32ZZ0602 Web

Owner`s Manual
BF75D • BF80A
BF90D • BF100A
Original instructions
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• Have your dealer install the tiller
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handle.
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Model BF75D BF80A

Type LHG□ LRT□ LHT□ LRT□ XRT□
Shaft Length (Transom Height) 537 mm (21.1 in) • • • •
664 mm (26.1 in) •
Tiller Handle (H1 type) • •
Tiller Handle (H2 type) ∗ ∗ ∗
(SIDE-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL) • •/∗ ∗
Remote Control
(PANEL-MOUNT/TOP-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL) ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗
Gas-assisted Tilt •
Power Trim/Tilt • • • •
Trim meter ∗ • ∗ •/∗ ∗
Tachometer ∗ • ∗ •/∗ ∗
TRL (Trolling) Control Switch ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗
Note that the types of the outboard motor differ according to the countries where they are sold.
BF75D/80A/90D/100A is provided TYPE CODE Example

with the following types according to L R T □
the shaft length, control system, and Destination
tilt system. Tilt system
G: Gas-assisted Tilt (with gas damper assists function)
*: Optional Equipment T: Power Trim/Tilt (with hydraulic assisted function)
Control system
•/*: Optional Equipment depends on H: Tiller Handle Control
destination R: Remote Control
Shaft Length
L: 537 mm (21.1 in) (Long Shaft)
X: 664 mm (26.1 in) (Extra Long Shaft)
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Model BF90D BF100A

Type LHG□ LHT□ LRT□ XRT□ LHT□ LRT□ XRT□
Shaft Length 537 mm (21.1 in) • • • • •
(Transom Height) 664 mm (26.1 in) • •
Tiller Handle (H1 type) • • •
Tiller Handle (H2 type) ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗
(SIDE-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL) •/∗ •/∗ •/∗ •/∗
Remote Control (PANEL-MOUNT/
TOP-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL)
∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗
Gas-assisted Tilt •
Power Trim/Tilt • • • • • •
Trim meter ∗ ∗ •/∗ •/∗ ∗ •/∗ •/∗
Tachometer ∗ ∗ •/∗ •/∗ ∗ •/∗ •/∗
TRL (Trolling) Control Switch ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗
Note that the types of the outboard motor differ according to the countries where they are sold.
BF75D/80A/90D/100A is provided TYPE CODE Example

with the following types according to L R T □
the shaft length, control system, and
Destination
tilt system.
Tilt system
G: Gas-assisted Tilt (with gas damper assists function)
*: Optional Equipment T: Power Trim/Tilt (with hydraulic assisted function)
•/*: Optional Equipment depends on Control system
H: Tiller Handle Control
destination R: Remote Control
Shaft Length
L: 537 mm (21.1 in) (Long Shaft)
X: 664 mm (26.1 in) (Extra Long Shaft)
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This Owner’s Manual is using the FRAME SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
following type names when it
describes the operations special to a
type.
Tiller handle type: H type

Remote control type: R type
Gas-assisted tilt type: G type
Power trim/tilt type: T type
The tiller handle type is classified

into the following two categories.
Tiller handle type: H1 type

Multi-Function Tiller handle Texts with no type indication are the The engine serial number is stamped
(optional equipment) type: H2 type information and/or procedures on the upper right side of the engine.
common to all types.
The remote control type is classified Record the frame and engine serial
into the following three categories numbers for your reference. Refer to
according to the control box position. the serial numbers when ordering
parts and when making technical or
Side-mount type: R1 type warranty inquiries.
Panel-mount type: R2 type
Top-mount type: R3 type The frame serial number is stamped
on the right side of the stern bracket.
Check the type of your outboard Frame serial number: Engine serial number:
motor and read this Owner’s Manual
thoroughly before operation.
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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY ........................................................................................... 8 Common
SAFETY INFORMATION ...........................................................8 Tilt Lock Lever ...................................................................... 43
2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS ....................................................11 Oil Pressure Indicator/Buzzer ................................................ 44
3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .............................................. 14 Overheat Indicator/Buzzer ..................................................... 45
4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES ................................................... 24 ACG Indicator/Buzzer ........................................................... 46
H type PGM-FI Indicator/Buzzer ...................................................... 47
Engine Switch (Ignition Switch) ............................................24 Water Separator Buzzer ......................................................... 48
Shift Lever ..............................................................................25 Trim Tab ................................................................................ 48
Throttle Grip ...........................................................................26 Anode ..................................................................................... 49
Throttle Friction Adjuster ......................................................27 Cooling Water Intake Port ..................................................... 50
Emergency Stop Switch .........................................................27 Cooling Water Check Hole .................................................... 50
Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard/Clip ...................................28 Engine Cover Fixing Lever ................................................... 51
Steering Friction Adjusting Knob ..........................................29 Tachometer (equipped type or optional equipment) .............. 51
TRL (Trolling) Control Switch ..............................................30 Fuel Filler Cap (equipped type) ............................................. 51
R type Fuel Gauge ............................................................................. 52
Remote Control Lever ............................................................31 Fuel Line Connector And Joint (equipped type) ................... 52
Neutral Release Lever ............................................................34 NMEA Interface Coupler ...................................................... 53
Engine Switch (Ignition Switch) ............................................34 Operating Hour Notification System ..................................... 53
Fast Idle Lever/Fast Idle Button .............................................35 5. INSTALLATION........................................................................... 56
Emergency Stop Switch .........................................................36 Transom Height .......................................................................... 56
Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard/ Clip ..................................36 Location ...................................................................................... 57
Spare Emergency Stop Switch Clip (optional equipment) ....37 Installation Height ...................................................................... 57
TRL (Trolling) Control Switch .............................................38 Outboard Motor Installation ....................................................... 58
T type Outboard Motor Angle Inspection (Cruising) ............................ 59
Power Trim/Tilt Switch ..........................................................39 Outboard Motor Angle Adjustment (G type) ........................ 60
Trim Meter (equipped type or optional equipment) ...............40 Battery Connections .................................................................... 61
Power Tilt Switch (outboard motor pan) ...............................41 Remote Control Installation (equipped type or optional
Manual Relief Valve ..............................................................41 equipment) .............................................................................. 63
G type Remote Control Box Location ............................................... 64
Tilt Lever ................................................................................42 Remote Control Cable Length ............................................... 64
Transom Angle Adjusting Rod ..............................................42 Propeller Selection ...................................................................... 65
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CONTENTS
6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ....................................................... 66 Cruising ..................................................................................... 106
Engine Cover Removal/Installation ............................................66 H type .................................................................................. 106
Engine Oil ...................................................................................66 R type ................................................................................... 109
Fuel ..............................................................................................69 TRL (Trolling) Control Switch ................................................. 111
GASOLINE CONTAINING ALCOHOL ...................................70 Trimming the Outboard Motor ................................................. 112
Propeller and Cotter Pin Inspection ............................................71 Trim Meter (equipped type or optional equipment) ................. 115
Tiller Handle Height/Angle Adjustment (H type) ......................72 Tilting the Outboard Motor ...................................................... 116
Steering Handle Friction (H type) ...............................................74 G type .................................................................................. 116
Remote Control Lever Friction (R type) .....................................74 T type ................................................................................... 117
Water Separator ...........................................................................75 Moorage .................................................................................... 118
Battery .........................................................................................75 G type .................................................................................. 118
Other Checks ...............................................................................77 T type ................................................................................... 119
7. STARTING THE ENGINE ............................................................ 78 Power Tilt Switch (T type) ....................................................... 120
Fuel Line Connection ..................................................................78 Manual Relief Valve (T type) ................................................... 121
Fuel Priming ................................................................................80 Trim Tab Adjustment ............................................................... 122
Starting the Engine ......................................................................81 Engine Protection System ......................................................... 123
H type .....................................................................................81 <Engine Oil Pressure, Overheat, Water Contamination,
R type .....................................................................................85 PGM-FI and ACG Warning Systems> ............................ 123
R1 type ...............................................................................85 <Over-rev Limiter> .......................................................... 128
R2, R3 types .......................................................................89 <Anode> .......................................................................... 128
Emergency Starting .....................................................................93 Shallow Water Operation ......................................................... 128
8. OPERATION ..................................................................................99 Multiple Outboard Motors ........................................................ 129
Break-in Procedure ......................................................................99 9. STOPPING THE ENGINE .......................................................... 130
Gear Shifting .............................................................................100 Emergency Engine Stop ........................................................... 130
H type ...................................................................................100 Normal Engine Stop ................................................................. 131
R1 type .................................................................................102 H type .................................................................................. 131
R2 type .................................................................................103 R type ................................................................................... 133
R3 type .................................................................................104 10. TRANSPORTING ..................................................................... 134
Steering .....................................................................................105 Fuel Line Disconnection ........................................................... 134
H type ...................................................................................105 Transporting .............................................................................. 134
R type ...................................................................................105 Trailering .................................................................................. 135
11. CLEANING AND FLUSHING ................................................. 137
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CONTENTS
12. MAINTENANCE ....................................................................... 138
Tool Kit and Emergency Parts ..................................................139
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ................................................140
Engine Oil .................................................................................142
Spark Plugs ................................................................................144
Battery .......................................................................................148
Lubrication ................................................................................150
Water Separator .........................................................................152
Fuel Filter ..................................................................................155
Fuel Tank and Tank Filter (equipped type) ...............................157
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM ...........................................158
Fuse ...........................................................................................159
ACG Fuse ..................................................................................160
Propeller ....................................................................................161
Inspect After Operating .............................................................162
Submerged Outboard Motor .....................................................162
13. STORAGE ..................................................................................163
Fuel ............................................................................................163
Vapor Separator Draining .........................................................164
Battery Storage ..........................................................................165
Outboard Motor Position ...........................................................166
14. DISPOSAL .................................................................................167
15. TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................ 168
16. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 170
17. MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES ........................175
18. ‘‘EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY’’
CONTENT OUTLINE ............................................................. 178
19. INDEX ........................................................................................183
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1. SAFETY
SAFETY INFORMATION
For your safety and the safety of • Do not overfill the fuel tank.
others, pay special attention to these After refueling make sure that
precautions. the fuel tank cap is closed
properly and securely.
Operator Responsibility • Be careful not to spill any fuel
while refueling. Spilled fuel or
fuel vapor may ignite. If any
fuel is spilled make sure that the
area is dry before starting the
engine.
• Honda outboard motor is
designed to give safe and
dependable service if • Gasoline is harmful or fatal if
operated according to swallowed. Keep the fuel tank
instructions. out of reach of children.
Read and understand the • Gasoline is extremely
Owner’s Manual before flammable and is explosive
operating the outboard motor. under certain conditions.
Failure to do so could result in Refuel in a well-ventilated area
personal injury or equipment with the engine stopped.
damage. • Do not smoke or allow flames or
sparks where the engine is
refueled or where gasoline is
stored.
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SAFETY
• Know how to stop the engine • Stop the engine immediately if
quickly in case of emergency. anyone falls overboard.
Understand the use of all controls. • Do not run the engine while the
• Do not exceed the boat boat is near anyone in the water.
manufacturer’s power • Attach the emergency stop switch
• Shift to the neutral position recommendation, and be sure that lanyard securely to the operator.
and then shift to the reverse the outboard motor is properly
position at low engine speed. mounted.
Do not shift to the reverse • Never permit anyone to operate the
position suddenly at high engine outboard motor without proper
speed. instruction.
• 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
• Moving parts can injure outboard motor.
you. Install the engine • Always wear a life-jacket when on
cover after emergency board.
starting the engine. Do not • Do not operate the outboard motor
operate the outboard motor without the engine cover. Exposed
without the engine cover. moving parts can cause injury.
• Do not remove any guards, labels,
shields, covers or safety devices;
they are installed for your safety.
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SAFETY
Fire and Burn Hazards The engine and exhaust system Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and become very hot during operation and Hazard
gasoline vapor can explode. Use remain hot for a while after Exhaust contains poisonous carbon
extreme care when handling gasoline. stopping. Contact with hot engine monoxide, a colorless and odorless
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF components can cause burns and may gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss
CHILDREN. ignite some materials. of consciousness and may lead to
• Remove the fuel tank from the boat • Avoid touching a hot engine or death.
for refueling. exhaust system. • If you run the engine in an area that
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area • Allow the engine to cool before is confined, or even partially
with the engine stopped. Keep performing maintenance or enclosed, the air can become
flames and sparks away, and do not transporting. contaminated with a dangerous
smoke in the area. amount of exhaust gas. To keep
• Refuel carefully to avoid spilling exhaust gas from building up,
fuel. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank provide adequate ventilation.
(there should be no fuel in the filler
neck). After refueling, tighten the
fuel filler cap securely. If any fuel
is spilled, make sure the area is dry
before starting the engine.
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2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

[Equipped type]
These labels are in the locations shown.
They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury.
Read the labels and safety notes and precautions described in this manual carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your outboard motor dealer for a replacement.
READ OWNER'S MANUAL
GEAR SHIFTING
READ OWNER'S MANUAL
EMERGENCY ENGINE STARTING
TILLER HANDLE (H2 type)

(optional equipment)
AT CAUTION
READ OWNER'S
MANUAL
[G type]
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SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
FUEL TANK
(equipped type)
FUEL CAUTION FUEL CAUTION
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SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

CE mark location [European Types]
CE MARK
(1) Model name
(1) (3) (2) Engine family name
(10) (2)
(4) (3) Year code
(6)
(5) (4) Rated power
(7) (5) Dry mass (weight) (with propeller,
without battery cable)
(8) (6) Country of manufacture
(7) Frame number
(9) (8) Manufacturer and address
(9) Name and address of authorized
representative
(10)The identification number of the
notified body
Year code J K L M N P
Year of manufacture 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
Name and address of manufacturer and authorized representative are written in the
“EC Declaration of Conformity” CONTENT OUTLINE in this Owner’s Manual.
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3. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
[H (Tiller Handle) type]
OIL FILLER CAP
ENGINE COVER ENGINE COVER
FIXING LEVER OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK NMEA
(front) INTERFACE
COUPLER
ENGINE COVER
FIXING LEVER
(rear)
POWER TILT
SWITCH
(T type)
TILLER HANDLE TILT LOCK
(H1 type) IDLE PORT LEVER
STERN BRACKET COOLING FLUSH PORT

