Tachometer optional equipment rpm x 1000 TERE TRIM METER TACHOMETER POWER TILT SWITCH The power tilt switch located on the The trim meter has a range of 0 to 20 The tachometer shows the approxi engine pan is for tilting the motar for and indicates the trim angle of the out mate engine speed in revolutions per tratlering or performing outboard board motor Refer to the trim meter minute Refer to the tachometer when maintenance This power tilt switch when using the power trim tilt switch using the power trim tilt switch to should only be operated with the boat to achieve proper boat performance achieve proper boat and engine perfor stopped and engine off mance This switch can operate even when the ignition switch is OFF 37 3 CONTROLS
92. ting the engine The engine will not start unless the emergency stop switch clip is engaged with the emergency engine stop switch 2 Move the control lever to the N neutral position The engine will not start unless the gears are not engaged 63 5 STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE neutral aa 4 D CONTROL LEVER THROTTLE BUTTON 3 Move the control lever forward or backward pushing the throttle button to open the throttle slightly 4 When the engine is cold or the ambient temperature 15 low put the choke switch This will provide a rich fuel mixture 64 START OFF IGNITION SWITCH CHOKE KEY SWITCH 5 Holding the choke switch position ON turn the ignition swich key to the START position and release the key when the engine starts The starter motor consumes a large amount of current Do not run it continuously for more that 5 seconds at a time f the engine dose not start within 5 seconds wait at least 10 seconds wait at least 10 seconds before using the starter motor again N neutral NOTICE Do not turn the ignition switch key to the start position while the engine is running This can damage the starter motor and flywheel After starting the engine return the lever slowly to a position where the engine dose not stall and hold the lever in that position The control lever wil not shift the gears unless it 1s returned to
93. tions It is necessary to pull up the neutral release lever to operate the remote control lever N NEUTRAL FORWARD 30 R 30 REVERSE REMOTE CONTROL LEVER F forward Moving the lever to the F position approximately 30 from the position will engage the forward gear Moving the lever farther into the F position will increse the throttle opening and the boat s for ward speed N neutral The engine idles and the transmis sion gears are disengaged R reverse Moving the lever to the R position approximately 30 from the position will engage the reverse gear Moving the lever farther into the R position will increase the throttle opening and the boat s reverse speed 19 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Neutral Release Lever NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER The neutral release lever is on the remote control lever to prevent an accidental gear engagement The remote control lever will not engage forward or reverse gear unless the neutral release lever 15 pulled up 20 Ipnition Switch ON START The remote control box 1s equipped with a key type ignition switch Key positions START To activate the starter motor and start the engine the remote control lever must be in the neutral position IGNITION ON To run the engine after starting the battery will discharge if the key is left in this position with the engine not running OFF To stop the engin
94. to determine the amount of effort required ae 7 TIGHTENING BOLT A KIGHT TRIM TAB O If less effort is required to make left Make small adjustments at a time and turns retest Incorrect trim tab adjustment Loosen the trim tab tightening bolt can cause adverse steering and turn the rear end of the trim tab toward the left Tighten the bolt securely less effort is required to make nght tums Loosen the trim tab tightening bolt and turn the rear end of the trim tab toward the nght Tighten the bolt securely 89 6 OPERATION MOTOR PROTECTION SYSTEM Engine Oil Pressure and Overheat Warning System If the engine oil pressure drops and or the engine overheats either or both warning systems could be activated When activated the engine speed will decrease gradually the green oil pressure indicator light will turn OFF and the red overheat indicator light will turn ON A continuous buzzer wilk sound on the remote control type The engine speed can not be increased with a larger throttle opentng until the malfunction is corrected When the malfunction is corrected the engine speed will increase gradually 90 OIL PRESSURE OIL PRESSURE OVERHEAT FILLER HANDLE TYPE REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Remote Symptom control ame pressure OFF ON Continuous overheat When the pressure warning sys tems is activated 1 Stop the engine immediately and
95. trol Lever SINGLE TYPE CONTROL LEVER CONTROL LEVERS The remote control lever controls gear selection and throttle opening posi tions N _ NEUTRAL FORWARD 35 REVERSE THROTTLE OPENING THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM _ REMOTE CONTROL LEVER R reverse Moving the lever to the R position approximately 35 from the N pesition will engage the reverse gear Moving the lever farther into the R position will increase the throttlc opening and the boat s reverse speed F forward Moving the lever to the F position approximately 35 from the N position will engage the forward gear Moving the lever farther into the F position will increase the throttle opening and the boat s for ward speed N neutral The engine idles and the transmis sion gears are disengaged 31 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Ignition Switch ON To run the engine after starting the ON START battery will discharge if the key is left in this position with the engine not running OFF OFF To stop the engine IGNITION OFF To prevent the battery from dis IGNITION charging keep the key in the OFF KEY position when the engine 1s not run ning The switch panel is equipped with a key type ignition switch Key positions START To activate the starter motor and start the engine the remote control lever must be in neutral position 32 Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard
