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BF2.3DH
Includes US and Canadian Models
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  • Page 1 Owner`s Manual BF2.3DH Includes US and Canadian Models © 2022 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. - All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 3 We want to help you get the best scheduled maintenance, keep in mind results from your new outboard motor that your Honda Marine dealer is and to operate it safely. This manual specially trained in servicing Honda contains information on how to do outboard motors.
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including: SAFETY • Safety Labels – on the outboard motor. Your safety and the safety of others • Safety Messages – preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three are very important.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY ........6 OTHER FEATURES ..........17 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ....6 Centrifugal Clutch ..........17 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ......8 Oil Level Inspection Window ......18 Anode ..............18 CONTROLS AND FEATURES ........11 CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION INSTALLATION ............19 CODES ..............
  • Page 6 CONTENTS OPERATION ..............24 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ....37 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ....24 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE ..37 BREAK-IN PROCEDURE ........24 MAINTENANCE SAFETY ........38 TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ....24 TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER INFREQUENT OR OCCASIONAL USE ....25 ROPE ..............39 STARTING THE ENGINE ........
  • Page 7 CONTENTS STORAGE ..............54 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........64 STORAGE PREPARATION ........54 Serial Number Locations ........64 Cleaning .............. 54 Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Fuel ..............54 Operation ............65 Adding a Fuel Stabilizer ........55 Emission Control System Information ....66 Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor ....55 Star Label .............68 Engine Oil ............

  • Page 8: Outboard Motor Safety

    OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY Operator Responsibility • Attach the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to the operator. INFORMATION • It is the operator’s responsibility to • Always wear a PFD (Personal provide the necessary safeguards to The Honda BF2.3D outboard motor Flotation Device) while on the protect people and property.
  • Page 9 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Refuel With Care Carbon Monoxide Hazard • Gasoline is extremely flammable, Exhaust contains poisonous carbon Running the engine of your and gasoline vapor can explode. monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas. outboard while in an enclosed or Refuel outdoors, in a Breathing carbon monoxide can partially enclosed area can cause well-ventilated area, with the...

  • Page 10: Safety Label Locations

    OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS US, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands Types The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Marine dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 11 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Canadian Types READ OWNER’S MANUAL HOT CAUTION The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboard motor. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Marine dealer for a replacement.
  • Page 12 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY Canadian Types • Honda outboard motor is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. • The engine system will be Read and understand the heated during operation and Owner’s Manual before remain hot immediately after operating the outboard motor.

  • Page 13: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CODES Model BF2.3D Type SCH□ LCH□ ● Shaft Length ● ● ● Throttle Grip ● ● Centrifugal Clutch Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications. For the detailed equipment conditions of optional components, consult your Honda dealer.

  • Page 14: Component And Control Locations

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS [LCH type is shown] EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH FUEL FILLER CAP CASE PROTECTOR ENGINE COVER STARTER GRIP OIL FILLER CAP (inside the engine cover) CHOKE KNOB OIL LEVEL INSPECTION WINDOW THROTTLE GRIP FUEL VALVE ENGINE COVER LEVER TILLER HANDLE...

  • Page 15: Controls

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROLS The emergency stop switch clip must Choke Knob be inserted in the emergency stop Emergency Stop Switch Clip switch in order for the engine to start CHOKE KNOB and Emergency Stop Switch and run. The emergency stop switch lanyard must be attached securely to EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH the operator or to the operator’s PFD...

  • Page 16: Throttle Grip

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Throttle Grip Throttle Grip Friction Knob Fuel Valve Lever FUEL VALVE LEVER THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION KNOB THROTTLE GRIP RELEASE HOLD FAST SLOW The throttle grip friction knob adjusts The throttle grip controls engine The fuel valve opens and closes the resistance to throttle grip rotation.

  • Page 17: Starter Grip

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Starter Grip Engine Cover Retaining Strap Transom Angle Adjusting Bolt RETAINING ENGINE COVER Direction to pull STRAP STARTER GRIP ADJUSTING BOLT AND WING NUT Use the retaining strap to hold the Pulling the starter grip operates the The transom angle adjusting bolt is engine cover closed.