WATER CONNECTOR FRAME SERIAL
CHECK HOLE NUMBER
ENGINE OIL
MANUAL RELIEF ANODE DRAIN BOLT TILT LEVER (G type)
VALVE (T type) (each side)
GEAR OIL LEVEL
ANODE PLUG
TRIM TAB
COOLING WATER
EXHAUST PORT/ INTAKE PORT
WATER OUTLET PORT (each side)
TRANSOM ANGLE GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT

ADJUSTING ROD PROPELLER ANTICAVITATION PLATE
(G type) (optional equipment)
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
TILLER HANDLE (H1 type)
INDICATORS
(Oil pressure, Overheat,
ACG, PGM-FI)
SHIFT LEVER
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP THROTTLE FRICTION
ADJUSTER
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH

(T type)
THROTTLE GRIP
STEERING FRICTION
ADJUSTING KNOB
ENGINE SWITCH KEY SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP
(IGNITION SWITCH KEY)
ENGINE SWITCH Store the spare emergency stop
(IGNITION SWITCH) switch clip in the tool bag.
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TILLER HANDLE (H2 type) (optional equipment)
INDICATORS SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE FRICTION
(Oil pressure, Overheat, ACG, PGM-FI) TRL (Trolling) ADJUSTER
CONTROL SWITCH
THROTTLE GRIP
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH

ENGINE SWITCH LANYARD
(IGNITION SWITCH) POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH
ENGINE SWITCH KEY
(IGNITION SWITCH KEY) STEERING FRICTION SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP
ADJUSTING KNOB
Store the spare emergency stop switch
clip in the tool bag.
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[R (Remote Control) type]
OIL FILLER CAP
ENGINE COVER ENGINE COVER
FIXING LEVER OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
(front)
NMEA
ENGINE COVER INTERFACE
FIXING LEVER COUPLER
(rear)
POWER TILT
SWITCH
TILT LOCK
IDLE PORT LEVER
STERN COOLING FLUSH PORT

BRACKET WATER CONNECTOR FRAME SERIAL
CHECK HOLE NUMBER
ENGINE OIL
MANUAL ANODE DRAIN BOLT
RELIEF VALVE (each side) GEAR OIL LEVEL
PLUG
TRIM TAB
ANODE COOLING WATER
EXHAUST PORT/ INTAKE PORT
WATER OUTLET PORT (each side)
GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT

PROPELLER ANTICAVITATION PLATE
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REMOTE CONTROL BOX
(equipped type or optional equipment)
SIDE-MOUNTTYPE (R1 type) PANEL-MOUNTTYPE (R2 type)
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REMOTE CONTROL LEVER
NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER

POWER TRIM/
TILT SWITCH TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH*
NEUTRAL RELEASE
INDICATORS LEVER
(Oil pressure, Overheat,
BUZZER ACG, PGM-FI)
(inside)
FAST IDLE LEVER
POWER TRIM/
ENGINE SWITCH TILT SWITCH
(IGNITION SWITCH)
ENGINE SWITCH KEY
FAST IDLE
BUTTON
EMERGENCY R1, R2 types:
STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP
CONTROL SWITCH LANYARD
LEVER EMERGENCY STOP
FRICTION Store the spare emergency stop
SWITCH CLIP switch clip in the tool bag.
ADJUSTER
* For TRL (Trolling) control switch equipped type.
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TOP-MOUNT TYPE (R3 type)
(SINGLE OUTBOARD MOTOR TYPE) (DUAL OUTBOARD MOTOR TYPE)
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS
POWER TRIM/TILT
SWITCH (RIGHT)
R3 type:
POWER TRIM/ POWER TRIM/TILT
TILT SWITCH SWITCH (LEFT) SPARE EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH CLIP
Store the spare

emergency stop
switch clip in the
tool bag.
FAST IDLE BUTTON FAST IDLE BUTTON
SWITCH PANEL (optional equipment) (for TOP-MOUNT DUAL type)

(PANEL-MOUNT, TOP-MOUNT)
INDICATORS
(Oil pressure,
BUZZER Overheat, ACG,
PGM-FI)
ENGINE SWITCH
(IGNITION SWITCH)
EMERGENCY ENGINE SWITCH KEY
STOP SWITCH (IGNITION SWITCH KEY)
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD
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SWITCH PANEL without indicators type
(PANEL-MOUNT, TOP-MOUNT SINGLE) (for THREE OUTBOARD MOTORS type)
BUZZER ENGINE SWITCH KEY

ENGINE SWITCH
(IGNITION SWITCH) EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP

SWITCH CLIP SWITCH LANYARD
(for TWO OUTBOARD MOTORS type)
For the switch panel without indicators type, use it

along with the NMEA2000-compatible device.
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[Common]
FUEL GAUGE
FUEL TANK
(equipped type)
FUEL FILLER CAP
FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL TANK

VENT KNOB TUBE ASSEMBLY
(equipped type)
FUEL LINE JOINT

(outboard motor side)
PRIMING BULB
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FUEL TUBE ASSEMBLY FUEL LINE JOINT

(equipped type) (fuel tank side)
PRIMING BULB
FUEL LINE JOINT

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TACHOMETER (Optional equipment) TRIMMETER (Optional equipment) TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH PANEL
(Optional equipment)
TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH
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4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

Engine Switch (Ignition Switch) NEUTRAL This tiller handle is equipped with an
(H1 type) automotive type ignition switch.
ON
START
Key positions:
SHIFT LEVER
START: to start the engine.
OFF ON: to run the engine after
starting.
ENGINE SWITCH KEY OFF: to stop the engine
(IGNITION SWITCH KEY) (IGNITION OFF).
Do not leave the engine switch
····
····
····
····
START ON OFF NEUTRAL (ignition switch) ON (key in ON

(H2 type) NEUTRAL position) when the engine is not
ON running as the battery will
START SHIFT LEVER discharge.
OFF The starter motor will not work

ENGINE SWITCH KEY unless the shift lever is in the
(IGNITION SWITCH KEY) NEUTRAL position.
OFF ON START NEUTRAL

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

Shift Lever (H2 type) SLOW
(H1 type) NEUTRAL
NEUTRAL REVERSE FORWARD
FORWARD
REVERSE
SHIFT
LEVER
SHIFT SLOW
LEVER
THROTTLE GRIP
The shift lever will not move unless

········
···
···
FORWARD REVERSE the throttle grip is in the fully closed

NEUTRAL REVERSE FORWARD position.
NEUTRAL
SHIFT LEVER
Use the shift lever to run the boat in Use the shift lever to run the boat in
forward or reverse gear, or to cut off forward or reverse gear, or to cut off
the engine power from the propeller. the engine power from the propeller.
There are three positions for the shift There are three positions for the shift
lever. lever.
FORWARD: The boat moves ahead. FORWARD: The boat moves ahead.
NEUTRAL: The engine power is NEUTRAL: The engine power is
cut off from the cut off from the
propeller. The boat propeller. The boat You can chose which side to have the
does not move. shift lever installed. Consult your
does not move. authorized Honda outboard motor
REVERSE: The boat reverses. REVERSE: The boat reverses. dealer.
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Throttle Grip (H1 type)
(H1 type)
THROTTLE
INDICATOR
··········
·····
·····
THROTTLE GRIP
(H2 type) FAST SLOW
START
(H2 type)
FAST START
SLOW
THROTTLE GRIP
Turn the grip clockwise or
counterclockwise to adjust the engine THROTTLE
speed. Turning the grip in the INDICATOR
direction shown by arrow increases The curve on the grip indicates the
the engine speed. engine speed.
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Throttle Friction Adjuster Emergency Stop Switch
(H1 type) (H2 type) (H1 type)
THROTTLE FRICTION
THROTTLE FRICTION ADJUSTER ADJUSTER EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
HOLD
RELEASE
RELEASE
STOP
HOLD THROTTLE GRIP (H2 type)

The throttle friction adjuster adjusts EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
resistance to throttle grip rotation.
THROTTLE GRIP
Turn the adjuster clockwise to
increase friction for holding a throttle
setting while cruising.
Turn the adjuster counterclockwise to STOP

decrease friction for easy throttle grip
rotation.
Press the emergency stop switch to
stop the engine.
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Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard/Clip (H1 type) (H2 type)
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
STOP STOP
EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY

E SWITCH LANYARD SWITCH CLIP
S STOP SWITCH SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH
LANYARD LANYARD
The emergency stop switch lanyard is
provided to stop the engine If the emergency stop switch
immediately when the operator falls lanyard is not set, the boat might
overboard or away from the outboard run out of control when the
motor. operator, for example, falls
overboard and is not able to
The engine stops when the clip at the operate the outboard motor.
end of the emergency stop switch
lanyard is pulled out of the For the sake of the operator’s and the
emergency stop switch. passengers’ safety, be sure to set the
emergency stop switch clip located at
When operating the outboard motor, one end of the emergency stop switch
be sure to attach one end of the lanyard with the emergency stop
emergency stop switch lanyard switch. Attach the other end of the
securely to the operator. emergency stop switch lanyard
securely to the operator.
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Steering Friction Adjusting Knob (H2 type)
(H1 type)
STEERING FRICTION
ADJUSTING KNOB
To increase
friction
To increase
friction
To decrease
SPARE EMERGENCY friction
STOP SWITCH CLIP To decrease
friction
STEERING FRICTION
ADJUSTING KNOB
The engine does not start unless the

emergency stop switch clip is set on
the emergency stop switch.
Store the spare emergency stop

switch clip in the tool bag.
Use the spare emergency stop switch Use the steering friction adjusting
clip to make the disabled engine start knob to adjust the tiller handle
when the emergency stop switch friction. Turning it clockwise
lanyard is not available as, for increases friction and turning it
example, when the operator falls counterclockwise decreases friction.
overboard.
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TRL (Trolling) Control Switch
(H2 type)
DOWN
UP
TRL (Trolling)
CONTROL SWITCH
The engine speed can be adjusted

with the trolling control switch when
in trolling mode.
If you press and hold the TRL control

switch while cruising with the throttle
closed, the mode changes to trolling
mode.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type)

Remote Control Lever
(R1 type) NEUTRAL
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER FORWARD 32° 32° REVERSE
NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER SHIFT SHIFT
FORWARD MINIMUM
MINIMUM
NEUTRAL THROTTLE OPENING
REVERSE THROTTLE OPENING
MAXIMUM
MAXIMUM
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER
Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or FORWARD: REVERSE:

neutral and the engine speed Moving the lever to the FORWARD Moving the lever to the REVERSE
adjustment can be performed with the position (i.e. approximately 32° from position (i.e. approximately 32° from
remote control lever. the NEUTRAL position) engages the the NEUTRAL position) engages the
It is necessary to pull up the neutral gear into forward. Moving the lever gear into reverse. Moving the lever
release lever to operate the remote further from the FORWARD further from the REVERSE position
control lever. position will increase the throttle will increase the throttle opening and
opening and the boat forward speed. the boat reverse speed.
NEUTRAL:
Engine power is cut off from the
propeller.
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(R2 type) NEUTRAL
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER 35° 35°
FORWARD REVERSE
NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER SHIFT SHIFT
FORWARD
MINIMUM
MINIMUM THROTTLE OPENING
THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM

NEUTRAL
MAXIMUM
REVERSE

It is necessary to pull up the neutral gear into forward. Moving the lever gear into reverse. Moving the lever
release lever to operate the remote further from the FORWARD position further from the REVERSE position
will increase the throttle opening and
control lever. the boat forward speed. will increase the throttle opening and
the boat reverse speed.
NEUTRAL:
propeller.
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(R3 type)
(SINGLE TYPE) (DUAL TYPE) FORWARD NEUTRAL
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL
35° 35°
FORWARD FORWARD REVERSE
SHIFT SHIFT
THROTTLE
THROTTLE OPENING
OPENING
NEUTRAL MINIMUM
MINIMUM
MAXIMUM
REVERSE
MAXIMUM
REVERSE
REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS REMOTE CONTROL LEVER

gear into forward. Moving the lever gear into reverse. Moving the lever
further from the FORWARD position further from the REVERSE position
will increase the throttle opening and will increase the throttle opening and
the boat forward speed. the boat reverse speed.
NEUTRAL:
propeller.
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Neutral Release Lever Engine Switch (Ignition Switch) START
(R2, R3 types) ON
(R1 type) (R1 type)
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER ON START
ENGINE OFF
OFF SWITCH KEY
(IGNITION
SWITCH KEY)
ON
NEUTRAL
RELEASE LEVER OFF START
(R2 type) ENGINE SWITCH KEY

This remote control is equipped with
an automotive type ignition switch. Do not leave the engine switch
On the side-mount type (R1 type), the (ignition switch) ON (key in ON
engine switch locates on your side position) when the engine is not
NEUTRAL near the remote control box. running as the battery will
RELEASE On the panel-mount type (R2 type) discharge.
LEVER and the top-mount type (R3 type), the
The neutral release lever is set on the engine switch locates at the center of
remote control lever to prevent an the switch panel. The starter motor will not work
accidental operation of the remote Key positions: unless the remote control lever is in
control lever. START: to start the engine. the NEUTRAL position, and the clip
The remote control lever does not ON: to run the engine is in the emergency stop switch.
operate unless it is moved while after starting.
pulling the neutral release lever up. OFF: to stop the engine
(IGNITION OFF).
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Fast Idle Lever (R1 type)/Fast Idle < Fast Idle Lever> <Fast Idle Button>
Button (R2, R3 types) (R1 type) (R2 type)
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL
The fast idle lever/fast idle button is FORWARD
only needed for starting carbureted MAXIMUM REVERSE
NEUTRAL FAST IDLE
outboard models. The BF75D,
BF80A, BF90D and BF100A models
use programmed fuel injection so,
this lever will not be needed for LOWEST Pull up NEUTRAL
POSITION REMOTE
starting. RELEASE
CONTROL LEVER
LEVER
After the engine starts and if the
Push
outside temperature is below 5°C
FAST IDLE LEVER FAST IDLE BUTTON
(41°F), the fast idle lever/fast idle
button can be used to accelerate Pushing the fast idle button, turn the
The fast idle lever will not move
engine warm up. remote control lever forward. Keep
unless the remote control lever is in
the NEUTRAL position. Conversely, turning the lever forward. The throttle
the remote control lever will not opens and the engine speed increases
move unless the fast idle lever is in after the lever passed the shift point.
the lowest position. Note that the gearshift mechanism
does not function when the fast idle
Lower the fast idle lever to the lowest button is pushed once and then
position to decrease the fast idle. released after the remote control lever
is moved.
The control lever does not operate
unless the neutral release lever is
pulled.
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<Fast Idle Button> Emergency Stop Switch When using the switch panel without
(R3 type) (R1 type) indicators type, pull the emergency
FORWARD NEUTRAL stop switch clip out of the emergency
REVERSE stop switch (see page 130).
Emergency Stop Switch Lanyard/

