Honda Workshop For Bf5 Maintenance Manual

							00X31-ZV1-6600  BF5A
BF5A
Owner’s Manual
31ZV1660
00X31-ZV1-6600
2eY1500.2011.04
Printed in China
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BF5AK2
PANTONE 288 CVC
DIC F101
BLACK
Includes US and Canadian Models 
						

							µ The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
Keep this Owner’s Manual handy, so you can ref er to it at any time. This Owner’s
Manual is considered a permanent part of the outboard motor and should remain with
the outboard motor if resold.
The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the
time of approval f or printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change specif ications or design at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation whatever. No part of this publication may be reproduced
without written permission.2011 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of
a Honda outboard motor. We are
certain you will be pleased with your
purchase of one of the finest
outboard motors on the market.
We want to help you get the best
results from your new outboard
motor and to operate it saf ely. This
manual contains information on how
to do that; please read it caref ully.When your outboard motor needs
scheduled maintenance, keep in mind
that your Honda Marine dealer is
specially trained in servicing Honda
outboard motors. Your Honda
Marine dealer is dedicated to your
satisf action and will be pleased to
answer your questions and concerns.
Best Wishes,
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. As you read this manual you will
f ind inf ormation preceded by a
symbol. That information
is intended to help you avoid damage
to your outboard motor, other
property, or the environment.We suggest you read the warranty
policy to fully understand its
coverage and your responsibilities of
ownership (see page ).84
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2 A FEW WORDS ABOUT
SAFETY
INTRODUCTION
Safety Messages
Saf ety Headings Saf ety Labels
Saf ety Section
InstructionsIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY. Your safety and the safety of others
are very important. And using this
outboard motor 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. This inf ormation alerts
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining an outboard motor. You
must use your own good judgment.You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:
This entire book is f illed with important saf ety inf ormation please read it
caref ully.preceded by a saf ety alert symbol and one of
three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
such as on the outboard motor.
such as
how to use this outboard motor correctly and safely.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 f ollow
instructions.
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							3
CONTENTS
................................... OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY . 6
................ IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION . 6
................................ SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS . 8
.................................. CONTROLS AND FEATURES . 11
CONTROL AND FEATURE
................................ IDENTIFICATION CODES . 11
.... COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS . 12
.............................................................. CONTROLS . 14
Emergency Stop Switch Clip and Emergency
....................................................... Stop Switch . 14
.......................................................... Choke Knob . 14
.......................................................... Throttle Grip . 15
.......................................... Throttle Friction Knob . 15
..................................................... Gearshif t Lever . 15
............................................................ Starter Grip . 16
..................................... Engine Cover Lock Lever . 16
............................. Transom Angle Adjusting Rod . 16
............................................ Steering Friction Bolt . 17
............................................................... Tilt Lever . 17
....................................................... INSTRUMENTS . 17
............................................................ Fuel Gauge . 17........................................................... INDICATORS . 18
............................................ Oil Pressure Indicator . 18
..................................... Cooling System Indicator . 18
................................................ OTHER FEATURES . 18
........................................................... Rev Limiter . 18
.................................................................... Anode . 19
................................................ Portable Fuel Tank . 19
.................................... Fuel Filler Cap Vent Knob . 19
................................................. Fuel Priming Bulb . 20
.......................................................... INSTALLATION . 21
..................................... POWER REQUIREMENTS . 21
.................................. INSTALLATION POSITION . 21
....................................................... ATTACHMENT . 22
..................... TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT . 22
................................................ BEFORE OPERATION . 23
........ ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER WAY? . 23
IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR
.................................................. READY TO GO? . 23
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CONTENTS
................................................................ OPERATION . 25
.................... SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS . 25
....................................... BREAK-IN PROCEDURE . 25
..................... TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT . 25
....................................... PORTABLE FUEL TANK . 26
................................ FUEL HOSE CONNECTIONS . 26
....................................................... FUEL PRIMING . 27
............... INFREQUENT OR OCCASIONAL USE . 27
...................................... STARTING THE ENGINE . 28
..................................... EMERGENCY STARTING . 30
....................................... STOPPING THE ENGINE . 32
................................ Emergency Engine Stopping . 32
....................................... Normal Engine Stopping . 32
..... GEARSHIFT AND THROTTLE OPERATION . 33
............................................................... STEERING . 34
................................................................ CRUISING . 35
........................ SHALLOW WATER OPERATION . 36
............... MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING . 37
.............. SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR . 38
........... THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE . 38
..................................... MAINTENANCE SAFETY . 39TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER
..................................................................... ROPE . 40
............................... MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . 41
ENGINE COVER REMOVAL AND
.................................................. INSTALLATION . 43
........................................ Engine Oil Level Check . 43
................................................ Engine Oil Change . 44
.............................. Engine Oil Recommendations . 45
................................... Gear Case Oil Level Check . 45
........................................... Gear Case Oil Change . 46
................................................. Lubrication Points . 48
................................................ Spark Plug Service . 49
............................................................. REFUELING . 50
............................... FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS . 52
............... Fuel Filter Inspection and Replacement . 53
....... Portable Fuel Tank and Tank Filter Cleaning . 55
............................. Recoil Starter Rope Inspection . 56
.............................................. Anode Replacement . 56
................... Propeller and Shear Pin Replacement . 57
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CONTENTS
.................................... CLEANING AND FLUSHING . 59
.......................................... Cleaning and Flushing . 59
.................................................................... STORAGE . 61
........................................................................ Fuel . 61
............................................................. Engine Oil . 63
................................... STORAGE PRECAUTIONS . 63
............................... REMOVAL FROM STORAGE . 64
........................................................ TRANSPORTING . 65
WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED
............................................................. ON BOAT . 65
WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR REMOVED
....................................................... FROM BOAT . 65
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED
.......................................................... PROBLEMS . 66
.................................. ENGINE WILL NOT START . 66
HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER
........................................................... STARTING . 68
........................................... ENGINE OVERHEATS . 69
.. ENGINE WILL NOT DRIVE THE PROPELLER . 70
OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR GOES OFF AND
............................ ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED . 71
................... SUBMERGED OUTBOARD MOTOR . 72.. TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION . 74
............................... TECHNICAL INFORMATION . 74
........................................ Serial Number locations . 74
Carburetor Modif ication f or High Altitude
........................................................... Operation . 75
................. Emission Control System Information . 76
.............................................................. Star Label . 78
........................................................ Specif ications . 80
............................... CONSUMER INFORMATION . 81
............................................... Honda Publications . 81
.............................. Customer Service Information . 81
............................................. Warranty Statements . 84
............................ Distributor’s Limited Warranty . 84
..................... Emission Control System Warranty . 89
.......................................... Distributor’s Warranty . 93
........................................................................... INDEX . 96
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							6 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATIONOperator Responsibility
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
It is the operator’s responsibility to
provide the necessary safeguards
to protect people and property.
Know how to stop the engine
quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all controls.Attach the emergency stop switch
lanyard securely to the operator.
Stop the engine immediately if
anyone falls overboard, and do not
run the engine while the boat is
near anyone in the water.
Always stop the engine if you
must leave the controls for any
reason.Always wear a PFD (Personal
Flotation Device) while on the
boat.
Familiarize yourself with all laws
and regulations relating to boating
and the use of outboard motors.
Be sure that anyone who operates
the outboard motor receives proper
instruction.
Be sure the outboard motor is
properly mounted on the boat.
Do not remove the engine cover
while the engine is running. Most injuries or property damage can
be prevented if you follow all
instructions in this manual and on the
outboard motor. The most common
hazards are discussed in this chapter,
along with the best way to protect
yourself and others. The Honda BF5A outboard motor is
designed for use with boats that have
a suitable manufacturer’s power
recommendation. Other uses can
result in injury to the operator or
damage to the outboard motor and
other property.
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							7 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Ref uel With Care
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
Gasoline is extremely f lammable,
and gasoline vapor can explode.
Refuel outdoors, in a well-
ventilated area, with the engine
stopped. Never smoke near
gasoline, and keep other f lames
and sparks away.
Remove any portable fuel tank
from the boat for refueling. Keep
the portable fuel tank away from
the battery or other potential spark
sources.
Ref uel caref ully to avoid spilling
f uel. Avoid overf illing the f uel
tank.
Af ter ref ueling, tighten the f iller
cap securely. If any f uel is spilled,
make sure the area is dry bef ore
starting the engine.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 engine in an area that
is conf ined, or even partly enclosed,
the air you breathe could contain a
dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
Never run your outboard inside a
garage or other enclosure.
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							US, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands T ypes
CAUTION
DANGERKEEP TOTALLY CLOSED WHEN
NOT IN USE. KEEP AWAY FROM
HEAT, SPARKS, AND OPEN FLAME.
SECURE ABOVE DECK IN WELL
VENTILATED AREA. DO NOT USE
FOR LONG TERM FUEL STORAGE.
HARMFUL OR FATAL IF SWALLOWED.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
IF SWALLOWED, DO NOT INDUCE
VOMITING. CALL A PHYSICIAN
IMMEDIATELY.
GASOLINE FLAMMABLE DANGER GASOLINE FLAMMABLE DANGER
8 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY
PORTABLE FUEL TANK
The labels shown here contain important saf ety inf ormation. Please read them caref ully. These labels are considered
permanent parts of your outboard motor. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda
Marine dealer f or a replacement.
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