  • Page 18: Tilt Lever

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Tilt Lever Steering Friction Bolt STEERING FRICTION BOLT REAR CARRYING HANDLE PULL TO INCREASE FRICTION TO DECREASE FRICTION 75° FRONT CARRYING TILT LEVER HANDLE The steering friction bolt adjusts The tilt lever enables the outboard To return the outboard motor to the steering resistance.

  • Page 19: Clamp Screws

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Clamp Screws Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob OTHER FEATURES VENT KNOB Centrifugal Clutch CLAMP SCREWS OPEN The centrifugal clutch automatically engages and transmits power when engine speed is increased above approximately 2,700 rpm. At idle speed, the clutch is disengaged. FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is provided with a Use the clamp screws to secure the...

  • Page 20: Oil Level Inspection Window

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Oil Level Inspection Window Anode HALF-WAY POINT Long shaft type Short shaft type UPPER LIMIT LOWER LIMIT UPPER LIMIT MARKING OIL LEVEL INSPECTION WINDOW ANODE Use the oil level inspection window to check the engine oil level with the The anode is made of a sacrificial engine stopped and the outboard material that helps to protect the...

  • Page 21: Installation

    (150 mm) or more below the surface MOTOR For most applications, the outboard of the water. For unusual situations, TRANSOM motor should have a horsepower see your Honda Marine dealer for HEIGHT rating which provides 80% of the advice. maximum recommended horsepower for the boat.

  • Page 22: Attachment

    INSTALLATION When the outboard motor is installed Optimum installation height varies ATTACHMENT extremely low, water may enter into with boat type and bottom shape. the engine under case and negatively Contact the boat manufacturer for any affect the performance and durability. special recommendations that are When installing, check that the unique to a specific model of boat.

  • Page 23: Transom Angle Adjustment

    INSTALLATION TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT Use the transom angle adjusting bolt (p. 24) to adjust the angle of the outboard motor so the propeller is perpendicular to the surface of the water.

  • Page 24: Before Operation

    BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY TO GET Safety UNDERWAY? Always wear a PFD (Personal Failure to properly maintain this Flotation Device) while on the boat. Your safety is your responsibility. A outboard motor, or failing to little time spent in preparation will correct a problem before Attach the emergency stop switch significantly reduce your risk of...
  • Page 25 BEFORE OPERATION Maintenance Inspection Safety Inspection • Check the engine oil level (p. 42). • Before each use, look around and Running the engine with a low oil underneath the engine for signs of level can cause engine damage. oil or gasoline leaks. Overfilling the engine can cause •...

  • Page 26: Operation

    OPERATION SAFE OPERATING BREAK-IN PROCEDURE PRECAUTIONS Proper break-in procedure allows the Exhaust contains poisonous moving parts to wear in smoothly for To safely realize the full potential of carbon monoxide gas that can best performance and long service this outboard motor, you need a build up to dangerous levels in life.

  • Page 27: Infrequent Or Occasional Use

    OPERATION The transom angle adjusting bolt is INFREQUENT OR STARTING THE ENGINE used to adjust the angle of the OCCASIONAL USE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP outboard motor in the normal EMERGENCY STOP operating position (p. 34). If your outboard motor will be used SWITCH on an infrequent or intermittent basis, 1.
  • Page 28 OPERATION The emergency stop switch clip 4. Move the throttle grip to the FUEL VALVE LEVER and emergency stop switch lanyard START position. system is a safety device that will Do not start the engine with the stop the engine if you fall away throttle grip in any position other than from the controls while operating the START position, or the boat will...
  • Page 29 OPERATION 7. If the choke knob was pulled to the CHOKE KNOB Direction to pull ON position to start the engine, gradually push it to the OFF position as the engine warms up. Also, as the engine warms up, the throttle grip can be turned to the SLOW position without stalling.

  • Page 30: Emergency Starting

    OPERATION EMERGENCY STARTING EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE RECOIL STARTER FLYWHEEL If the recoil starter is not working PULLEY properly, you can start the engine manually using the emergency starter rope that came with your outboard motor. ENGINE COVER 5 mm NUTS 2.
  • Page 31 OPERATION 5. Pull the emergency starter rope 6. If the choke was used to start the 9. Have your closest authorized slowly until resistance is felt, then engine, return the knob to the Marine dealer check your recoil pull briskly. normal operating position as the starter system and correct the engine warms up.