STOP Clip
REMOTE
CONTROL EMERGENCY STOP
LEVER SWITCH LANYARD
Push
FAST IDLE BUTTON EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH
Use the fast idle button and the (R2, R3 types)

remote control lever to adjust the EMERGENCY STOP
engine speed without gearshift when SWITCH
warming up the engine.
Pushing the fast idle button, turn the EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP
remote control lever forward. Keep
turning the lever forward. The throttle STOP
The emergency stop switch lanyard is
opens and the engine speed increases provided to stop the engine
after the lever passed the shift point. immediately in the event the operator
Note that the gearshift mechanism should fall overboard or away from
does not function when the fast idle the controls.
button is pushed once and then
released after the remote control lever Press the emergency stop switch to
is moved. stop the engine.
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The emergency stop switch clip must (R1 type) Spare Emergency Stop Switch Clip
be engaged with the emergency stop EMERGENCY (optional equipment)
switch or the engine will not start. STOP SWITCH
When the emergency stop switch clip
becomes disengaged with the
emergency stop switch the engine
will stop immediately. STOP

If the emergency stop switch switch clip in the tool bag.
lanyard is not set, the boat EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
might run out of control when
the operator, for example, falls
overboard and is not able to (R2, R3 types)
operate the outboard motor. EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
For the sake of the operator’s and the
passenger’s safety, be sure to set the
emergency stop switch clip located at
one end of the emergency stop switch STOP
lanyard with the emergency stop
switch. Attach the other end of the
emergency stop switch lanyard
securely to the operator. EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
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TRL (Trolling) Control Switch
TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH
Remote Control Box TRL (Trolling) Control Switch

(Side-mount type) Panel
For TRL (Trolling) control switch
equipped type. The engine speed can be adjusted
with the trolling control switch when
in trolling mode.
If you press and hold the TRL control

switch while cruising with the throttle
closed, the mode changes to trolling
mode.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES (T type)

Power Trim/Tilt Switch (H1 type) (R2 type)
Power Trim
Press the power trim/tilt switch on the REMOTE CONTROL LEVER
tiller handle or on the remote control
lever to adjust the outboard motor
trim angle of – 4° to 16° to maintain
proper boat trim. The power trim/tilt POWER TRIM/
TILT SWITCH
switch can be operated while the boat
is under way or while stopped. (H2 type) (R3 type)
By using the power trim/tilt switch
(SINGLE TYPE)
the operator can change the trim POWER TRIM/
angle of the outboard motor to TILT SWITCH
achieve maximum boat acceleration,
speed, stability and maintain REMOTE
optimum fuel consumption. CONTROL
LEVER
POWER TRIM/
TILT SWITCH
The outboard motor trim angle of
– 4° to 16° is the angle when the (DUAL TYPE)
outboard motor is installed on the (R1 type) POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH
boat at 12°. (LEFT) (RIGHT)
REMOTE
REMOTE CONTROL
POWER TRIM/ CONTROL LEVERS
TILT SWITCH LEVER
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Trim Meter
(equipped type or optional
Excessive trim/tilt angle during
equipment)
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 68°
pump.
12°
TILT
ANGLE 0°
16° - 4°
0°
TRIM ANGLE (VERTICAL LINE) TRIM METER
(when transom angle is 12°)
Power Tilt The trim meter has a range of – 4° to
Press the power trim/tilt switch to 16° and indicates the trim angle of the
adjust the outboard motor tilt angle outboard motor. Refer to the trim
of 16° to 68°. meter when using the power trim/tilt
By using the power trim/tilt switch switch to achieve proper boat
the operator can change the tilt angle performance.
of the outboard motor for shallow
water operation, beaching, launching
from a trailer, or mooring. The outboard motor trim angle
Please tilt up simultaneously, when of – 4° to 16° is the angle when the
you mount the dual type outboard outboard motor is installed on the
motor. boat at 12°.
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Power Tilt Switch Manual Relief Valve After tilting the outboard motor, turn
(outboard motor pan) the manual relief valve clockwise
POWER MANUAL
(To hold) (To release) securely.
Check that no person is under the

outboard motor before carrying out
this operation because if the manual
relief valve is loosened (turned
counterclockwise) when the
outboard motor is tilted up, the
outboard motor will suddenly tilt
down.
POWER TILT SWITCH The manual relief valve must be
tightened securely before operating
The power tilt switch located on the the outboard motor or the outboard
outboard motor pan is a convenience MANUAL RELIEF VALVE motor could tilt up when operating in
switch for tilting the outboard motor reverse.
for trailering, or performing outboard
maintenance. This power tilt switch If the power trim/tilt switch will not
should only be operated with the boat tilt the outboard motor, the outboard
being stopped and engine off. motor can be manually tilted up or
down by opening the manual relief
valve. To tilt the outboard motor
manually, turn the manual relief valve
under the left stern bracket no more
than 1 or 2 turns counterclockwise
using a screwdriver.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES (G type)

Tilt Lever Transom Angle Adjusting Rod
TILT LEVER Be sure to lower the tilt lever
and lock the outboard motor
FREE before sailing. The outboard
motor could rise when sailing
in the reverse gear, resulting in
an accidental injury to the
LOCK passenger(s).
TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTING ROD

FREE
Use the transom angle adjusting rod

LOCK to adjust the outboard motor angle
properly.
The outboard motor angle can be
Use the tilt lever to temporarily raise adjusted to the five angles by
the outboard motor when the boat is removing the adjusting rod or
sailing in the shallows, or mooring or changing the adjusting rod position.
anchoring in the shallows.
Raising the tilt lever unlocks the Do not disassemble the gas
outboard motor and the outboard assisted damper assembly as it
motor can be tilted. Lowering the tilt
lever locks the outboard motor. is filled with the high pressure
gas.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES (Common)

Tilt Lock Lever
FREE
LOCK
TILT LOCK LEVER
Use the tilt lock lever to raise the

outboard motor and lock it in the
position when the boat is moored or
anchored for a long time.
Tilt the outboard motor as far as it

goes and move the lock lever in the
locking direction.
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Oil Pressure Indicator/Buzzer (R1 type) (optional equipment)
OIL PRESSURE
The oil pressure indicator turns off INDICATOR Display assy
and the buzzer sounds when the oil
level is low and/or the engine OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
lubrication system is faulty.
The engine speed slows down
gradually this time. (GREEN)
If using a panel-mount or top-mount BUZZER (RED)
switch panel without indicators,
check the indicators displayed on an
NMEA2000-compatible device.
For information about NMEA2000-
compatible device displays, refer to (R2, R3 types)
the display device's manual.
OIL PRESSURE
(H type) INDICATOR
(GREEN)
(GREEN)
OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
BUZZER
(internal buzzer)
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Overheat Indicator/Buzzer (H type) (R2, R3 types)
(RED) OVERHEAT
The overheat indicator turns on and INDICATOR
the buzzer sounds when the engine
cooling circuit is faulty. The engine
speed slows down this time.
OVERHEAT (RED)
If using a panel-mount or top-mount INDICATOR
NMEA2000-compatible device. BUZZER
compatible device displays, refer to (internal buzzer)
the display device's manual. (optional equipment)
(R1 type)
OVERHEAT Display assy
INDICATOR
OVERHEAT
INDICATOR
(RED)
BUZZER (RED)
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ACG Indicator/Buzzer (R1 type) (optional equipment)
ACG
The ACG indicator turns on and the INDICATOR Display assy
buzzer sounds when the charging ACG
system is faulty. INDICATOR
If using a panel-mount or top-mount

(RED)
check the indicators displayed on an BUZZER
(RED)
compatible device displays, refer to
(R2, R3 types)
(H type) ACG
INDICATOR
(RED)
(RED)
ACG INDICATOR
BUZZER
(internal buzzer)
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PGM-FI Indicator/Buzzer (R1 type) (optional equipment)
PGM-FI
The PGM-FI indicator turns on and INDICATOR Display assy
the buzzer sounds when the engine PGM-FI
control system is faulty. INDICATOR
If using a panel-mount or top-mount (RED)

switch panel without indicators, BUZZER
check the indicators displayed on an (RED)
compatible device displays, refer to
(R2, R3 types)
(H type) PGM-FI
INDICATOR
(RED)
(RED)
PGM-FI INDICATOR
BUZZER
(internal buzzer)
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Water Separator Buzzer Trim Tab
GEAR CASE GROMMET
The water separator buzzer sounds
when water has accumulated in the
water separator.
TRIM TAB TIGHTENING BOLT
WATER SEPARATOR If the steering wheel/handle is pulled

to the side while running at full
speed, adjust the trim tab so that the
boat runs straight ahead.
Remove the gear case grommet.

Loosen the tightening bolt and turn
the trim tab right or left to adjust (see
page 122).
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Anode
ANODE ANODE
(each side) (stern bracket)
The anode metal is a sacrificed metal

which protects the outboard motor
from corrosion.
Do not paint the anode. It

deteriorates the function of the
anode metal, which can lead to rust
and corrosion damage to the
outboard motor.
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Cooling Water Intake Port Cooling Water Check Hole
COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE
COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT

(each side)
The cooling water is checked here to
The engine cooling water is drawn see whether it is circulating inside the
into the engine through this port. engine properly.
After starting the engine, check at the

cooling water check hole whether the
cooling water is circulating through
the engine.
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Engine Cover Fixing Lever Tachometer Fuel Filler Cap (equipped type)
(Front/Rear) (equipped type or optional (with vent knob)
equipment)
FUEL FILLER CAP VENT KNOB
ENGINE COVER
FIXING LEVER OPEN
(front/rear)
FUEL CLOSE
FILLER CAP
UNLOCK TACHOMETER
The tachometer shows the engine

LOCK speed in revolutions per minute.
Latch/unlatch the engine cover fixing
lever to install or remove the engine The fuel filler cap vent knob controls
cover. air entering and leaving the fuel tank.
When refilling the fuel tank, turn the
vent knob counterclockwise to open
and remove the fuel filler cap.
Turn the vent knob clockwise and
close it securely before transporting
or storing the fuel tank.
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Fuel Gauge Fuel Line Connector And Joint The fuel line connector and joint are
(equipped type) used to connect the fuel line between
the fuel tank and the separate
FUEL GAUGE FUEL LINE CONNECTOR
outboard motor.
(fuel tank side)
HOSE PLUG
The fuel gauge indicates the fuel level

in the tank.
FUEL HOSE FUEL LINE

JOINT
HOSE CLAMP
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NMEA Interface Coupler Operating Hour Notification Periodic maintenance is required
NMEA INTERFACE System when either the operating hours or the
COUPLER time since last maintenance reaches
This outboard motor engine counts the prescribed limit. Therefore,
the number of operating hours since periodic maintenance may be
the last periodic maintenance. When required based on the number of
the next periodic maintenance is due, months since the last maintenance
the engine notifies the NMEA2000 before the alert based on engine
network, and a maintenance operating hours displays (see
indication is displayed on an Maintenance Schedule on page 140).
NMEA2000-compatible device. Reset the hour counter whenever
maintenance is performed, whether
After periodic maintenance is based on the time interval or the
The NMEA2000 interface coupler performed, reset the hour counter by:
can provide information regarding number of operating hours.
1. Stopping the engine.
engine speed, fuel consumption, and 2. Setting the gearshift at F or R.
various warnings to an existing 3. Turning the ignition switch ON.
NMEA2000 network via an optional The buzzer will sound once.
interface cable. Contact your dealer 4. Pressing the emergency stop switch
for more information. 5 times within 20 seconds.
When using the switch panel
without indicators type, within 20
seconds, pull and insert the
emergency stop switch clip, or
remove the clip and pull the
emergency stop switch 5 times.
The buzzer will sound once when
the hour counter is reset.
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<Operating hour notification timing> NMEA2000-compatible display:
• Follow instructions for the display.
• If the display allows selection of
notification to be preset, select
Every 100 hours
“Notify” (or equivalent).
• Turn on the power supply to the
20 80 hours 100 hours
display before turning on the
hours after reset after reset ignition switch of the outboard
motor.
• The indication may differ,
Start of Notify Notify Notify
operation depending on the type of display.
<Display>
Steps 1 2 3 4
Outboard Ignition switch

— Start engine Gear at F or R
motor ON
Display Switch ON — — —
Not shown Shown Shown Not shown

