Honda 99 Outboard Owners Manual

							TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION 
Emission Control 
System Information 
Source of Emissions 
The combustion process produces carbon 
monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and 
hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons 
and oxides of nitrogen is very important 
because, under certain conditions, they 
react to form photochemical smog when 
subjected to sunlight. Carbon monoxide 
does not react in the same way, but it is 
toxic. 
Honda utilizes lean carburetor settings 
and other systems to reduce the emissions 
of carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, 
and hydrocarbons. 
The U.S. Clean Air Act 
EPA regulations require all manufacturers 
to furnish written instructions describing 
the operation and maintenance of 
emission control systems. 
The following instructions and 
procedures must be followed in order to 
keep the emissions from your Honda 
engine within the emission standards. 
Tampering and Altering 
Tampering with or altering the emission 
control system may increase emissions 
beyond the legal limit. Among those acts 
that constitute tampering are: 
. 
Removal or alteration of any part of 
the intake, fuel, or exhaust systems. 
. 
Alterations that would cause the 
engine to operate outside its design 
parameters. 
Problems That May 
Affect Emissions 
If you are aware of any of the following 
symptoms, have your engine inspected 
and repaired by your servicing dealer. 
. 
Hard starting or stalling after starting. 
. 
Rough idle. 
. 
Misfiring or backfiring under load. 
. 
Afterburning (backfiring). 
. 
Black exhaust smoke or high fuel 
consumption. 
. 
Black exhaust smoke or high fuel 
consumption. 
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Replacement Parts 
The emission control systems on your 
Honda engine were designed, built, and 
certified to conform with EPA emission 
regulations. We recommend the use of 
genuine Honda 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. The use of replacement 
parts that are not of the original design 
and quality may impair the effectiveness 
of your emission control system. A manufacturer of an aftermarket part 
assumes the responsibility that the part 
will not adversely affect emission 
performance. The manufacturer or 
rebuilder of the part must certify that use 
ofthe part will not result in a failure ofthe 
engine to comply with emission 
regulations. 
Maintenance 
Follow the maintenance schedule on p. 
53. Remember that this schedule is 
based on the assumption that your 
machine will be used for its designed 
purpose. Sustained high-load operation, 
or use in unusual conditions, will require 
more frequent service. 
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STAR LABEL 
A Star label was applied to this 
outboard motor in accordance with the 
requirements of the California Air 
Resources Board. 
The Star Label means Cleaner Marine Engine 
This engine has been certified as a: -, 
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The Symbol for Cleaner Marine Engines: 
Cleaner Air and Water - for healthier lifestyle and environment. 
Better Fuel Economy -bums up to 30 - 40 percent less gas and oil than conventional 
carbureted two-stroke engines, saving money and resources. 
Longer Emission Warranty - protects consumer for worry free operation. 
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One Star 
Low Emission 
The one-star label identities engines that 
meet the Air Resources Board’s 200 I 
exhaust emission standards. Engines 
meeting these standards have 75% lower 
emissions than conventional carbureted 
two-stroke engines. These engines are 
equivalent to the U.S. EPA’s 2006 
standards for marine engines. 
Two Stars 
Very Low Emission 
The two-star label identifies engines that 
meet the Air Resources Boards 2004 
exhaust emission standards. Engines 
meeting these standards have 20% lower 
emissions than One Star - Low-Emission 
engines. 
Three Stars 
Ultra Low Emission 
The three-star label identities engines 
that meet the Air Resources Board’s 
2008 exhaust emission standards. 
Engines meeting these standard have 
65% lower emissions than One Star - 
Low-Emission engines. 
Clcancr Watcrcraft - Get the Facts 
I-800-END-SMOG 
www.arb.ca.gov 
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Specifications 
MODEL 
BF8D/BFP8D Description Code BABJ Type 
H 
HS I? 