  • Page 32: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE If the emergency stop switch is EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH activated, the emergency stop switch Emergency Engine Stopping clip must be reinserted before the engine can be restarted. EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH We suggest that you stop the engine this way occasionally to verify that EMERGENCY PUSH...

  • Page 33: Throttle Operation

    OPERATION THROTTLE OPERATION VENT KNOB FUEL VALVE LEVER CLOSE THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION KNOB THROTTLE GRIP FAST FUEL FILLER CAP 3. Move the fuel valve lever to the 4. Close the fuel tank vent by turning Use the throttle grip friction knob to OFF position.

  • Page 34: Reversing The Outboard Motor

    OPERATION REVERSING THE 1. Move the throttle grip to the SLOW position and hold it there by OUTBOARD MOTOR THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION KNOB turning the throttle grip friction Important Safety Precautions knob clockwise. THROTTLE GRIP • Before rotating the outboard motor (from either forward to reverse or from reverse to forward) reduce the engine speed to SLOW, or the boat...

  • Page 35: Steering

    OPERATION STEERING STEERING FRICTION BOLT TO INCREASE FRICTION TO DECREASE FRICTION Use the steering friction bolt to help Steer by moving the tiller handle 2. To reverse direction, turn the hold a steady course while cruising. opposite the direction you want the outboard motor 180°, and then pivot the tiller handle as shown.

  • Page 36: Cruising

    OPERATION CRUISING Transom Angle With a tail wind, increase the transom angle slightly. Install the outboard motor at the best Engine Speed transom angle for stable cruising and For best fuel economy, limit the maximum power. See page 24 for Excessive transom angle during throttle opening to 80%.

  • Page 37: Mooring, Beaching, Launching

    OPERATION MOORING, BEACHING, 1. Stop the engine and turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. LAUNCHING • Do not use the tiller handle as a 2. Close the fuel tank vent by turning To raise the outboard motor out of the lever to raise the outboard motor.
  • Page 38 OPERATION TILT LEVER PULL 5. To return the outboard motor to the normal running position, hold the To avoid damaging the outboard outboard motor by the front motor, be very careful when mooring carrying handle on the engine case a boat, especially when its outboard and pull the tilt level toward you, motor is tilted up.

  • Page 39: Servicing Your Outboard Motor

    THE IMPORTANCE OF To help you properly care for your Remember that your authorized outboard motor, the following pages Honda Marine dealer knows your MAINTENANCE include a maintenance schedule, outboard motor best and is fully Proper maintenance is essential for routine inspection procedures, and equipped to maintain and repair it.

  • Page 40: Maintenance Safety

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety Precautions • Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the Some of the most important safety • Make sure the engine is off before tools and skills required. precautions follow. However, we you begin any maintenance or •...

  • Page 41: Tool Kit And Emergency Starter Rope

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE 8 × 10 mm WRENCH FLAT/PHILLIPS EMERGENCY STOP BOX WRENCH SCREWDRIVER SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE SPARK PLUG WRENCH PLIERS TOOL BAG The following tools are supplied with the outboard motor for simple maintenance procedures and SHEAR PIN emergency repairs.

  • Page 42: Maintenance Schedule

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Follow the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE table and service your outboard motor accordingly. Please note, a claim for warranty coverage will not be denied simply because the maintenance schedule for your outboard motor was not followed. However, any part(s) that fails specifically due to lack of maintenance, or improperly performed maintenance, would not be covered under the Distributor’s Limited Warranty (U.S.) / Distributor’s Warranty (CA.).
  • Page 43 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) First month Every 6 months Every year Perform at every indicated month or operating hour interval, whichever Each use comes first. 10 hrs. 50 hrs. 150 hrs. ITEM Swivel case lining and Replace Every 3 years (2) bush...

  • Page 44: Engine Cover Removal And Installation

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ENGINE COVER REMOVAL Engine Oil Level Check 2. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the window, AND INSTALLATION Check the engine oil level with the fill with the recommended oil to ENGINE COVER engine stopped and the outboard the upper limit mark on the...
  • Page 45 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR When you check the oil level in the oil level inspection window, you might notice the engine oil appears milky or the oil level has increased. If you notice either condition, change the engine oil. See the following table for an explanation of these conditions.

