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  • Page 1 The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda tiller. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest tillers on the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new tiller and to operate it safely.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this tiller safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS ................TILLER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ........SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ............................CONTROLS COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS ........CONTROLS ................. Fuel Valve ................Choke Lever ................Engine Switch ................Starter Grip ................Throttle Lever ................Handlebar Height Adjuster ............Main Clutch Lever ..............
  • Page 5 CONTENTS SERVICING YOUR TILLER (continued) SPARK PLUG SERVICE .............. THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT ..........SEDIMENT CUP CLEANING ............TINE INSTALLATION ..............OUTER ROTARY TINE ..........................INNER ROTARY TINE TINES AND FASTENERS CHECK ..........TIRE PRESSURE CHECK ............RECOIL STARTER COVER CHECK AND CLEANING ....

  • Page 6: Tiller Safety

    TILLER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Honda tillers are designed to cultivate earth outdoors. Other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the tiller and other property. Most accidents can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the tiller.
  • Page 7 TILLER SAFETY Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the tiller is refueled or where gasoline is stored. Do not overfill the fuel tank, and make sure the fuel tank cap is closed securely after refueling.
  • Page 8 TILLER SAFETY Carbon Monoxide Hazards Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. If you run the tiller in a confined or even partially enclosed area, the air you breathe could contain dangerous amounts of carbon monoxide.
  • Page 9 TILLER SAFETY Clear Tilling Area A tine can throw rocks and other objects with enough force to cause serious injury. Before tilling, carefully inspect the area and remove all stones, sticks, bones, nails, pieces of wire, and other loose objects. Be aware;...
  • Page 10 Tools and Attachments To install a tool or attachment on the tiller, follow the instructions furnished with the tool or attachment. Ask your Honda dealer for advice if you encounter any problem or difficulty in installing a tool or attachment.

  • Page 11: Safety Label Locations

    TILLER SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda tiller dealer for a replacement.

  • Page 12: Controls

    CONTROLS COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS HANDLEBAR AIR CLEANER GEARSHIFT LEVER FUEL TANK CAP MUFFLER V-BELT COVER ENGINE OIL TIRE DRAIN PLUG ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK...

  • Page 13: Engine Switch

    CONTROLS HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTER ENGINE SWITCH SPARK PLUG CAP CHOKE LEVER STARTER GRIP MAIN CLUTCH LEVER THROTTLE LEVER FUEL VALVE LEVER TRANSMISSION OIL FILLER CAP HITCH BOX DRAG BAR...

  • Page 14: Controls

    CONTROLS CONTROLS Fuel Valve The fuel valve opens and closes the connection between the fuel tank and the carburetor. The fuel valve lever must be in the ON position for the engine to run. After stopping the engine, turn the STOPPER BUTTON fuel valve lever to the OFF position FUEL VALVE LEVER...

  • Page 15: Throttle Lever

    CONTROLS Starter Grip Pulling the starter grip operates the recoil starter to crank the engine. STARTER GRIP Throttle Lever THROTTLE LEVER The throttle lever controls engine speed. Moving the throttle lever in the directions shown make the engine run faster or slower. Tine speed is controlled by adjusting the throttle lever.

  • Page 16: Main Clutch Lever

    CONTROLS Main Clutch Lever The main clutch lever engages and disengages the transmission that drives the tines. DISENGAGED MAIN CLUTCH LEVER GEARSHIFT LEVER Gearshift Lever The transmission offers a choice of two forward speeds, neutral, and one reverse speed. Shift lever positions are indicated on the gearshift lever bracket.

  • Page 17: Hitch Box

    CONTROLS Hitch box Use a hitch pin as shown below to attach the drag bar or any other attachments to the hitch box. HITCH PIN HITCH BOX LOCK PIN...

  • Page 18: Before Operation

    BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED? Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury. Knowledge Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the tiller and its operation before you begin using it.