96. ttle opening to 80 When cruising at high throttle under rough water condition or large waves the propeller may not remain fully in the water and the engine speed could exceed the maximum speed range Slow down to keep the propeller in the water 81 6 OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE TOP MOUNT TYPE Gear Shifting neutral F SINGLE TYPE forward CONTROL LEVER MAXIMUM OPENING Moving the control lever farther forward or backward than 35 will increase throttle opening and boat speed CONTROL LEVER Move the control lever approximately 35 toward F forward or toward R reverse to engage the desired gear 82 N nertral R reverse MAXIMUM a OPENING F L t 1 1 r The control lever will not move unless the neutral release lever is pulled up 6 OPERATION REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Cruising LEHI MILT SWITCH RIGHT MOTOR SINGLE TYPE TRIM MIL TRIM TILT SWITCH FOWER TRIM TILT SWITCH Y 2 LEVER DUAL TYPE POWER TRIM TILT 4 SWITCH 2 CONTROL LEVERS 1 Press the DN portion of the power trim tilt switch to tilt the motor to the lowest position LOWEST POSITION If your boat is dual outboard motor type adjust the trim angle of the nght and left motors to be equal using the switches on the control box as necessary Move the control lever approximately 35 from N
97. ually lower choke fast idle lever to the lowest position to decrease The choke fast idle lever will not move unless the remote control lever the choke and fast 1 is in the N neutral position Conversely the remote control lever will not move unless the choke fast idle lever is in the lowest position 22 Manual Choke Knob CHOKE KNOB A manual choke knob 15 located on the right side of the motor which can be used in the event the battery is dis charged Pul the manual choke knob and a rich fuel mixture will be provid ed to the engine 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Oil Pressure Indicator Light Buzzer GREEN The green pressure indicator light turns OFF and the buzzer sounds when the oil level 1s low and or the engine lubrication system is faulty The engine speed slows down gradual ly Overheat Indicator Light Buzzer The red overheat indicator light turns ON and the buzzer sounds when there is a cooling system problem The engine speed slows down gradually 23 3 CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL TYPE Power Trim Tilt Switch Power Trim Press the power trim tilt switch on the remote control to adjust the motor trim angle from 0 to 20 to Maintain proper boat trim The power trim tilt switch located on the remote control lever can be operated while the boat is under way or while stopped By using the power trim tilt switch the operator can change the trim angle
98. water coming out of the cooling sys tem indicator will vary due to thermostat operation Stop the engine if water does not come out of the cooling sys indicator or if you see steam Check the water intake screens and the cooling system indicator discharge port and if necessary remove any obstructions If the problem continues contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer NOTICE Running the outboard motor with an obstruction in the cooliog system can damage the water pump and over heat the engine The propeller must remain underwater Running the outboard motor out of the water will damage the water pump and over the engine 68 OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT NORMAL GREEN LIGHT ON ABNORMAL GREEN LIGHT BLINKING OR OFF 8 With the engine running check to see if the green engine gil pressure indicator light turns ON Stop the engine if the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON Check the engine oil level see page 45 If the oil level is normal and the oil pressure indicator light does not turn ON contact your closest authorized Honda Marine dealer Warm up the engine as follows Above 41 F 5 run the engine for 2 or 3 minutes Below 41 F 5 C run the engine for at least 10 minutes at approximately 2 000 rprn Failure to completely warm up the engine will result in poor engine performance 5 STARTING THE ENGINE EMERGENCY STARTING Emergency Starting BOLTS HO
99. y If loss of power or hard starting are found to be caused by excessive water or sediment accumulation in the fuel filter inspect the fuel tank Clean the fuel tank and tank filter 1f necessary may be necessary to drain the fuel tank completely and refill with fresh gasoline Fuel Tank and Filter optional equipment Cleaning interval Every 200 hours Refer to the maintenance SH mr Inspect the condition of the fuel cap gasket fuel hose and the O ring seals in the fuel hose connectors Replace the fuel cap gasket hose or fuel con nectors if they are cracked damaged or leaking fuel Be sure the fuel hose is not kinked Fuel Tank Cleaning 1 Disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel tank ifs Gasoline is high ly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when handl ing fuel Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately 2 Empty the gasoline from the fuel tank into an approved gasoline con tainer Peur in a small quantity of fresh gasoline and clean the tank thoroughly Drain and dispose of the gasoline properly 121 10 MAINTENANCE FUEL TANK HOSE CONNECTOR M O RING f FUEL TANK FILTER Fuel Tank Filter Cleaning Replacement 1 Turn the fuel tank hose connector counterclockwise to remove the fuel tank filter Clean the fuel tank filter wit

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