  • Page 46: Engine Oil Change

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Engine Oil Change OIL DRAIN OIL FILLER CAP BOLT An engine oil evacuation device may be used to remove the engine oil, if you do not wish to remove the OIL FILLER HOLE outboard from the boat. Drain the used oil while the engine is HALF-WAY POINT warm.

  • Page 47: Engine Oil Recommendations

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 8. Remove the oil filler cap and fill the Engine Oil Recommendations crankcase with the recommended Oil is a major factor affecting oil up to the upper limit mark on the performance and service life. oil level inspection window (p.42). Engine oil refill capacity: 0.26 US qt (0.25 L) Do not overfill! Overfilling the...

  • Page 48: Gear Case Oil Change

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Gear Case Oil Change 2. Allow the used oil to drain 3. Add oil through the oil drain hole completely, then install an oil pump until it flows out the oil level hole, adapter in the oil drain hole. Change the gear case oil with the and then install the oil level bolt engine stopped and the outboard...

  • Page 49: Lubrication Points

    ● TILT LEVER ● CLAMP SCREW ● SWIVEL CASE ● STEERING FRICTION BOLT ● TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTING BOLT ● THRUST RECEIVER Apply Honda Marine Corrosion Inhibitor (or equivalent) to all areas under the engine cover and any exposed metal surfaces.

  • Page 50: Spark Plug Service

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Spark Plug Service SIDE ELECTRODE RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUG: New plug Plug needing 0.024 – 0.028 in LR4C-E (NGK) (0.6 – 0.7 mm) replacement Incorrect spark plug can cause SEALING engine damage. WASHER SPARK PLUG WRENCH INSULATOR 5.
  • Page 51 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR 6. Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading. 7. After the spark plug seats, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the sealing washer. If reinstalling the used spark plug, tighten 1/8 – 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats.

  • Page 52: Refueling

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR REFUELING Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Fill the tank to the maximum fuel level. FUEL TANK CAPACITY: Gasoline is highly flammable and After refueling, install the cap and 0.29 US gal (1.1 L) explosive. tighten it securely. Turn the vent knob With the engine stopped, turn the vent to the OFF position to close the fuel You can be burned or seriously...

  • Page 53: Fuel Recommendations

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS Engine damage or performance problems that result from using a fuel Use unleaded gasoline with a pump with percentages of ethanol or octane rating of 86 or higher. methanol greater than shown above are not covered under warranty. Your outboard motor is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with an If your outboard motor will be used...

  • Page 54: Recoil Starter Rope Inspection

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Recoil Starter Rope Inspection Anode Replacement Long shaft type Short shaft type RECOIL STARTER ROPE Painting or coating the anode will defeat its purpose and will lead to rust and corrosion damage to the outboard motor. The anode must be exposed to the water in order to protect the outboard motor.

  • Page 55: Propeller Replacement

    SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Propeller Replacement Removal Installation COTTER PIN Before replacing the propeller, COTTER PIN remove the emergency stop switch clip from the emergency stop switch to prevent any possibility of the engine being started while you are working with the propeller. The propeller blades may have sharp edges, so wear heavy gloves to protect your hands.

  • Page 56: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE PREPARATION Fuel problems will vary with such factors as gasoline blend, your storage Proper storage preparation is essential temperatures, and whether the fuel for keeping your outboard motor Depending on the region where you tank is partially or completely filled. trouble-free and looking good.

  • Page 57: Adding A Fuel Stabilizer

    The water level for stabilizer recommendations. avoid spilling fuel. must be at least 6 inches (15 cm) 1. Add Honda Marine fuel stabilizer above the antiventilation plate. or equivalent following the Gasoline is highly flammable and instructions on the label.

  • Page 58: Engine Oil

    STORAGE 2. With the engine stopped, turn the Engine Oil To carry the outboard motor, hold it fuel filler cap vent knob to the ON by the carrying handle, as shown. 1. Change the engine oil position to open the fuel vent, and (p.

  • Page 59: Removal From Storage

    STORAGE REMOVAL FROM STORAGE CORRECT INCORRECT Check your outboard motor as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual. If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine may smoke briefly at startup. This is normal. CASE PROTECTOR If storing horizontally, be sure to fold Cover the outboard motor to keep out...