Maintenance
indication on Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance Maintenance
display indication indication indication indication
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When “Periodic Maintenance” is How to reset the Hour Counter
indicated:
1. Have the periodic maintenance 1. Be sure to turn OFF the engine
performed without delay after before beginning the reset
returning to port. procedure. Pull the emergency stop
2. Reset the hour counter. switch clip out of the emergency
If not reset, the maintenance stop switch by pulling the
indication will remain in the emergency stop switch lanyard.
display, and the hour count until the 2. Put the shift lever in “F” (Forward)
next maintenance will be in error. or “R” (Reverse).
3. Turn the ignition switch ON. Do
When the periodic maintenance is not start the engine. The buzzer
conducted before “Periodic will sound once.
Maintenance” is indicated, reset the 4. Press the emergency stop switch 5
hour counter. times within 20 seconds.
If not reset, the hour count until the When using the switch panel
without indicators type, within 20
next maintenance will be in error. seconds, pull and insert the
emergency stop switch clip, or
remove the clip and pull the
emergency stop switch 5 times.
The buzzer will sound once
indicating the hour counter is reset.
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5. INSTALLATION
Transom Height
Improperly installed outboard Do not exceed the boat
motor can result in the outboard manufacturer’s power
motor dropped into the water, boat recommendation. Damage and
not able to cruise straight ahead, injury may result.
engine speed not increase, and
much fuel consumption. T
We recommend that the outboard
motor be installed by an authorized
Honda outboard motor dealer.
Consult the authorized Honda dealer
in your area for the Y-OP (User Type: T (Outboard Motor
Optional Parts)/equipments Transom Height)
installation and operation. <when transom angle
is 12°>
Applicable Boat
Select the boat suitable for the engine L: 537 mm (21.1 in)
power. X: 664 mm (26.1 in)
Engine power: Select the outboard motor which is
BF75D : 55.2 kW (75 PS) correct for the boat transom height of
BF80A : 58.8 kW (80 PS) your boat.
BF90D : 66.2 kW (90 PS)
BF100A: 73.6 kW (100 PS)
Power recommendation is indicated

on most of the boats.
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INSTALLATION
Location Installation Height
BOAT TRANSOM
HEIGHT • The water level must be at least
100 mm (4 in) above the
anticavitation plate, otherwise
the water pump may not receive
sufficient cooling water, and the
0 to 25 mm engine will overheat.
(0 to 1 in)
CENTER LINE
TRANSOM
ANTICAVITATION HEIGHT
PLATE
Install the outboard motor at the
The anticavitation plate of the
stern, at the center line of the boat.
outboard motor should be 0 to 25 mm
(0 to 1 in) below the bottom of the
boat.
The correct dimensions differ
according to the type of the boats and
the configuration of the bottom of the
boats. Follow the manufacture’s
recommended installation height.
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INSTALLATION
Outboard Motor Installation
BOLT (12 × 119 mm) (4) Standard torque:
55 N·m (5.6 kgf·m, 41 lbf·ft)
STERN BRACKET
The standard torque is given just as a ENGINE
guideline. Torque of the nut can be HANGER (2)
different according to the material of
the boat. Consult with an authorized
WASHER (8)
NUT (8)
WASHER (4)
Install the outboard motor securely.
Loosely mounted outboard motor
can result in accidental loss of the
outboard motor and damage and
1. Apply the silicone sealant injury to the equipment and
(Three Bond 1216 or equivalent) to personnel.
the outboard motor mounting
holes. Before installing the outboard motor
2. Set the outboard motor on the boat on the boat, hang the outboard motor
and secure with the bolts, washers, with the hoist or equivalent devise by
and nuts. attaching the two engine hangers to
the outboard.
Use the hoist which allowable load is
250 kg (551 lbs) or above.
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INSTALLATION
Outboard Motor Angle Inspection
(Cruising)
INCORRECT INCORRECT CORRECT

CAUSES BOAT TO ‘‘SQUAT’’ CAUSES BOAT TO ‘‘PLOW’’ GIVES MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE
Install the outboard motor at the best Trim angle too small: Incorrect The trim angle differs according to
trim angle for stable cruising and causes boat to ‘‘plow.’’ the combination of the boat, outboard
maximum power. motor, and propeller, and the
Trim angle too large: Incorrect operating conditions.
causes boat to ‘‘squat.’’
Adjust the outboard motor so that it
is perpendicular to the water surface
(i.e. axis of the propeller is parallel
with the water surface).
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INSTALLATION
<Outboard Motor Angle
Adjustment> TRANSOM ANGLE
NUT ADJUSTING ROD
(G type)
TRANSOM ANGLE
ADJUSTING ROD NUT
There are five adjusting stages. 2. Remove the transom angle 3. Inserting the transom angle
adjusting rod by turning it adjusting rod in the proper hole,
1. Tilt the outboard motor to the counterclockwise. tighten it securely by turning it
designated tilt angle. clockwise. After installing the
adjusting rod, pull it and be sure it
is not withdrawn.
To prevent damage to the motor or

boat, make sure the adjusting rod
is installed securely.
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INSTALLATION
Battery Connections • POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
Use a battery which has CCA ANTIDOTE:
(COLD CRANKING AMPERES) Batteries produce explosive gases: ─ External: Flush thoroughly
If ignited, an explosion can cause
582 A at – 18°C (0°F) and a reserve with water.
serious injury or blindness. Provide ─ Internal: Drink large
capacity 229 minutes (12V 55Ah/
adequate ventilation when quantities of water or milk.
5HR or 12V 65Ah/20HR) or more
charging. Follow with milk of magnesia
specifications.
• CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery or vegetable oil, and call a
The battery is an optional part (i.e.
electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. physician immediately.
part to be purchased separately from
Contact with eyes or skin, even • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
the outboard motor).
through clothing, may cause CHILDREN.
severe burns. Wear a faceshield
and protective clothing. To protect the battery from
• Keep flames and sparks away, mechanical damage and to prevent
and do not smoke in the area. the battery from falling or tipping
ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets over, the battery must be:
into your eyes, flush thoroughly • Installed in the correct size
with warm water for at least 15 corrosion-resistant battery box.
minutes and call a physician • Properly secured in the boat.
immediately. • Secured in a location free from
direct sunlight and water spray.
• Secured away from the fuel tank to
avoid potential sparks near the fuel
tank.
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INSTALLATION
• Battery cable extension:
(+) TERMINAL Extending the original battery
(–) TERMINAL • Be sure to connect the ( + ) side
cable will cause the battery
battery cable first. When
voltage to drop due to the
disconnecting the cables,
increased length of the cable and
disconnect the ( – ) side first then
number of connections. This
the ( + ) side.
voltage drop may cause the
• Unless the cables are properly
RED buzzer to sound momentarily
connected to the terminals, the
when engaging the starter motor
starter motor may fail to operate
and may prevent the outboard
normally.
BLACK from starting. If the outboard
• Be careful to avoid connecting
starts and the buzzer sounds
the battery in reverse polarity,
momentarily, there may be
Connect the battery cables: as this will damage the
barely sufficient voltage
1. Connect the cable with the red battery-charging system in the
reaching the engine.
terminal cover to the positive ( + ) outboard motor.
terminal of the battery. • Do not disconnect the battery
2. Connect the cable with the black cables while the engine is
terminal cover to the negative ( – ) running. Disconnecting the
terminal of the battery. cables while the engine is
running, will damage the
outboard motor’s electrical
When more than one outboard motor system.
is mounted on a boat, connect a • Do not place the fuel tank near
battery to each respective outboard the battery.
motors.
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INSTALLATION
Remote Control Installation
(equipped type or optional
equipment)
Improperly installed steering

system, remote control box, and
remote control cable, or installing
those of the different types could
cause unpredictable accident. TOP-MOUNT TYPE CONTROL BOX
AND SWITCH PANEL
Consult an authorized Honda (FOR SINGLE OUTBOARD MOTOR
outboard motor dealer for proper TYPE)
installation. SIDE-MOUNT TYPE CONTROL BOX
The control box is available in three

types as shown.
Select the most suitable control box
for your outboard motor considering
the installation position,
operationability, etc. of the control
box.
See your outboard motor dealer for
further information.
PANEL-MOUNT TYPE CONTROL TOP-MOUNT TYPE CONTROL BOX
BOX AND SWITCH PANEL AND SWITCH PANEL
(FOR DUAL OUTBOARD MOTOR
TYPE)
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INSTALLATION
<Remote Control Box Location> <Remote Control Cable Length>
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER Do not bend the remote control
REMOTE REMOTE cable as sharp as its route diameter
CONTROL BOX CONTROL is 300 mm (11.8 in) or less, or it
CABLE affects the service life of the cable
and the remote control lever
operation.
Measure the distance from the control

box to the outboard motor along the
Install the remote control box in the cable routing.
position where is easy to operate the Recommended cable length is 300 –
remote control lever and switches. 450 mm (11.8 – 17.7 in) longer than
Be sure that there are no obstacles on the measured distance.
the route of the control cable. Set the cable along the predetermined
route and be sure that it is long
The control box position of the R2 enough to the route.
type and the R3 type should be Connect the cable to the engine and
determined in the same manner. be sure it is not kinked, bent sharp,
pulled taut, or interfered while
steering.
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INSTALLATION
Propeller Selection
Select the adequate propeller so that
the engine speed at full throttle is as
follows when the boat is loaded.
Model Engine speed (min-1 (rpm))
BF75D 5,000 to 6,000
BF80A 5,000 to 6,000
BF90D 5,300 to 6,300
BF100A 5,500 to 6,300
Engine speed varies according to the
propeller size and the boat condition.
Use of the outboard motor outside the
full throttle speed range will
adversely affect the engine and cause
serious problem. Use of the correct
propeller assures powerful
acceleration, top speed, excellency in
terms of economy and cruising
comfort, and it assures longer engine
life as well.
Consult with your authorized Honda
outboard motor dealer for proper
propeller selection.
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6. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
BF75D/80A/90D/100A is 4-stroke, Engine Cover Removal/Installation Engine Oil
water cooled outboard motor which
uses unleaded gasoline for fuel (see
page 69). It also requires the engine • Engine oil is a major factor
oil. Check the following before affecting engine performance
operating the outboard motor. and service life. Nondetergent
and low quality oils are not
recommended, because they have
Perform the following inadequate lubricating
pre-operation checks with the properties.
engine stopped. • Running the engine with
insufficient oil can cause serious
Before each use, look around and ENGINE COVER engine damage.
underneath the engine for signs of oil LATCH FIXING LEVER
or gasoline leaks. (front/rear) (front/rear) <Recommended oil>
• To remove, raise the front and rear Use Honda 4-stroke oil or an
engine cover fixing levers and equivalent high detergent, premium
remove the engine cover. quality motor oil certified to meet or
• To install, set the engine cover, exceed U.S. automobile
hook the front and rear latches, and manufacturer’s requirements for API
push down the front and rear Service category SG, SH, SJ or SL.
engine cover fixing levers. Motor oils classified SG, SH, SJ or
SL will show this designation on the
container.
Do not operate the outboard motor
without the engine cover. Exposed
moving parts can cause injury.
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for <Inspection and Refilling> 1. Position the outboard motor
general use. UPPER
vertically, and remove the engine
LEVEL cover.
MARK 2. Remove the oil level dipstick and
LOWER wipe with a clean rag.
LEVEL 3. Reinsert the dipstick all the way in,
MARK and then pull it out and read the
level. If near or below the lower
level mark, remove the oil filler cap
and fill to the upper level mark
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE with the recommended oil. Tighten
the oil filler cap and install the
dipstick securely. Do not
overtighten.
When the engine oil is contaminated
or discolored, replace with the fresh
engine oil (see page 142 for
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
replacement interval and procedure).
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When you check the oil level with the dipstick, you might notice the engine oil Oil filler cap removal (Unlock):
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
OIL FILLER CAP
conditions.
Rib of the ACG cover
Operating Method Result Effect

Running the engine below • Water condenses in the The engine oil
3,000 rpm for more than 30% engine and mixes with deteriorates,
of the time so the engine does the oil, resulting in a becomes less
not warm up. milky appearance. efficient as a
Frequent starting and stopping • Unburned fuel mixes lubricant, and
without allowing the engine to with the oil, increasing causes an
warm up. the volume of oil. engine
malfunction.
1)Turn the oil filler cap 90°

counterclockwise so the lug of the
cap sets horizontally.
2)Pull the cap to remove it.
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Oil filler cap installation (Lock): Fuel Fuel tank capacity (separate tank):
1)Insert the oil filler cap into the oil (Fuel Tank equipped type) 25 L (6.6 US gal, 5.5 Imp gal)
filler port with the lug being set (Using the fuel tank mounted on
horizontally. the boat)
2)Turn the oil filler cap 90° Check the fuel level and refill if
clockwise so the lug of the cap is in necessary. Do not fill the fuel tank
line with the rib of the ACG cover. above the UPPER LIMIT.
(It should click.) Refer to the boat manufacturer’s
UPPER LEVEL FUEL GAUGE instructions.
4. Install the engine cover and lock it
securely. Use unleaded gasoline with the
following octane numbers.
BF75D, 80A, 90D:
Do not overfill the engine oil. Research Octane Number of 91 or
Check the engine oil after refilling. higher (Pump Octane Number of 86
Excessive engine oil as well as the or higher)
insufficient oil could cause damage
to the engine. BF100A:
Check the fuel gauge and refill the Research Octane Number of 95 or
tank to the upper level mark if higher (Pump Octane Number of 91
necessary. Do not fill the fuel tank or higher)
above the UPPER level mark. Use of leaded gasoline may cause
damage to the engine.
Open the vent knob before removing Never use gasoline that is stale,
the fuel filler cap. When the vent contaminated, or mixed with oil.
knob is firmly closed, the cap will be Avoid getting dirt, dust or water in
difficult to remove. the fuel tank.
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GASOLINE CONTAINING
ALCOHOL • Fuel system damage or engine
Gasoline is extremely flammable
and is explosive under certain performance problems resulting
If you decide to use a gasoline from the use of gasoline that
conditions. containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area contains more alcohol than
its octane rating is at least as high as recommended is not covered under
with the engine stopped. that recommended by Honda. There
• Do not smoke or allow flames or the warranty.
are two types of “gasohol”: one • Before buying gasoline from an
sparks in the area where the containing ethanol, and the other
engine is refueled or where unfamiliar station, first determine if
containing methanol. the gasoline contains alcohol, if it
gasoline is stored. Do not use gasohol that contains
• Do not overfill the fuel tank does, find out the type and
more than 10% ethanol. percentage of alcohol used.
(there should be no fuel in the Do not use gasoline containing more
filler neck). After refueling, make If you notice any undesirable
than 5% methanol (methyl or wood operating symptoms while using
sure the tank cap is closed alcohol) and that does not also
properly and securely. a particular gasoline. Switch to a
contain co-solvents and corrosion gasoline that you know contains
• Be careful not to spill fuel when inhibitors for methanol.
refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel less than the recommended amount
vapor may ignite. If any fuel is of alcohol.
spilled, make sure the area is dry
before starting the engine.
• Avoid repeated or prolonged
contact with skin or breathing
of vapor.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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Propeller and Cotter Pin
Inspection
COTTER PIN
The propeller blades are thin and
CASTLE NUT
sharp. Careless handling of the
propeller can result in injury.
When checking the propeller:
• Remove the emergency stop switch
clip to prevent an accidental start
of the engine.
• Wear heavy gloves. PROPELLER
Propeller rotates rapidly while
cruising. Before starting the engine, Engine speed varies according to the 1. Check the propeller for damage,
check the propeller blades for damage propeller size and the boat condition. wear, or deformation.
and deformation and replace if Use of the outboard motor outside the Replace whenever the propeller is
necessary. full throttle speed range will faulty.
Obtain a spare propeller for the event adversely affect the engine and cause 2. Check whether the propeller is
of an unpredictable accident while a serious problem. Use of the correct installed properly.
cruising. If no spare propeller is propeller assures powerful 3. Check the cotter pin for damage.
available, return to the pier at low acceleration, top speed, excellency in
speed and replace (see page 161). terms of economy and cruising
Consult an authorized Honda comfort, and it assures longer engine
outboard motor dealer for propeller life as well.
selection. Consult with your authorized Honda
Keep the spare washer, castle nut and outboard motor dealer for proper
cotter pin with you on your boat. propeller selection.
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Tiller Handle Height/Angle (H1 type)
Adjustment (H type) HANDLE ANGLE: 13°
The tiller handle height and angle can HANDLE ANGLE: 7° 298 mm
(11.7 in)
be adjusted to three positions by HANDLE
changing the installation direction of ANGLE: 21° HANDLE ANGLE: 7°
the height adjustment block. Select a
suitable height and angle for the
operator and secure the block.
361 mm
<Height/Angle Adjustment (14.2 in)
Procedure>
HANDLE ANGLE: 13°
1. Raise the tiller handle and remove
the 8 × 28 mm flange bolt and the
height adjustment block.
2. Pull down the tiller handle. 438 mm
Determine the height adjustment (17.2 in)
block installation direction and
secure the block with the 8 × 28 Install the height adjustment block HANDLE ANGLE: 21°
mm flange bolt. so that the selected angle of the
tiller handle is in this position.
HEIGHT
Reference point
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT 8 × 28 mm
BLOCK FLANGE BOLT
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(H2 type) Install the height adjustment block
HANDLE ANGLE: 7° so that the selected angle of the
HANDLE ANGLE: tiller handle is in this position.
21° 317 mm
(12.5 in)
HANDLE ANGLE: 7°
HANDLE ANGLE: 13°
378 mm
(14.9 in)
8 × 28 mm
FLANGE BOLT HANDLE ANGLE: 13°
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
BLOCK
456 mm
(18.0 in)
HEIGHT
Reference point HANDLE ANGLE: 21°
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Steering Handle Friction (H type) Remote Control Lever Friction
(H1 type) (H2 type) (R type)
STEERING FRICTION
ADJUSTING KNOB (R1 type)
To increase CONTROL LEVER
friction FRICTION ADJUSTER
To increase
friction
To decrease
friction To decrease
friction
To decrease
friction To increase
STEERING FRICTION friction
ADJUSTING KNOB
Check whether the remote control