Overall length 
19.5 in (495 mm) 
Overall width 
13.6 in (345 mm) 
Overall height S 
43.5 in (1,105 mm) 
L 
X 
Transom height S 48.6 in (1,235 mm) 
54.1 in (1,375 mm) 
17.1 in (433 mm) 
Weight L 
22.2 in (563 mm) 
X 
27.7 in (703 mm) 
S 87.1 93.7 Ibs (42.5 kg) 98.1 Ibs (44.5 kg) 
L 91.5 Ibs (41.5 kg) 98.1 Ibs (44.5 kg) 101.4 Ibs (46.0kg) 
x 100.3 Ibs (45.5 kg) 108.0 Ibs (49.0 kg) 110.2 Ibs (50.0 kg) 
Rated power 
6.0 kW (8.0 HP) 
Full throttle range 
4,500 - 5,500 rpm 
Engine type 
4 stroke OHC in-line 2 cylinder, water-cooled 
Displacement 
13.5 cu-in (222 cm’) 
Spark plug gap 
0.031 - 0.035 in (0.80 - 0.90 mm) 
Starter system 
Recoil starter 1 
Electric starter 
Ignition system 
C.D.1 
Lubrication system 
Trochoid pump pressure lubrication 
Specified oil 
Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ) 
SAE low-30 
Gear case: API standard (GL-4/5) 
SAE 90 outboard motor gear oil Tank capacity 
Gear change 
Steering angle 
Transom angle 
Tilt angle (91 research octane, 86 pump octane) 
3.2 US gal (12 e, 2.6 Imp gal) 
Forward-Neutral-Reverse 
(doa tvoe) 
“,.. 45’ right and left 
5 stages (4--8*-l 2”-16’-20”) 
3-stage adjustment 
(30’. 45” and 71’) Rmote control 
steerine svstem Motor- 
mounted I 
Tune Up 
80 - 0.90 mm) 1 See page 62 1  Spark plug gap 0.031 - 0.035 in (0.1 
Idle speed 
900 + 50 rpm 
See shop manual 
Valve clearance Intak: 0.17 f 0.02 mm 
(cold) 
Exhaust: 0.23 +_ 0.2 mm See shop manual 
Other specifications No other adjustment is needed 
Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with NMMA produce and using the ICOMIA standard 28123. 
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Specifications 
MODEL 
Descnption Code 
-Type Overall length 
Overall width 
Overall height S 
L 
X BFS.SD/BFPS.SD 
BABJ Ii HS 
19.5 in (495 mm) 
13.6 in (345 mm) 
43.5 in (1,105 mm) 
48.6 in (1,235 mm) 
54.1 in (1,375 mm) 
4 stroke OHC in-line 2 c linder water-cooled 
~~1 
Ignition system 
C.D.1 
Lubrication system 
Trochoid pump pressure lubrication 
Specitied 011 
Enoine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ) 
SAE low-30 
Gear case: API standard (GL-4/5) 
SAE SO outboard motor gear oil _] CARB star label 1 ULTRA. LOW EMISSION 
Oil capacity 
1 Enaine: 1.4 US at (1.3 e, 1.1 Imp at) 
_ 
D.C. output 
Cooling system 
Exhaust system 
Spark plugs 
Fuel pump 
Fuel 
I Automotive gasoline 
(91 research octane, 86 pump octane) 
Tank capacity 3.2 US gal (12 .&Z, 2.6 Imp gal) 
Gear change Forward-Neutral-Reverse  Gear case: 0.301’ US qt (0.285 e’, 01251 Imp qt) 
12V-6A 1 12V- 12A 1 12V- 12A 
Water cooling with thermostat 
Water exhaust 
GR5EH-9 (NGK) , U16FERS (DENSO) 
Diaphragm type fuel pump 
Rmofe control Motor- 
steering system mounted 
Tune UD I 
Spark plug gap 0.031 - 0.035 in (0.80 - 0.90 mm) See page 62 
Idle speed 900 f 50 rpm See shop manual 
Valve clearance Intak: 0.17 f 0.02 mm 
(cold) Exhaust: 0.23 f 0.2 mm See shop manual 
Other speclficatlons 1 No other adjustment is needed 
Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with NMMA produce and using 
the ICOMIA standard 28/23. 
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CONSUMER INFORMATION 
Honda Publications 
These publications will give you 
additional information for maintaining 
and repairing your outboard motor. You 
may order them from your Honda marine 
dealer. 
Shop Manual 
This manual covers complete 
maintenance and overhaul procedures. It 
is intended to be used by a skilled 
technician. 
Parts Catalog 
This manual provides complete, 
illustrated parts lists. 
Warranty Service Information 
Honda Marine 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. The Service Manager or 
General Manager can help. Almost all 
problems are solved in this way. 
If you are dissatisfied with the decision 
made by the dealership’s management, 
contact the Honda Marine Customer 
Relations Office. You can write: 
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. 
Marine Division 
Customer Relations Offtce 
4900 Marconi Drive 
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847 Or telephone: (770) 497-6400 
When you write or call, please give us 
this information: 
Model and serial numbers (p.86) 
Name of the dealer who sold the 
outboard motor to you 
Name and address of the dealer who 
services your outboard motor 
Date of purchase 
Your name, address, and telephone 
number 
A detailed description of the problem 
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							WIRING DIAGRAM 
TILLER HANDLE TYPE (with recoil starter and 6A charge coil) 
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