  • Page 60: Transporting

    TRANSPORTING WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED ON BOAT REMOVED FROM BOAT Lifting the outboard motor by the engine cover, or using the installed When trailering a boat with the Turn the fuel filler cap vent knob to outboard motor as a handle or lever outboard motor attached, leave the the OFF position and close the fuel to move the boat, can damage the...

  • Page 61: Taking Care Of Unexpected Problems

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction Clip not inserted in emergency stop switch. Insert clip in emergency stop switch. Choke knob in OFF position. Pull choke knob to the ON position, unless engine is warm (p.

  • Page 62: Hard Starting Or Stalls After Starting

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING Possible Cause Correction Choke knob in OFF position. Pull choke knob to the ON position, unless engine is warm (p. 27). Throttle grip not in START position. Turn throttle grip to the START position (p. 26). Fuel vent closed.

  • Page 63: Engine Will Not Drive The Propeller

    TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ENGINE WILL NOT DRIVE THE PROPELLER Possible Cause Correction Broken shear pin. Replace shear pin (p. 53). Damaged clutch, drive train, or engagement mechanism. Take outboard motor to an authorized Marine dealer, or refer to the shop manual.

  • Page 64: Submerged Outboard Motor

    If there is a Honda Marine dealership for half an hour. nearby, take the outboard motor to the dealer immediately. If you are far...
  • Page 65 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS 7. Attempt to start the engine. When cranking the engine with an If the engine fails to start, remove open ignition circuit (spark plug the spark plug, and dry it, then removed from the ignition circuit), reinstall the spark plug and attempt remove the emergency stop switch to start the engine again.

  • Page 66: Technical Information

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Serial Number Locations ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record the frame serial number, the engine serial number, and the date of purchase in the space provided on this page. You will need these numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (p.

  • Page 67: Carburetor Modification For High Altitude Operation

    3,000 For use at lower altitudes, have an feet (900 meters) or above, consult authorized Marine dealer modify the with your authorized Honda Marine carburetor for the correct altitude dealer. range. Your dealer can determine the...

  • Page 68: Emission Control System Information

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Emission Control System The U.S., California Clean Air Tampering and Altering Information Acts, and Canadian Environmental Protection Act Source of Emissions Tampering is a violation of Federal and California law. EPA, California, and Canadian The combustion process produces regulations require all manufacturers Tampering with or altering the carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen,...
  • Page 69 TECHNICAL INFORMATION Problems That May Affect Replacement Parts A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumes the responsibility that the Emissions The emission control systems on your part will not adversely affect Honda engine were designed, built, If you are aware of any of the emission performance.

  • Page 70: Star Label

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Star Label The Star Label means Cleaner Marine Engine US, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin This engine has been certified as a: Islands A Star label was applied to this outboard motor in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board.
  • Page 71 TECHNICAL INFORMATION The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission One Star standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than conventional carbureted two-stroke engines. These engines are equivalent to Emission the U.S.

  • Page 72: Specifications

    TECHNICAL INFORMATION Specifications CARB star label ULTRA LOW EMISSION MODEL BF2.3D Cooling system Engine: Forced air cooling Description code BABC Exhaust system Underwater exhaust Type Spark plug LR4C-E (NGK) Overall length 16.2 in (412 mm) Fuel Unleaded gasoline Overall width 11.2 in (285 mm) (86 pump octane or higher) Overall height...

  • Page 73: Consumer Information

    Shop manuals are available through Find a Dealer (optional equipment, oils, and your Honda Marine dealer or visit lubricants) to enhance your boating For Canada: http://marine.honda.com /Service & experience. Call 1-888-946-6329 or visit our...

  • Page 74: Customer Service Information

    CONSUMER INFORMATION Customer Service Information If you need to contact Honda • Your name, address and telephone regarding your experiences with your number (complete with area code) Contacting Honda Honda product or with your dealer, • Model and complete serial number please contact the Honda office in Your Owner’s Manual was written to •...
  • Page 75 CONSUMER INFORMATION To obtain warranty service you must Warranty Service Sometimes, in spite of the best take your Honda outboard motor, intentions of all concerned, a Please remember that recommended misunderstanding may occur. If you together with proof of original retail maintenance interval servicing is not aren’t satisfied with your dealer’s purchase date, at your expense, to a...