lever moves smoothly.
Friction of the control lever can be
adjusted by turning the control lever
Check whether the handle moves friction adjuster right or left.
smoothly.
For smooth steering, adjust the
steering friction adjusting knob so
that a slight drag is felt when turning.
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(R2 type) Water Separator Battery
Battery handling differs according

To increase to the type of the battery and the
friction instructions described below might
not be applicable to the battery of
your outboard. Refer to the battery
manufacturer’s instructions.
To decrease CONTROL LEVER Battery Inspection
friction FRICTION ADJUSTER Check whether the battery fluid is
WATER SEPARATOR between the upper and lower levels,
(R3 type) and check the vent hole in the battery
Water separator is located near by the caps for clogging.
engine cover fixing lever of the boat If the battery fluid is near or below
side. Check the water separator for the lower level, add the distilled
water accumulation. Clean it or water to the upper level (see page
consult with an authorized Honda 148).
To increase outboard motor dealer for cleaning
friction (see page 152). Check that the battery cables are
connected securely.
If the battery terminals are
To decrease
contaminated or corroded, remove
friction the battery and clean the terminals
CONTROL LEVER (see page 149).
FRICTION ADJUSTER
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POSITIVE ( + )
• Keep flames and sparks away,
TERMINAL and do not smoke in the area.
ANTIDOTE: If electrolyte gets
into your eyes, flush thoroughly
with warm water for at least 15
minutes and call a physician
immediately.
• POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
ANTIDOTE:
UPPER
LEVEL ─ External: Flush thoroughly
LOWER with water.
LEVEL ─ Internal: Drink large
quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia
Batteries produce explosive gases: or vegetable oil, and call a
If ignited, an explosion can cause physician immediately.
serious injury or blindness. Provide • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
adequate ventilation when CHILDREN.
charging.
• CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery
electrolyte contains sulfuric acid.
Contact with eyes or skin, even
through clothing, may cause
severe burns.
Wear a faceshield and protective
clothing.
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Other Checks (5) TOOL KIT (see page 139)
(2)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(3)
(6)
(1)
Check the following items: The anode (sacrificed metal) helps to Parts/materials which should be
(1) The fuel hose for kinking, protect the outboard motor from installed on board:
collapsing or a loose connection. corrosion damage; it must be exposed • Owner’s Manual
(2) The tiller handle for loose directly to the water whenever the • Tool kit
installation, wobble or smooth outboard motor is in use. Replace the • Spare parts: spark plugs, engine oil,
operation (H type). anodes when they have been reduced spare propeller, castle nut, washer
The remote control lever for to about two-thirds of their original and cotter pin.
smooth operation (R type).
(3) The switch for correct operation. size, or if they are crumbling. • Spare emergency stop switch clip
(4) The stern bracket for damage. • Other parts/materials required by
(5) The tool kit for missing spare laws/regulations.
parts and tools (see page 139). The possibility of corrosion damage
(6) The anode metal for damage, is increased if the anode is painted
looseness or excessive corrosion. over or allowed to deteriorate.
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7. STARTING THE ENGINE

Fuel Line Connection • Be sure that the fuel line is not FUEL HOSE
kinked. (outboard
motor side) BARB
(Fuel Tank equipped type)
Gasoline is extremely flammable, FUEL HOSE HOSE PLUG
and gasoline vapor can explode,
causing serious injury or death.
• Be careful not to spill fuel.
Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may
HOSE CLAMP
ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make (stainless steel)
sure the area is dry before
starting, storing or transporting
ARROW
the engine. PRIMING BULB
• Do not smoke or allow flames or (outboard motor side)
sparks where fuel is refueled or
HOSE FUEL FUEL TUBE
stored. CLAMP LINE ASSEMBLY 1. Remove the hose plug from the
JOINT engine side fuel hose. Insert the
• Set the fuel tank securely so that it fuel line joint in the engine side
does not move or fall down while fuel hose and secure it with the
cruising. hose clamp. Make sure the arrow
• Position the fuel tank so the tank mark on the priming bulb points
fuel line connector is no more than toward the engine side.
1 m (3.3 feet) below the outboard • Store the hose plug in a secure
place.
motor fuel line connector.
• Do not place the fuel tank more
than 2 m (6.6 feet) away from the
outboard motor.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

FUEL FILLER CAP (Using the fuel tank mounted on
FUEL LINE CONNECTOR
(to fuel tank) VENT KNOB the boat)
FUEL TUBE ASSEMBLY
OPEN (equipped type) (outboard motor side)
FUEL HOSE
(tank side)
BARB
HOSE CLAMP
(stainless steel)
(fuel tank side)
1. Remove the hose plug from the
engine side fuel hose. Insert the
fuel line joint into the engine side
fuel hose and secure it with the
hose clamp. (The procedure is the
same as in the case of using a fuel
2. Connect the fuel line to the tank. tank equipped type. Refer to the
3. Turn the fuel filler cap vent knob previous page.)
Be sure the connector is securely counterclockwise all the way to
latched. 2. Insert another fuel line joint up to
open the vent. the barb of the joint in the fuel
Always disconnect the fuel line tank side and secure it with the
when storing or transporting the hose clamp (stainless steel type).
outboard motor. Refer to the owner’s manual for the
boat.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

Fuel Priming
Be careful not to spill any fuel.
ARROW Spilled fuel vapor may ignite. If
any fuel is spilled, make sure the
OUTLET END
(outboard area is dry before starting the
motor side) engine.
PRIMING BULB
Do not touch the priming bulb with
the engine running or when tilting
up the outboard motor. The vapor
separator could overflow.
INLET END
(tank side)
Hold the priming bulb so that the

outlet end is higher than the inlet (so
that the arrow on the priming bulb
points up), and squeeze it until it feels
firm, indicating that fuel has reached
the outboard motor. Check for leaks.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

Starting the Engine (H type)
(H1 type) (H2 type) To prevent damage to the outboard
EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH from overheating, never run the
STOP SWITCH engine with the propeller out of
water.
1. Insert the emergency stop switch

clip at one end of the emergency
STOP
stop switch lanyard into the
emergency stop switch. Attach the
STOP other end of the lanyard securely to
EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY
SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH the operator.
LANYARD
If the operator does not attach the

The exhaust contains poisonous emergency stop switch lanyard,
carbon monoxide. and is thrown from his seat or out
Do not start the engine in a poor of the boat, the out-of-control boat
SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH ventilation area such as in a boat can seriously injure the operator,
LANYARD house. passengers, 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 stop switch.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1 type) (H2 type)
NEUTRAL NEUTRAL
SPARE EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH CLIP SHIFT
LEVER
switch clip in the tool bag. SHIFT
LEVER
Use the spare emergency stop switch
clip to make the disabled engine start
when the emergency stop switch
lanyard is not available as, for
example, when the operator falls
overboard.
·····
NEUTRAL NEUTRAL
2. Move the shift lever to the

NEUTRAL position. The engine
does not start unless the shift lever
is set in the NEUTRAL position.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1 type) (H1 type) (H2 type)
THROTTLE
GRIP ENGINE SWITCH KEY ENGINE SWITCH KEY
START
ON ON START
OFF
OFF
·····
“ ” MARK START
(H2 type)
START
·····
·····
····
····
START ON
OFF ON START
‘‘ ’’ MARK
4. Turn the engine switch key to the
START position and hold it there
THROTTLE GRIP until the engine starts.
When the engine starts, release the
3. Align the ‘‘ ’’ mark on the key, allowing it to return to the ON
throttle grip with the projected end position.
of the ‘‘ ’’ mark on the handle.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1, H2 types)
• The starter motor consumes a
COOLING WATER
large amount of current. Do not CHECK HOLE
therefore 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 running the starter motor
again.
• Do not turn the engine switch key
to the START position while the
engine is running. COOLING WATER
INTAKE PORT (each side)
The “Neutral Starting System” 5. After starting, check whether the cooling water intake port is
prevents the engine from being cooling water is flowing out of the obstructed and remove foreign
started unless the control lever is set cooling water check hole. Amount materials if necessary. Check the
in the N (neutral) position even of water flowing out of the check cooling water check hole for
though the engine is cranked by the hole might vary due to the clogging. If water still does not flow
starting engine. out, have your outboard motor
thermostat operation, but this is
checked by your outboard motor
normal. dealer. Do not operate the engine
until the problem has been
corrected.
If water does not flow out, or if
steam comes out, stop the engine.
Check to see if the screen in the
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1, H2 types) 7. Warm up the engine as follows: Starting the Engine (R type)
NORMAL: ON Above 5°C (41°F) – run the engine (R1 type)
ABNORMAL: OFF for at least 3 minutes.
EMERGENCY STOP
Below 5°C (41°F) – run the engine SWITCH
for at least 5 minutes at approx.
2,000 min-1 (rpm).
Failure to completely warm up the
engine will result in poor engine
ENGINE OIL performance. STOP
PRESSURE
INDICATOR
LIGHT
• If the engine is not properly
warmed-up before raising the EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY STOP STOP SWITCH
engine speed, the warning buzzer SWITCH CLIP LANYARD
and overheat indicator may
6. Check to see if the oil pressure activate and the engine speed will
indicator light turns ON. be automatically reduced.
If it does not turn on, stop the • The cooling system may freeze in The exhaust contains poisonous
engine and perform the following areas where the temperature carbon monoxide.
inspections. reaches 0°C (32°F) or below. Do not start the engine in a poor
1)Check the oil level (see page 67). Cruising at high speed without ventilation area such as in a boat
2)If the oil level is normal and the warming the engine up may house.
oil pressure indicator light does cause engine damage.
not turn ON, consult with an To prevent damage to the outboard
authorized Honda outboard Before leaving the dock, check the from overheating, never run the
motor dealer. operation of the emergency stop engine with the propeller out of
switch. water.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

1. Insert the emergency stop switch
clip at one end of the emergency SPARE EMERGENCY REMOTE CONTROL LEVER
stop switch lanyard into the STOP SWITCH CLIP NEUTRAL
emergency stop switch. Attach the
other end of the emergency stop
switch lanyard securely to the NEUTRAL
operator.
If the operator does not attach the

emergency stop switch lanyard,
and is thrown from his seat or out Store the spare emergency stop FAST IDLE LEVER
of the boat, the out-of-control boat switch clip in the tool bag.
can seriously injure the operator,
passengers, or bystanders. Always 2. Set the control lever in the
properly attach the lanyard before NEUTRAL position.
starting the engine. The engine does not start unless the
control lever is set in the
NEUTRAL position.
The engine will not start unless the 3. Leave the fast idle lever in the
emergency stop switch clip is START (fully lowered) position.
engaged with the emergency stop
switch.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
COOLING WATER
ON START • The starter motor consumes a CHECK HOLE
OFF large amount of current. Do not
therefore 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 running the starter motor
again.
ENGINE SWITCH KEY • Do not turn the engine switch key
to the START position while the
engine is running.
4. Turn the engine switch key to the COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT
START position and hold it there The “Neutral Starting System” (each side)
until the engine starts. prevents the engine from being
When the engine starts, release the started unless the control lever is set 5. After starting, check whether the
key, allowing it to return to the ON in the N (neutral) position even cooling water is flowing out of the
position. though the engine is cranked by the cooling water check hole. Amount
starting engine. of water flowing out of the check
hole might vary due to the
thermostat operation, but this is
normal.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
OIL PRESSURE
If water does not flow out, or if INDICATOR LIGHT If the engine is not properly
steam comes out, stop the engine. warmed-up before raising the
Check to see if the screen in the engine speed, the warning buzzer
cooling water intake port is and overheat indicator may
obstructed and remove foreign activate and the engine speed will
materials if necessary. Check the NORMAL: ON be automatically reduced.
cooling water check hole for ABNORMAL: OFF
clogging. If water still does not flow
out, have your outboard motor Before leaving the dock, check the
checked by your outboard motor operation of the emergency stop
dealer. Do not operate the engine switch.
until the problem has been
corrected. 7. Warm up the engine as follows:
Above 5°C (41°F) – run the engine
6. Check to see if the oil pressure for at least 3 minutes.
indicator turns ON. Below 5°C (41°F) – run the engine
If it does not turn on, stop the engine 2,000 min-1 (rpm).
and perform the following Failure to completely warm up the
inspections. engine will result in poor engine
1)Check the oil level (see page 67). performance.
2)If the oil level is normal and the oil
pressure indicator light does not
turn ON, consult with an
authorized Honda outboard motor
dealer.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