  • Page 19: Check The Engine

    BEFORE OPERATION Do not place flammable objects close to the engine. Before beginning your pre-operation checks, be sure the tiller is on a level surface and the engine switch is in the OFF position. Check the Engine Check the oil level (see page 46). Check the air filter (see page 50).

  • Page 20: Safe Operating Precautions

    BEFORE OPERATION SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Before operating the tiller for the first time, please review both the TILLER SAFETY chapter and the chapter titled BEFORE OPERATION. For your safety, do not start or operate the tiller in an enclosed area such as a garage.

  • Page 21: Operation

    OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE Refer to Safe Operating Precautions on page 19. Tines are sharp and spin fast. Spinning tines can cut you severely and can amputate body parts. Wear protective footwear. Keep your hands and feet away from the tines while the engine is running. Stop the engine before performing any adjustment, inspection or maintenance.
  • Page 22 OPERATION Move the choke lever to the CHOKE LEVER CLOSED position to start a cold engine. Leave the choke lever in the OPEN position to restart a warm engine. CLOSED OPEN Turn the engine switch to the ON position. ENGINE SWITCH Move the throttle lever away from the SLOW position, about 1/3 of the way toward the FAST position.
  • Page 23 OPERATION Pull the starter grip lightly until resistance is felt, then return the starter grip once. STARTER GRIP Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. Dir ction to p ll Direction to pull CHOKE LEVER If the choke lever was moved to...

  • Page 24: Operating The Controls For Tilling

    OPERATION OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR TILLING If the tines dig in but the machine will not move forward, move the handlebars from side-to-side. Handlebar Height Adjustment HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTER Stop the engine before adjusting the handlebar height. To adjust the handlebar height, loosen the handlebar height adjuster, select the appropriate holes and tighten it.
  • Page 25 OPERATION Forward Gear Selection Return the throttle lever to the slowest position. Release the clutch lever to disengage the clutch. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear position. The gearshift lever should be operated in accordance with the attached gear shifting plate. If the gearshift lever will not engage the desired gear, squeeze the clutch lever and move the tiller slightly to reposition the gears.
  • Page 26 OPERATION Reverse Gear Operation Use the reverse gear only when it is necessary to move the tiller away from an obstacle. The tiller tines propel the tiller toward the operator when operated in reverse. Contact with rotating tines will cause serious injury. Be prepared to quickly release the clutch lever when operating the tiller in reverse.
  • Page 27 OPERATION Tilling Depth Adjustment The drag bar is used to control the tilling depth. The tilling depth adjustment can be made as follows : Remove the lock pin and retainer, loosen the lock nut and bolt securing the drag bar and sliding the drag bar up or down as necessary.
  • Page 28 OPERATION Rotor Installation on Hitch Box The tiller can be moved with the rotor installed on the hitch box. When installing, make sure that the drag bar contacts with the ground. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. After attaching the rotor, do not put things on it. While moving the tiller with the rotor attached, pat attention to the tine of the rotor and your foot.
  • Page 29 OPERATION Change from Tire to Rotor Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. When changing the tire to the rotor, park the tiller on level ground, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. Remove the rotor from the hitch box (see page 27).
  • Page 30 OPERATION Grip the handlebar and push it in the direction of the arrow to lift the nearest tire off the ground. Keep this condition. Do not pull the cables while gripping the handlebar. Pay attention, when tilting the tiller. The gasoline may leak if the tilting angle is more than necessary.
  • Page 31 OPERATION Align the punch mark (L or R) on the rotor with the punch mark (L or R) on the fender. Install the rotor to the axle. Insert the retainer and set the lock pin. PUNCH MARKS RETAINER ROTOR FENDER LOCK PIN AXLE The opposite side tire is similar.
  • Page 32 OPERATION Change from Rotor to Tire Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. When changing the rotor to the tire, park the tiller on level ground, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. Remove the retainer and lock pin.
  • Page 33 OPERATION Grip the handlebar and push it in the direction of the arrow to lift the nearest rotor off the ground. Keep this condition. Do not pull the cables while gripping the handlebar. Pay attention, when tilting the tiller. The gasoline may leak if the tilting angle is more than necessary.
  • Page 34 OPERATION Install the tire to the axle. Insert the retainer and set the clip securely. Insert the clip until its tip contacts with the wheel. Install the retainer with its skew part facing out. SKEW PART CLIP AXLE TIRE RETAINER The opposite side rotor is similar.
  • Page 35 OPERATION Rotor Removal Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. When removing the rotor, park the tiller on level ground, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. Remove the retainer and lock pin.
  • Page 36 OPERATION Grip the handlebar and push it in the direction of the arrow to lift the nearest rotor off the ground. Keep this condition. Do not pull the cables while gripping the handlebar. Pay attention, when tilting the tiller. The gasoline may leak if the tilting angle is more than necessary.
  • Page 37 OPERATION Rotor Installation Align the punch mark (L or R) on the rotor with the punch mark (L or R) on the fender. Install the rotor to the axle. Insert the retainer and set the lock pin. FENDER PUNCH MARKS AXLE ROTOR LOCK PIN...
  • Page 38 OPERATION Clutch Lever Operation (Check and Cleaning) Check that the clutch lever operates smoothly. Check that there are no foreign objects (such as sand, soil, twigs, etc.) on the roller surface. If the clutch lever roller does not move smoothly or if it is dirty, clean the clutch lever and roller (see page 38).
  • Page 39 OPERATION Pull off the snap pin from the lever fulcrum pin. By holding the clutch lever, pull out the lever fulcrum pin. Detach the clutch lever and the wave washer. Remove any dirt or foreign objects. Wipe off and clean the roller surface of the clutch lever. Set the inside and upper side direction of the wave washer as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 40: Handling Tips