  • Page 76: Warranty Statements

    CONSUMER INFORMATION Warranty Statements The American Honda Distributor’s Limited Warranty applies to outboards purchased in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. The Honda Canada Distributor’s Warranty applies to outboards purchased in Canada. The product warranty is only valid in the country where the product was purchased. United States, Puerto Rico and U.S.
  • Page 77 However, if you should require further assistance, write or American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any call the Honda Marine Customer Relations Department of part that is proven to be defective in material or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Please see Contacting workmanship under normal use during the applicable Honda on page 72.
  • Page 78 CONSUMER INFORMATION • Reimbursement for towing charges, in and out of water Exclusions: charges, or technician travel time This warranty does not extend to the following: • Growth of marine organisms on motor surfaces, • Conditions caused by lack of routine maintenance or external or internal improper storage (as outlined in the Owner’s Manual) •...
  • Page 79 CONSUMER INFORMATION Accessories and Replacement Parts This warranty is limited to Honda Marine parts, accessories and apparel when distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, California 90501-2746. Products Covered by Warranty: Length of Warranty: (from date of original retail purchase)
  • Page 80 Honda Marine authorized service facility or dealer in the to state. United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, during normal business hours.

  • Page 81: Emission Control System Warranty

    CONSUMER INFORMATION Emission Control System Warranty Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition Your new Honda outboard engine complies with both the system, catalytic converter, canisters, clamps, filters, fuel U.S. EPA and State of California emission regulations. caps, fuel lines, fuel tanks, valves, and vapor hoses.
  • Page 82 You are responsible for presenting your outboard engine 2441(a)(13)* or their equivalent. If any emission-related to a Honda Marine dealer as soon as a problem exists. The part on your engine is defective under warranty, the part warranty repairs will be completed in a reasonable amount will be repaired or replaced by American Honda Motor of time, not to exceed 30 days.
  • Page 83 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. is also liable for authorized Honda Marine dealer determines it causes the damages to other engine components caused by a failure failure of a warranted part, your warranty claim may be of any warranted part during the warranty period.
  • Page 84 American Honda Motor Co., neglect, improper maintenance, misuse, misfueling, Inc. to sell and service that Honda marine product during improper storage, and/or collision, the incorporation of, or its normal business hours. Claims for repair or adjustment...
  • Page 85 CONSUMER INFORMATION EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS: SYSTEMS COVERED PARTS DESCRIPTION: LENGTH OF WARRANTY: BY THIS WARRANTY: Portable fuel tank, Outboard internal fuel tank, Fuel cap, Fuel hoses, Primer Two years, no limit on hours of bulb, Fuel hose joint, Vapor separator, and Carbon canister, use;...

  • Page 86: Distributor's Warranty

    If any defects c) Any marine product on which required maintenance should be found in a Honda Marine product within the services have been performed as prescribed in the relevant warranty period, necessary repairs and Owner’s Manual.
  • Page 87 Honda Marine dealership. If you are unable to obtain or e) Normal maintenance services, including tightening of are dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive,...
  • Page 88 New genuine Honda replacement parts or accessories sold responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, to a consumer or installed by an authorized Honda Marine transportation or towing costs or any other indirect, dealer which are not covered by the DISTRIBUTORS...

  • Page 89: Index

    INDEX Anode ................18 EMERGENCY STARTING ......... 28 Replacement ..............52 Emergency Stop Switch Clip and ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDERWAY? ....22 Emergency Stop Switch ..........13 ATTACHMENT ............20 Emission Control System Information ......66 Emission Control System Warranty ......79 BEFORE OPERATION ..........22 Engine BREAK-IN PROCEDURE ...........24...
  • Page 90 INDEX IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ......6 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS ......24 INFREQUENT OR OCCASIONAL USE ....25 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ........8 INSTALLATION ............19 Serial Number Locations ..........64 INSTALLATION POSITION ........19 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ....37 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Spark Plug Service ............
  • Page 91 INDEX TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS ..59 TECHNICAL INFORMATION ........64 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE ....37 Throttle Grip ..............14 Throttle Grip Friction Knob ..........14 THROTTLE OPERATION ...........31 Tilt Lever ...............16 TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE ..39 Transom Angle Adjusting Bolt ........15 TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ......24 TRANSPORTING ............58 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED...
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