Starting the Engine
(R2, R3 types) When the boat is mounted with two The engine does not start unless the
EMERGENCY SWITCH PANEL outboard motors, perform the clip is set on the emergency stop
STOP SWITCH following on the right and left switch.
engines respectively.
STOP 1. Insert the clip at one end of the

emergency stop switch lanyard into SPARE EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH CLIP
the emergency stop switch.
Attach the other end of the
EMERGENCY securely to the operator.
EMERGENCY STOP STOP SWITCH
SWITCH CLIP LANYARD Be sure to install the emergency
stop switch clip to the emergency
stop switch on the remote control
The exhaust contains poisonous box as well as on the switch panel.
carbon monoxide.
Do not start the engine in a poor
ventilation area such as in a boat If the operator does not attach the Store the spare emergency stop
house. emergency stop switch lanyard, switch clip in the tool bag.
and is thrown from his seat or out
To prevent damage to the outboard of the boat, the out-of-control boat
from overheating, never run the can seriously injure the operator,
engine with the propeller out of passengers, or bystanders. Always
water. properly attach the lanyard before
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STARTING THE ENGINE
NEUTRAL NEUTRAL
START
ON
NEUTRAL ENGINE
NEUTRAL SWITCH KEY
REMOTE
CONTROL
LEVER REMOTE
CONTROL ON
LEVER
(R2 type) (R3 type) START
2. Set the control lever in the 3. Turn the engine switch key to the
NEUTRAL position. START position and hold it there
The engine does not start unless the until the engine starts.
control lever is set in the When the engine starts, release the
NEUTRAL position. key, allowing it to return to the ON
position.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
COOLING WATER
• The starter motor consumes a CHECK HOLE If water does not flow out, or if
large amount of current. Do not steam comes out, stop the engine.
therefore run it continuously for Check to see if the screen in the
more than 5 seconds at a time. If cooling water intake port is
the engine does not start within 5 obstructed and remove foreign
seconds, wait at least 10 seconds materials if necessary. Check the
before running the starter motor cooling water check hole for
again. clogging. If water still does not flow
• Do not turn the engine switch key out, have your outboard motor
to the START position while the checked by your outboard motor
engine is running. COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT dealer. Do not operate the engine
(each side) until the problem has been
corrected.
• The “Neutral Starting System” 4. After starting, check whether the
prevents the engine from being cooling water is flowing out of the
started unless the control lever is cooling water check hole. Amount
set in the N (neutral) position even of water flowing out of the check
though the engine is cranked by the hole might vary due to the
starting engine. thermostat operation, but this is
• When the boat is mounted with two normal.
outboard motors, perform the
above procedure on the right and
left outboard motors respectively.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

OIL PRESSURE 5. Check to see if the oil pressure
INDICATOR LIGHT indicator turns ON.
If the engine is not properly
If it does not turn ON, stop the engine warmed-up before raising the
and perform the following engine speed, the warning buzzer
inspections. and overheat indicator may
1)Check the oil level (see page 67). activate and the engine speed will
2)If the oil level is normal and the oil be automatically reduced.
pressure indicator light does not
turn ON, consult with an Before leaving the dock, check the
authorized Honda outboard motor operation of the emergency stop
dealer.
NORMAL: ON switch.
ABNORMAL: OFF
If using a panel-mount or top-mount
6. Warm up the engine as follows:

Above 5°C (41°F) – run the engine
for at least 3 minutes.
Below 5°C (41°F) – run the engine
2,000 min-1 (rpm).
Failure to completely warm up the
engine will result in poor engine
performance.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

Emergency Starting 6 mm WASHER 6 × 25 mm
ENGINE COVER FIXING LEVER FLANGE BOLT
(front/rear) CLAMP
HOOKS ACG COVER
CLAMPS
CLAMP
BREATHER TUBE (on the silencer case)
If the starting system does not operate

properly for some reasons, the engine 3. Release the breather tube from the
four clamps. Take care not to lose the bolt and
can be started using the emergency
4. Remove 6 × 25 mm flange bolt and washer.
starter rope in the tool kit.
washer, then remove the ACG
1. Turn the engine switch key to the cover.
OFF position. 5. Secure the breather tube to the
2. Raise the front and rear fixing clamp of the silencer case.
levers, and remove the engine
cover.
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1 type) NEUTRAL (R1 type) 6. Set the shift lever or remote control
NEUTRAL lever is in the NEUTRAL position.
NEUTRAL
SHIFT The ‘‘Neutral Starting System’’ will
LEVER not work in emergency starting.
REMOTE
CONTROL Be sure to set the shift lever/control
LEVER lever into the NEUTRAL
position to prevent start-in-gear
NEUTRAL (R2 type) when starting the engine in
(H2 type) NEUTRAL NEUTRAL emergency. Sudden unexpected
acceleration could result in serious
NEUTRAL injury or death.
SHIFT
LEVER
REMOTE
CONTRO
L LEVER
NEUTRAL (R3 type)

NEUTRAL
NEUTRAL
REMOTE
CONTROL
LEVER
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1 type) (R1 type) EMERGENCY
STARTER ROPE
“ ” MARK
THROTTLE
GRIP
START
·····
····
KNOT AC GENERATOR ROTOR
START FAST IDLE LEVER CUTOUT
(H2 type) 7. H type: 8. Set the AC generator rotor so the
Align the “ ” (start mark) on the cutouts are on the right and left
START
throttle grip with the projected end sides of the AC generator rotor as
of the “ ” mark on the tiller shown. Hook the knot at the end of
handle. the starter rope (accessory) against
a cutout in the AC generator rotor
R1 type: and wind the starter rope one and
Leave the fast idle lever in the half turns clockwise along the
‘‘ ’’ MARK START (fully lowered) position. groove in the AC generator rotor.
THROTTLE GRIP
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1 type) (R1 type) 9. Insert the clip at the end of the
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH emergency stop switch lanyard into
EMERGENCY the emergency stop switch.
STOP SWITCH
Attach the other end of the
securely to the operator.
STOP
STOP
The engine does not start unless the
clip is set on the emergency stop
EMERGENCY STOP switch.
SWITCH CLIP
EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY
SWITCH LANYARD SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH
LANYARD
(H2 type) (R2, R3 types)

EMERGENCY
EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH STOP SWITCH
STOP
STOP
EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP

SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP
LANYARD SWITCH LANYARD
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STARTING THE ENGINE

(H1 type) (R1 type) 10. Turn the engine switch key to the
ON position.
ON ENGINE
SWITCH KEY
ON
The propeller must be lowered into
the water, running the outboard
motor out of the water will damage
the water pump and overheat the
engine.
11. Pull the emergency starter rope

lightly until resistance is felt, then
ENGINE SWITCH KEY
pull briskly.
(H2 type) If the engine fails to start refer to
ON
(R2, R3 types) Troubleshooting page 168.
ON ENGINE
SWITCH KEY Exposed moving parts can cause
injury. Use extreme care when
ENGINE installing the engine cover. Do not
SWITCH operate the outboard motor
KEY
without the engine cover.
ON
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STARTING THE ENGINE

12. Leave the AC generator cover off
and install the engine cover. Lock
the engine cover fixing levers.
13. Attach the emergency stop switch

lanyard securely to the operator
and return to the closest boat
landing.
14. After returning to the closest boat

landing, contact your closest
outboard motor dealer and
perform the following.
• Have the electrical system

checked.
• Have your dealer reassemble the
parts removed in the emergency
starting procedure.
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8. OPERATION
Break-in Procedure Next 60 minutes:
Break-in period: 10 hours Run the outboard motor up to
maximum of 4,000 to 5,000 min-1
Break-in operation allows the mating (rpm) or 50% to 80% throttle
surfaces of the moving parts to wear opening. Short bursts of full
evenly and thus ensures proper throttle are acceptable but do not
performance and longer outboard operate the outboard motor
motor life. continuously at full throttle.
Break-in your new outboard motor as Next 8 hours:
follows. Avoid continuous full throttle
First 15 minutes: operation (100% throttle opening).
Run the outboard motor at trolling Do not run the outboard motor at
speed. Use the minimum amount of full throttle for more than 5
throttle opening necessary to minutes at a time.
operate the boat at a safe trolling For boats that plane easily, bring the
speed. boat up on plane then reduce the
Next 45 minutes: throttle opening to the specified
Run the outboard motor up to a break-in settings called out above.
maximum of 2,000 to 3,000 min-1
(rpm) or 10% to 30% throttle
opening.
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OPERATION
Gear Shifting (H type) The shift lever has 3 positions:
(H1 type) FORWARD, NEUTRAL, and
F (FORWARD) R (REVERSE) REVERSE.
An indicator at the base of the shift
lever aligns with the icon attached at
NEUTRAL
the tiller handle.
·····
····
N (NEUTRAL)
Be sure to perform the gearshift
operation at a low engine speed.
·····
··········
····
·········
SHIFT LEVER REVERSE Shifting the gear at a high engine
FORWARD speed will damage the drive system.
Be sure that the gear was shifted
securely, then operate the throttle
(H2 type) grip to raise the engine speed.
FORWARD
REVERSE
NEUTRAL
N (NEUTRAL)
FORWARD
SHIFT LEVER
REVERSE
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OPERATION
(H1 type) 1. Align the pointer on the tiller Be sure that the tilt lever is in the
handle with the SLOW position on LOCK position. (G type)
the throttle grip to decrease engine
THROTTLE speed. 2. Move the shift lever to engage the
GRIP
desired gear.
The throttle mechanism is designed to
limit throttle opening in REVERSE
and NEUTRAL. Do not turn the
throttle grip with force in the FAST
SLOW direction. The throttle can be opened
·····
SLOW to FAST only in FORWARD gear.
(H2 type) SLOW
SLOW
THROTTLE GRIP
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OPERATION
Gear Shifting
(R1 type)
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER FORWARD
NEUTRAL NEUTRAL
FORWARD NEUTRAL REVERSE
MAXIMUM
MAXIMUM OPENING
OPENING
REVERSE
Pull up
NEUTRAL RELEASE
LEVER
Moving the control lever further from The control lever will not move
approximately 32° will increase unless the neutral release lever is
Avoid sharp and abrupt operation
throttle opening and boat speed. pulled up.
of the control lever.
Operate it moderately. Operate the
control lever and raise the engine
speed after making sure that the
gear was shifted securely.
While pulling the neutral release

lever, move the control lever
approximately 32° toward the
FORWARD or REVERSE position to
engage the desired gear.
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OPERATION
Gear Shifting
REVERSE
(R2 type)
NEUTRAL FORWARD
FORWARD
NEUTRAL
NEUTRAL RELEASE
LEVER
PPull up
REMOTE CONTROL
LEVER REVERSE
Moving the control lever further from The control lever will not move
approximately 35° will increase unless the neutral release lever is
throttle opening and boat speed. pulled up.
of the control lever. Operate it
moderately. Operate the control
lever and raise the engine speed
after making sure that the gear was
shifted securely.
While pulling the neutral release

lever, move the control lever
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OPERATION
Gear Shifting
(R3 type) NEUTRAL
FORWARD
(SINGLE TYPE) (DUAL TYPE)
FORWARD
REVERSE
REMOTE CONTROL NEUTRAL

LEVER
REMOTE
CONTROL
LEVER REVERSE
REMOTE CONTROL LEVERS
When the boat is mounted with the Moving the control lever(s) further
two outboard motors, hold the control from approximately 35° will increase
lever in the center as shown, and throttle opening and boat speed.
of the control lever. Operate it
operate the right and left levers
moderately. Operate the control
simultaneously.
lever and raise the engine speed
after making sure that the gear was
shifted securely.
Move the control lever(s)
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OPERATION
Steering (H type) (H1 type) (H2 type)
STEERING FRICTION
ADJUSTING KNOB
RIGHT TURN LEFT TURN To increase
friction
To increase
friction
To decrease
friction
To decrease
Move the tiller Move the tiller friction
handle to the left. handle to the right. STEERING FRICTION
ADJUSTING KNOB
Steer by moving the tiller handle

opposite the direction you want the
boat to turn.
Use the steering friction adjusting Steering (R type)
knob to help hold a steady course Steer the boat in the same manner as
while cruising. an automobile.
Turn the knob clockwise to increase
steering friction for holding a steady
course.
Turn the knob counterclockwise to
decrease friction for easy turning.
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OPERATION
Cruising (H type) (H1 type) (H1, H2 types)
POWER TRIM/
TILT SWITCH
LOCK
LOWERMOST
POSITION
LOCK
(H2 type) POWER TRIM/ Press the DN (down) of the power
Make sure that the tilt lever is in the TILT SWITCH trim/tilt switch and tilt the outboard
motor to the lowermost position. (T
LOCK position. (G type) type)
DN
(down)
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OPERATION
(H1 type) (H2 type) FORWARD

FORWARD
SHIFT
LEVER
SHIFT
LEVER
FORWARD
·····
FORWARD
1. With the shift lever in the
FORWARD position.
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OPERATION
(H1 type) (H2 type)