    OPERATION HANDLING TIPS Adjust the handlebar height to a comfortable position (waist height for normal tilling). The drag bar should always be used when tilling. It enables you to compensate for the hardness of the soil. The ideal height of the drag bar will depend on the type of soil being tilled and soil conditions at the time of tilling.

  • Page 41: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency, simply turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Under normal conditions, use the following procedure. Release the main clutch lever to the DISENGAGED position, and move the gearshift lever to the neutral position.

  • Page 42: Servicing Your Tiller

    Remember that your servicing dealer knows your tiller best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, Honda Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement.

  • Page 43: Maintenance Safety

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be...

  • Page 44: Maintenance Schedule

    Service every 10 operating hours or every day when used in dusty areas. These items should be serviced by your Honda servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual for service procedures.

  • Page 45: Refueling

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER REFUELING Park on level ground, stop the engine, put proper mounting under the front frame and put wood block under the drag bar as shown, to keep the tiller horizontal. Remove the fuel tank cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low.

  • Page 46: Fuel Recommendations

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER Refuel in a well-ventilated area before starting the engine. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool. Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Do not fill the fuel tank above the fuel level mark. After refueling, tighten the fuel tank cap securely.

  • Page 47: Engine Oil Level Check

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK Check the engine oil level with the tiller on a level surface (see below) and the engine stopped. Remove the oil filler cap. Check the oil level. If the oil level is lower than the upper limit, fill with the recommended oil to the upper limit (see below).

  • Page 48: Engine Oil Change

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining. Pull up the handlebar while holding it to contact the front end of the tiller to the ground. Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil, and then remove the engine oil filler cap/dipstick, drain plug, and sealing washer.

  • Page 49: Engine Oil Recommendations

    AMBIENT TEMPERATURE The SAE oil viscosity and service category are in the API label on the oil container. Honda recommends that you use API SERVICE category SE or later (or equivalent) oil. Running the engine with wrong type/grade of Oil is misuse and can cause engine damage.

  • Page 50: Transmission Oil Level Check

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER TRANSMISSION OIL LEVEL CHECK Check the transmission oil level with the tiller on a level surface (see below) and the engine stopped. Remove the transmission oil filler cap. The oil should be level with the lower edge of the oil filler hole. If the oil level is low, remove the transmission oil filler cap and add the same type of oil recommended for the engine (see page 48).