THROTTLE FRICTION • When cruising at full throttle, note
ADJUSTER THROTTLE FRICTION that the engine speed must be in the
ADJUSTER range.
FAST • If you feel that the engine speed
RELEASE HOLD jumped up when the hull jumped or
·····
FAST at ventilation, cruise the boat by
returning the throttle to the slow
FAST speed side.
• See “Propeller Selection” (see page
THROTTLE 65) for a relation between the
HOLD GRIP
RELEASE propeller and the engine speed.
THROTTLE GRIP
FAST Do not operate without the engine
2. Turn the throttle grip in the FAST cover. Exposed moving parts could
direction to increase the speed. cause injury; water may damage
For the sake of fuel economy, open the engine.
the throttle about 80%.
For best performance, passengers and
To hold the throttle at a steady equipment should be distributed
setting, turn the throttle friction evenly to balance the boat.
adjuster clockwise. To free the
throttle grip for manual speed control,
turn the friction adjuster
counterclockwise.
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OPERATION
Cruising (R type)
(R1 type) (R2 type) (R3 type)
POWER TRIM/ POWER TRIM/ (single type) (dual type)
TILT SWITCH TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM/ POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH
TILT SWITCH (LEFT) (RIGHT)
LOWERMOST
POSITION
1. Press the DN (down) of the power R3 type: 2)With the outboard motors trimmed
trim/tilt switch and trim the When the two outboard motors are at the lowermost position, adjust
outboard motor at the lowermost mounted: the trim angle of the right and left
position. 1)Press the DN (down) of the power outboard motors using the switch
trim/tilt switch on the control lever on the control lever simultaneously.
and trim the outboard motors at the
lowermost position.
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OPERATION
(R1 type) (R2 type) (R3 type)

• When cruising at full throttle, note
NEUTRAL REVERSE that the engine speed must be in the
NEUTRAL NEUTRAL
FORWARD REVERSE REVERSE
range.
FORWARD • If you feel that the engine speed
jumped up when the hull jumped or
FORWARD REMOTE at ventilation, cruise the boat by
CONTROL
REMOTE LEVER returning the throttle to the slow
CONTROL speed side.
LEVER
• See “Propeller Selection” (see page
65) for a relation between the
FORWARD propeller and the engine speed.
FORWARD
FORWARD
2. Move the control lever from R2, R3 types: Do not operate without the engine
NEUTRAL toward FORWARD Moving about 35° engages the cover. Exposed moving parts could
position. gear. Moving the control lever cause injury; water may damage
further opens the throttle and the engine.
R1 type: increase the engine speed.
Moving about 32° engages the For best performance, passengers and
gear. Moving the control lever For the sake of fuel economy, open equipment should be distributed
further opens the throttle and the throttle about 80%. evenly to balance the boat.
increases the engine speed.
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OPERATION
TRL (Trolling) Control Switch A long buzz sounds once.
When the mode is changed to trolling
mode, the engine speed is 650 min-1
(rpm).
UP You can adjust the engine speed by

DOWN UP 50 min-1 (rpm) every time you press
DOWN
the switch once. You will hear a short
buzz.
The engine speed can be adjusted
TRL (Trolling) within the range of 650 – 1,000 min-1
CONTROL SWITCH
(rpm).
Remote Control Box TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH
(Side-mount type) Continuing to press the switch will
For TRL (Trolling) control switch not decrease or increase the engine
equipped type. TRL (Trolling) Control Switch speed beyond the lower (650 min-1
Panel (rpm)) or higher (1,000 min-1 (rpm))
DOWN (optional equipment) limit.
If you try to do this, a short buzz
UP DN: Reduce engine speed sounds twice.
UP: Increase engine speed
The throttle may be operated while in
After the engine has warmed up, trolling mode. The trolling mode is
keeping the UP or DN button pushed cancelled when you reach 3,000 min-1
when cruising with the throttle fully (rpm).
closed, changes the mode to trolling
TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH mode.
Tiller Handle (H2 type)
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OPERATION
Trimming the Outboard Motor (H1 type) (H2 type)
Press DN to
lower bow.
Press UP to
raise bow.
Press UP to
68° raise bow.
12°
Press DN to
TILT lower bow.
ANGLE POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH
0°
16° - 4°
0°
TRIM ANGLE (VERTICAL LINE)
(when transom angle is 12°)
The BF75D/80A/90D/100A T types Press either UP or DN (down) of the The power trim/tilt system operates
are equipped with the power trim/tilt power trim/tilt switch and tilt the when the switch is pressed, and it
system which can adjust the outboard outboard motor to the best position in stops when the switch is released.
motor angle (trim/tilt angle) while compliance with the cruising To trim up slightly, press on UP
cruising and mooring. The outboard conditions. momentarily but securely.
motor angle can also be adjusted
while cruising and accelerating to To trim down slightly, press on DN
obtain the maximum speed and (down) in the same manner.
optimum driveability and fuel
economy.
112
OPERATION
(R1 type) (R3 type)
POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH • Improper trim angle results in
Press UP to (Single Type) unstable steering condition.
raise bow. Press UP to • Do not trim excessively while
raise bow. cruising through rough waves, or
Press DN to
lower bow. REMOTE it may cause an accident.
CONTROL • Excessive trim angle can result in
LEVER Press DN to cavitation and racing of the
(R2 type) lower bow. propeller, and trimming up the
POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH outboard motor excessively can
cause damage to the impeller
Press UP to POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH pump.
raise bow. (LEFT) (RIGHT)
REMOTE (Dual Type)
CONTROL
• Decrease the trim angle on high
Press DN to LEVER speed turns to reduce the
lower bow. possibility of propeller ventilation.
REMOTE • Improper outboard motor trim
CONTROL
LEVER angle can result in an unstable
steering condition.
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OPERATION
OUTBOARD MOTOR OUTBOARD MOTOR

TRIMMED TOO LOW TRIMMED TOO HIGH
OUTBOARD MOTOR
TRIMMED CORRECTLY
When cruising:
(A) Into a high wind, trim the outboard motor down slightly to lower the bow
and improve boat stability.
(B) With a tail wind, trim the outboard motor up slightly to raise the bow and
improve boat stability.
(C) Through rough waves, do not trim the outboard motor too low or too high
to avoid an unstable steering condition.
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OPERATION
Trim Meter BOW TOO LOW DUE TO BOW TOO HIGH DUE TO
(equipped type or optional 1. LOAD IN THE FRONT 1. LOAD IN THE REAR
2. OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIMMED 2. OUTBOARD MOTOR TRIMMED
equipment) TOO LOW TOO HIGH
The trim meter indicates the trim
angle of the outboard motor. Refer to
the trim meter, and press the UP or
DN (down) portion of the power trim/
tilt switch to adjust the outboard
motor trim angle to achieve boat
performance and stability.
The illustration represents R1 type.

Perform the same procedure for the
other types. With the outboard motor trimmed With the outboard motor trimmed
low the trim meter will read as high the trim meter will read as
shown. To raise the bow increase the shown. To lower the bow decrease
outboard motor trim angle by the outboard motor trim angle by
pressing the UP portion of the power pressing the DN (down) portion of
trim/tilt switch. the power trim/tilt switch.
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OPERATION
Tilting the Outboard Motor 3. With the outboard motor tilted up TILT LEVER
(G type) at the designated position, move
Tilt the outboard motor to prevent the the tilt lever to the LOCK position
propeller and gear case from hitting to lock the outboard motor in the FREE FREE
the bottom when the boat is beached position.
or stopped in shallow water. 4. To return the outboard motor, move
the tilt lever to the FREE position, LOCK
1. Move the shift lever to the tilt up the outboard motor slightly
NEUTRAL position and stop the by holding the engine cover grip, LOCK
engine. and lower the engine gently to the
2. Move the tilt lever to the FREE designated position.
position. Hold the engine cover
grip and raise the outboard motor. ENGINE COVER GRIP
(The outboard motor can be tilted Set the tilt lever in the FREE/
stagelessly.) LOCK positions securely.
Do not tilt up the outboard motor

using the tiller handle.
TILT
LEVER
FREE
LOCK
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OPERATION
Tilting the Outboard Motor (H1 type) (R1 type) (R3 type)
(T type) POWER TRIM/ (single type)
Tilt the outboard motor to prevent the TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM/
propeller and gear case from hitting TILT SWITCH
the bottom when the boat is beached
or stopped in shallow water.
Please tilt up simultaneously, when
you mount the dual type outboard
motor.
1. Move the shift lever or the remote
control lever to the NEUTRAL
position and stop the engine.
2. Press the UP of the power trim/tilt (H2 type) (R2 type) (R3 type)
switch and tilt the outboard motor (dual type)
to the best position in compliance. POWER TRIM/ POWER TRIM/
TILT SWITCH TILT SWITCH
(LEFT) (RIGHT)
POWER TRIM/TILT
SWITCH
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OPERATION
Moorage (G type) 1. Move the tilt lever to the FREE
position and raise the outboard
Tilt up the outboard motor using the motor as far as it goes by holding
tilt lock lever when mooring the boat. it by the grip of the engine cover
Move the shift lever to the (see page 42).
NEUTRAL position and stop the 2. Move the tilt lock lever to the
engine before tilting up the outboard LOCK position and lower the
motor. outboard motor slowly.
3. Move the tilt lever to the LOCK
Before tilting up, leave the outboard position.
motor in the running position for one 4. To tilt down, move the tilt lever to
minute after stopping the engine to TILT LOCK LEVER the FREE position, and move the
drain the water from inside the tilt lock lever to the FREE position
engine. while lifting the outboard motor to
the designated position and move
Stop the engine and disconnect the the tilt lever to the LOCK position.
fuel line from the outboard motor
FREE
before tilting the outboard motor.
LOCK
TILT LOCK LEVER
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OPERATION
Moorage (T type)
TRIM RODS
FREE
LOCK
TILT LOCK LEVER TILT LOCK LEVER
Tilt up the outboard motor using the 1. Raise the outboard motor as full as
tilt lock lever when mooring the boat. it goes using the power trim/tilt
Move the shift lever or the remote switch.
control lever to the NEUTRAL 2. Move the tilt lock lever to the
position and stop the engine before LOCK position and lower the
tilting up the outboard motor. outboard motor until the lock lever
contacts the stern bracket.
3. Press the DN (down) of the power
Before tilting up, leave the outboard trim/tilt switch and fully shorten
motor in the running position for one the trim rods.
minute after stopping the engine to 4. To tilt down, raise the outboard
motor as far as it goes using the
drain the water from inside the power trim/tilt switch, move the tilt
engine. lock lever to the FREE position.
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OPERATION
(R3 type) (DUAL TYPE) Power Tilt Switch (T type)
POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH POWER TILT SWITCH
(LEFT) (RIGHT)
When you are away from the power

After tilting down the outboard trim/tilt switch on the control lever
motors, adjust the trim angle of the side or the tiller handle side, you can
right and left outboard motors. operate the power tilt switch on the
outboard motor side.
The switch operation is the same as
that of the power trim/tilt switch.
Do not operate this power tilt

switch on the outboard motor while
sailing.
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OPERATION
Manual Relief Valve (T type) Check that no person is under the
outboard motor before carrying out
POWER MANUAL this operation because if the manual
(To hold) (To release)
relief valve is loosened (turned
counterclockwise) when the
outboard motor is tilted up, the
outboard motor will suddenly tilt
down.
To tilt the outboard motor manually,

turn the manual relief valve under the
stern bracket 1 or 2 turns
counterclockwise using a
screwdriver.
After tilting up/down manually, close

the manual relief valve to lock the
MANUAL RELIEF VALVE outboard motor in the position.
When power trim/tilt system does not
operate because of dead battery or
faulty power trim/tilt motor, the The manual relief valve must be
outboard motor can be manually tightened securely before
tilted up or down by operating the operating the outboard motor or
manual relief valve. the outboard motor could tilt when
operating in reverse.
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OPERATION
Trim Tab Adjustment TIGHTENING BOLT
GEAR CASE GROMMET GEAR CASE GROMMET
TIGHTENING BOLT
RIGHT
LEFT
TRIM TAB TRIM TAB
The trim tab is provided to adjust for Remove the gear case grommet and If less effort is required to make right
“torque steer” which is a reaction of loosen the tightening bolt to adjust turns:
the propeller rotation or propeller the trim tab. After adjustment, Loosen the trim tab tightening bolt
torque. If during a high speed turn an reinstall the grommet securely. and turn the rear end of the trim tab
unequal amount of effort is required If less effort is required to make left toward the right. Tighten the bolt
to turn the boat right or left, adjust the turns: securely.
trim tab so that an equal amount of Loosen the trim tab tightening bolt
effort is required. and turn the rear end of the trim tab Make small adjustments at a time and
Distribute the load evenly in the boat toward the left. Tighten the bolt retest. Incorrect trim tab adjustment
and run the boat in a straight course at securely. can cause adverse steering.
full throttle. Slightly turn the steering
wheel for both right and left turns to
determine the amount of effort
required.
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OPERATION
Engine Protection System Each warning system of PGM-FI, OIL PRESSURE ACG
<Engine Oil Pressure, Overheat, ACG, oil pressure, overheat, and INDICATOR INDICATOR
Water Contamination, PGM-FI water contamination is activated as (GREEN) (RED)
and ACG Warning Systems> described in the following table.
If the engine oil pressure drops and/ If using a panel-mount or top-mount

or the engine overheats, either or both switch panel without indicators,
warning systems could be activated. check the indicators displayed on an
When activated the engine speed will NMEA2000-compatible device.
decrease gradually and the oil OVERHEAT PGM-FI
pressure indicator will turn OFF and OIL PRESSURE ACG
INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR
the overheat indicator will turn ON. (GREEN) (RED) (RED) (RED)
BUZZER
A continuous buzzer will sound on all
type. (R1 type)
The engine speed cannot be increased OIL PRESSURE ACG
INDICATOR INDICATOR
with a larger throttle opening until the (GREEN) (RED)
malfunction is corrected.
When the malfunction is corrected
the engine speed will increase
gradually.
OVERHEAT PGM-FI
If the engine overheats, the engine INDICATOR INDICATOR
will stop in 20 seconds after the (RED) (RED)
engine protection system will limit
(internal buzzer)
engine speed. OVERHEAT PGM-FI
(H type) INDICATOR INDICATOR
(RED) (RED)
(R2, R3 types)
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OPERATION
PGM-FI OIL PRESSURE

INDICATOR INDICATOR
(RED) (RED)
ACG OVERHEAT
INDICATOR INDICATOR
(RED) (RED)
(optional equipment: Display assy)
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OPERATION
System INDICATOR LIGHTS BUZZER
Oil pressure Overheat ACG PGM-FI CORRESPONDING

Symptom (Green or Red) (Red) (Red) (Red) SYSTEM
With the engine key turned
At starting ON (2 sec) ON (2 sec) ON ON (2 sec)
on: ON (2 times)
During operation ON OFF OFF OFF OFF
Low oil pressure OFF OFF OFF OFF ON (continuously)
Overheat ON ON OFF OFF ON (continuously)
alternating ON and OFF