  • Page 51: Air Filter Inspection

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER AIR FILTER INSPECTION WING NUT Unscrew the wing nut, and WING NUT PAPER remove the air cleaner cover. ELEMENT Check the air filter elements to be sure they are clean and in good FOAM condition. ELEMENT If the air filter elements are dirty, clean them as described on page .
  • Page 52 SERVICING YOUR TILLER Clean both filter elements if they are to be reused. Clean in warm soapy water, rinse and allow to dry Foam element: thoroughly, or clean with a high flash point solvent and allow to dry. Dip the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out all the excess oil. Excess oil will restrict air flow through the foam element and may cause the exhaust to smoke when the engine starts.

  • Page 53: Spark Plug Service

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER SPARK PLUG SERVICE BPR5ES (NGK) , W16EPR-U (DENSO) Recommended spark plug: An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. Disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area. Remove the spark plug with the spark plug wrench. SPARK PLUG WRENCH Inspect the spark plug.
  • Page 54 SERVICING YOUR TILLER If reinstalling a used spark plug, tighten 1/8 - 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats. If installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2 turn after the spark plug seats. A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head.

  • Page 55: Throttle Cable Adjustment

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT Measure the free play at the lever tip. Free play: 5 - 10 mm If the free play is incorrect, loosen the lock nut and turn the adjusting nut in or out as required. After adjustment, tighten the lock nut. THROTTLE LEVER LOCK NUT ADJUSTING NUT...

  • Page 56: Sediment Cup Cleaning

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER SEDIMENT CUP CLEANING Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position so that it touches the stopper button. Remove the sediment cup with a 10 mm wrench. Empty the sediment cup, and wash it in non-flammable solvent. Inspect and reinstall the O-ring.

  • Page 57: Tine Installation

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER TINE INSTALLATION Install the tines properly. Incorrect arrangement of the tines or installing the tines in the wrong direction will cause vibration and hinder proper tilling. Two types of tines (G and H) are provided. Tine G has engraved “G” mark on its face and tine H has “H”...

  • Page 58: Outer Rotary Tine

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER OUTER ROTARY TINE GEAR CASE SIDE DISK “L” MARK “R” MARK RIGHT OUTER ROTARY TINES TINE H TINE G “G” and ”H” mark toward the gear case LEFT OUTER ROTARY TINES TINE G TINE H “G” and ”H” mark toward the side disk...

  • Page 59: Inner Rotary Tine

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER INNER ROTARY TINES GEAR CASE SIDE DISK “L” MARK “R” MARK RIGHT INNER ROTARY TINES TINE H TINE G “G” and ”H” mark toward the gear case LEFT INNER ROTARY TINES TINE H TINE G “G” and ”H” mark toward the side disk...

  • Page 60: Tines And Fasteners Check

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER TINES AND FASTENERS CHECK Use Honda Genuine replacement tines or their equivalent. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. Check for damage, bent, or loose tines. If abnormality is found, tighten or replace the damaged part (see page 56).

  • Page 61: Tire Pressure Check

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER TIRE PRESSURE CHECK Check the tire pressure. Improper inflation can reduce both tire life and load carrying capacity. If tire pressure is inappropriate, adjust the pressure as below. Tire size: 3.50 - 5 Tire pressure: 150 - 180 kpa (1.53 - 1.84 kgf/cm ) TIRE VALVE...

  • Page 62: Recoil Starter Cover Check And Cleaning

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER RECOIL STARTER COVER CHECK AND CLEANING Check Make sure that grass, clay, mud water or other similar material is not inside the recoil starter cover through the hole located on the side of the cover. Clean if necessary. Cleaning Remove the recoil starter cover by removing the three bolts.

  • Page 63: Handlebar Height Adjuster Tightness Check

    SERVICING YOUR TILLER HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTER TIGHTNESS CHECK Check for looseness in fastened part. Securely tighten the handlebar height adjuster. HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTER...

  • Page 64: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE PREPARATION Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your tiller trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your tiller’s function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use the tiller again.

  • Page 65: Fuel

    STORAGE After washing the tiller, wipe dry all accessible surfaces. Start the engine outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the engine. While the engine is running, operate the clutch lever to expel water from the pulleys, belts, and other moving items.
  • Page 66 STORAGE Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old gasoline will cause hard starting and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system. If the gasoline in your tiller deteriorates during storage, you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced.

  • Page 67: Draining Fuel Tank And Carburetor

    STORAGE Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Place an approved gasoline container below the carburetor, and use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel. To drain the gasoline of the carburetor only, place a suitable container under the carburetor and follow procedures ‘‘5.’’ and ‘‘6.’’. Remove the sediment cup and O-ring.
  • Page 68 STORAGE Allow the gasoline to drain completely, and turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. Turn the fuel valve lever to the DRAIN position while keeping the stopper button pressed. Drain the gasoline into a suitable container. STOPPER BUTTON DRAIN Allow the gasoline to drain completely.

  • Page 69: Engine Oil

    STORAGE Engine Oil Change the engine oil (see page 47). Remove the spark plug (see page 52). Pour a tablespoon (5 - 10 cc) of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Gently pull the starter grip several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder.

  • Page 70: Storage Precautions

    STORAGE STORAGE PRECAUTIONS If your tiller will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-producing electric motor or where power tools are operated.

  • Page 71: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING BEFORE LOADING If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the tiller on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials. Always turn the engine switch to the OFF position.

  • Page 72: Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems

    Start engine with throttle lever in FAST position and the choke open. Take tiller to an Fuel filter clogged, Replace or repair faulty authorized Honda carburetor malfunction, components as servicing dealer, or ignition malfunction, necessary. refer to the valves stuck, etc.

  • Page 73: Engine Lacks Power

    Refuel with fresh refueled with bad gasoline (p. 44). gasoline. Take tiller to an Fuel filter clogged, Replace or repair faulty authorized Honda carburetor malfunction, components as servicing dealer, or ignition malfunction, necessary. refer to the valves stuck, etc.

  • Page 74: Tilling Problems

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS TILLING PROBLEMS Poor T illing Quality Possible Cause Correction Check that the Engine speed is too Move the throttle to the throttle lever is in slow for soil conditions. FAST position (p. 14). the SLOW position. Reduce forward Tiller is moving too fast Shift to slower speed...

  • Page 75: Technical & Consumer Information

    TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Locations ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER Record the engine and frame serial numbers and date of purchase in the spaces below. You will need these serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquires. Engine serial number: Frame serial number: Date of purchase:...

  • Page 76: Carburetor Modification For High Altitude Operation

    TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.

  • Page 77: Emission Control System Information

    Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way, but it is toxic. Honda utilizes appropriate air/fuel ratios and other emissions control systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons.
  • Page 78 Afterburning (backfiring) Black exhaust smoke or high fuel consumption Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your new Honda engine were designed, built and certified to conform to applicable emission regulations. We recommend the use of Honda Genuine parts whenever you have maintenance done. These original design replacement parts are manufactured to the same standards as the original parts, so you can be confident of their performance.

  • Page 79: Specifications

    TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION Specifications FJ500 Model Description code FAAC Type FJ500-RD Dry mass [weight] 61 kg Length 1,340 mm * 1 Width 925 mm *1 Height 1,080 mm Engine model GX160 Engine type 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHV, forced air cooled...

  • Page 80: Consumer Information

    TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION CONSUMER INFORMATION Customer Service Information Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s management.

  • Page 81: Quick Reference Information

    QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION Fuel Type Unleaded gasoline with a research octane number of 91 or higher (a pump octane rating of 86 or higher) (page 45) Engine Oil Type SAE 10W-30, API SE or later (or equivalent), for general use (page 48) Spark Plug Type...

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