ACG warning ON OFF ON OFF
(at long intervals)
PGM-FI warning ON* OFF* OFF ON
(at long intervals)
Water contamination ON OFF OFF OFF
(at short intervals)
• Some indicator and/or buzzer will be activated at the same time due to the occurrence of a malfunction.
• The buzzer will also sound when the hour counter is reset (see page 55).
• For information about NMEA2000-compatible device displays, refer to the display device's manual.
*: Occasionally may blink due to the occurrence of a malfunction.
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OPERATION
When the oil pressure warning When the overheat warning system is
system is activated: activated: If the engine is turned off after
COOLING WATER CHECK HOLE running at full throttle, the engine
1. Stop the engine immediately and temperature may rise above normal.
check the engine oil level (see page If the engine is restarted, shortly after
67). being turned off, the overheat
2. If the oil is up to the recommended warning system could be activated
level, restart the engine. If the oil momentarily.
pressure warning system stops after
30 seconds, the system is normal.
If the throttle was closed suddenly

after cruising at full throttle, the 1. Return the shift lever or remote
engine speed may drop below the control lever to the N (neutral)
specified idle speed. This could cause position immediately. Check to see
the oil pressure warning system to if water is flowing out of the
activate momentarily. cooling water check hole.
2. If water is flowing out of the
3. If the oil pressure warning system cooling water check hole, continue
stays activated after 30 seconds, idling for 30 seconds. If the
return to the closest boat landing overheat warning system stops
and contact your closest authorized after 30 seconds the system is
Honda outboard motor dealer. normal.
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OPERATION
When the water separator buzzer
sounds:
COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT

(each side)
3. If the overheat warning system When the PGM-FI activated: WATER SEPARATOR
stays activated, stop the engine. Tilt
up the outboard motor and check 1. Consult with an authorized Honda
the water intakes for outboard motor dealer.
1. Check the water separator for
obstructions. If there are no
water contamination. If water is
obstructions at the water intakes,
When the ACG warning system is accumulated, clean them (see page
return to the closest boat landing
activated: 152).
and contact your closest outboard
motor dealer.
1. Check the battery (see page 148).
If the battery is OK, consult with an
dealer.
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OPERATION
<Over-rev Limiter> <Anode> Shallow Water Operation
This outboard motor is equipped with
an engine over-rev limiter which ANODE (each side)
activates when the engine speed Excessive trim/tilt angle during
increases excessively. The over-rev operation can cause the propeller
limiter can be activated while to raise out of the water and cause
cruising, tilting up the outboard propeller ventilation and engine
motor, or when ventilation occurs over-revving. Excessive trim/tilt
during a sharp turn. angle can also damage the water
pump and overheat the engine.
When the over-rev limiter is ANODE
activated: (stern bracket) When operating in shallow water, tilt
the outboard motor up to prevent the
1. Reduce the throttle opening The anode is a sacrificial material propeller and gear case from hitting
immediately and check the trim which helps to protect the outboard the bottom (refer to pages 116 and
angle. motor from corrosion. 117). With the outboard motor tilted
2. If the trim angle is correct but the up, operate the outboard motor at low
over-rev limiter stays activated, speed.
stop the engine, check the Painting or coating the anode will
condition of the outboard motor, lead to rust and corrosion damage Monitor the cooling water check hole
check to see if the correct propeller to the outboard motor. for water discharge. Be sure that the
is installed and check it for outboard motor is not tilted so high
damage. There are also 2 small sacrificial that the water intakes are out of the
Correct or service as necessary, by anodes in the water passages of the water.
contacting your authorized Honda engine block.
outboard motor dealer.
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OPERATION
If an excessive amount of throttle is Multiple Outboard Motors
used when operating in forward gear,
the outboard motor will return to the On boats equipped with more than
transom angle adjusting rod. (G type) one outboard motor, all motors
normally operate at the same time.
If one or more motor(s) is stopped

while the other(s) is running, put the
stopped motor in “N” (neutral) and
tilt it up so its propeller is above the
water's surface.
If the propeller of the stopped motor

is left in the water, it may turn as the
boat moves through the water,
causing a reverse flow of water from
the exhaust side. This reverse flow
will happen if the stopped engine's
propeller is in the water, its gearshift
is in “R” (reverse), and the boat is
moving forward. Reverse flow can
cause an engine malfunction.
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9. STOPPING THE ENGINE

Emergency Engine Stop Pull the lanyard of the emergency
(H1 type) (R1 type) stop switch and remove the
EMERGENCY EMERGENCY emergency stop switch clip from the
STOP SWITCH STOP SWITCH switch; this will stop the engine.
It is a good idea to stop the engine

with the emergency stop switch
STOP lanyard from time to time to be sure
that the emergency stop switch is
STOP operating properly.
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH LANYARD EMERGENCY STOP
(H2 type) SWITCH LANYARD
(R2, R3 types)
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
STOP
STOP
STOP
EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCH CLIP
SWITCH CLIP STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY STOP
LANYARD SWITCH LANYARD
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STOPPING THE ENGINE

Normal Engine Stop (H type) NEUTRAL 1. Turn the throttle grip to SLOW
(H1 type) position and move the shift lever to
NEUTRAL.
THROTTLE
GRIP
After sailing with the throttle fully
SHIFT open, cool down the engine by
LEVER running it at the idle speed for a few
minutes.
SLOW
·····
SLOW
·····
NEUTRAL
(H2 type) NEUTRAL
SLOW
SHIFT
LEVER
SLOW
THROTTLE GRIP
NEUTRAL
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STOPPING THE ENGINE

(H1 type) 2. Turn the engine switch key to the
ENGINE SWITCH KEY
OFF position to stop the engine.
In the event that the engine does not

OFF stop when the engine switch is turned
to OFF, push the emergency stop
switch to stop the engine.
3. Remove the engine switch key and
store it.
····· If you are using a portable fuel
tank, disconnect the fuel line if you
OFF will be storing or transporting the
(H2 type) outboard motor.
ENGINE SWITCH KEY
OFF
OFF
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STOPPING THE ENGINE

(R type)
NEUTRAL
OFF ENGINE SWITCH
KEY
NEUTRAL
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
NEUTRAL (R1 type)
REMOTE OFF
CONTROL
LEVER
(R2 type) NEUTRAL ENGINE
REMOTE CONTROL LEVER SWITCH KEY
(R1 type) NEUTRAL
(R2, R3 types)
2. Turn the engine switch key to the
OFF position to stop the engine.
1. Move the control lever to the
NEUTRAL position. In the event that the engine does not
stop when the engine switch is turned
to OFF, push the emergency stop
After sailing with the throttle fully switch to stop the engine.
REMOTE
open, cool down the engine by CONTROL 3. Remove the engine switch key and
running it at the idle speed for a few LEVER store it.
minutes. If you are using a portable fuel
tank, disconnect the fuel line if you
(R3 type)
NEUTRAL
will be storing or transporting the
outboard motor.
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10. TRANSPORTING
Fuel Line Disconnection Transporting
HOIST
Before transporting the outboard ENGINE HANGERS HOOKS
motor, disconnect and remove the
fuel line. ENGINE
HANGERS
Gasoline is extremely flammable,

causing serious injury or death.
• Be careful not to spill fuel.
ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make
storing or transporting the 2. Set the hoist hooks against the two
outboard motor. When transporting the outboard
motor on a vehicle, perform the engine hangers and hang the
• Do not smoke or allow flames or outboard motor to remove it from
sparks where fuel is drained or following.
the boat.
stored.
1. Remove the engine cover.
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TRANSPORTING
Trailering
(H1 type) (H2 type)
STEERING FRICTION
ADJUSTING KNOB
To increase
friction
OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND To decrease

3. Secure the outboard motor on an friction
STEERING FRICTION
outboard motor stand with the ADJUSTING KNOB
mounting bolts and nuts. When trailering or transporting the
4. Remove the hoist hook and boat with the outboard motor attached
reinstall the engine cover. always disconnect the fuel line from
the portable fuel tank and tighten the
steering friction adjusting knob
securely (see page 74).
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TRANSPORTING
(R type)
When trailering or transporting the
boat with the outboard motor
attached, it is recommended that the
outboard motor remain in normal
running position.
Do not trailer or transport the boat

with the outboard motor in the
tilted position. The boat or
outboard motor could be severely
damaged if the outboard motor
drops.
The outboard motor should be

trailered in the normal running
position. If there is insufficient road
clearance in this position, then trailer
the outboard motor in the tilted
position using an outboard motor
support device such as a transom
saver bar, or remove the outboard
motor from the boat.
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11. CLEANING AND FLUSHING

After each use in salt water or dirty FLUSH PORT 6. Turn on the fresh water supply and
water, thoroughly clean and flush the CONNECTOR flush the outboard motor for at
outboard motor with fresh water. least 10 minutes.
7. After flushing, disconnect the
garden hose and reconnect the flush
Do not apply water or corrosion port connector.
inhibitor directly to the electrical 8. Tilt up the outboard motor and
components under the engine move the tilt lock lever to the
cover, such as the O2 sensor. If LOCK position.
water or corrosion inhibitor
FLUSH PORT • When using the water hose joint:
penetrates this component, it may CONNECTOR
be damaged. Before applying a
corrosion inhibitor, cover the O2 WATER HOSE JOINT
sensor with a protective material to (commercially available)
prevent damage.
Shut off the engine before performing

the cleaning and flushing.
1. Disconnect the fuel line from the

outboard motor.
2. Tilt down the outboard motor. 4. Disconnect the flush port
3. Clean and wash the outside of the connector.
outboard motor with fresh water. 5. Screw the flush port connector onto FLUSH PORT WATER HOSE
the garden hose. CONNECTOR
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12. MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance and adjustment
are important to keep the outboard
• If the engine must be run, make
motor in the best operating condition.
sure there is water at least 100
Service and inspect according to the
mm (4 in) above the
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.
anticavitation plate, otherwise
the water pump may not receive
sufficient cooling water, and the
Shut off the engine before
engine will overheat.
performing any maintenance. If the
• Use only Honda Genuine parts or
engine must be run, make sure the
their equivalents for
area is well ventilated. Never run
maintenance or repair. The use of
the engine in an enclosed or
replacement parts which are not
confined area. Exhaust contains
of equivalent quality may
poisonous carbon monoxide gas;
damage the outboard motor.
exposure can cause loss of
consciousness and may lead to
death.
Be sure to reinstall the engine
cover, if it was removed, before
starting the engine. Lock the
engine cover fixing lever securely
(see page 66).
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Tool Kit and Emergency Parts
The following tools and owner’s 8 × 10 mm WRENCH SPARK PLUG WRENCH

manual are supplied with the
outboard motor for maintenance,
adjustment, and emergency repairs.
PHILLIPS
SCREWDRIVER 18 × 19 mm WRENCH
<Spare Emergency Stop Switch
Clip>
A spare emergency stop switch clip is GRIP FUSE PULLER

available from your outboard motor
dealer.
TOOL BAG
Always carry a spare emergency stop EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE
switch clip onboard. The spare clip
may either be stored in the tool bag or
in an easily accessible location on the
boat.
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) First Every Every Every
Perform at every indicated month or operating month 6 months year 2 years Refer to
hour interval, whichever comes first. Each use After use
or or or or page
ITEM 20 hrs. 100 hrs. 200 hrs. 400 hrs.
Engine oil Check level o 67
Change o o 142
Engine oil filter Replace o (2) —
Gear case oil Change o (2) o (2) —
Throttle linkage Check-adjust o (2) o (2) —
Valve clearance Check-adjust o (2) —
Spark plug (Standard plug) Check-adjust/Replace o 144—146
Spark plug Check o 146—147
(Optional iridium plug) Clean o (2) —
Replace o 146—147
Propeller and cotter pin Check o 71
Anode (Outside engine) Check o 77
Anode (Inside engine) Check o (2) (6) —
Idling speed Check-adjust o (2) o (2) —
Lubrication Grease o (1) o (1) 150, 151
Water separator Check o 152
(1) Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water.

(2) These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda
Shop Manual for service procedures.
(3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.
(6) Replace the anodes when they have been reduced to about two-thirds of their original size, or if they are crumbling.
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REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) First Every Every Every
Perform at every indicated month or operating month 6 months year 2 years Refer to
hour interval, whichever comes first. Each use After use
or or or or page
ITEM 20 hrs. 100 hrs. 200 hrs. 400 hrs.
Fuel filter Check o 155, 156
(Low pressure side) Replace o 156, 157
Fuel filter Check o (2) —
(High pressure side) Replace o (2) —
Fuel tank and tank filter Clean o 157, 158
Fuel line Check o (8) 78
Replace Every 2 years (if necessary) (2) (9) —
Thermostat Check o (2) —
Battery and cable connection Check level-tightness o 75, 148
Bolts and Nuts Check-tightness o (2) o (2) —
Breather tube Check o (2) —
Cooling water passages Clean o (4) o (4) —
Coolant leak Check o 162
Water pump Check o (2) —
Emergency stop switch Check o —
Engine oil leak Check o —
Each operation part Check o —
Engine condition (5) Check o —
Power Trim/Tilt Check o (2) —
Shift Cable Check-adjust o (2) (7) —
(2) These items should be serviced by your servicing dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda
Shop Manual for service procedures.
(3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.
(4) When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use.
(5) Upon starting, check for unusual engine sounds and cooling water flowing freely from the check hole.
(7) The user who performs shift operation frequently will recommend you exchange of a shift cable around three years.
(8) Check the fuel line for leaks, cracks, or damage. If it is leaking, cracked, or damaged, take it to your servicing dealer for replacement before
using your outboard.
(9) Replace the fuel line if there are signs of leaks, cracks, or damage.
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MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil <Engine Oil Replacement>
SEALING WASHER DRAIN BOLT
Insufficient or contaminated engine OIL FILLER CAP (Replace)
oil adversely affects the service life of
the sliding and moving parts. GUIDE
Oil change interval:

20 operating hours after the date of
purchase or first month for initial
replacement, then every 100
operating hours or 6 months.
Oil capacity:
4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
…when oil filter is not replaced
4.4 L (4.6 US qt, 3.9 Imp qt) 2. Place a suitable container under the
…when oil filter is replaced guide.
3. Remove the engine oil drain bolt
Recommended Oil:
Drain the oil while the engine is still and sealing washer using the
SAE 10W-30 engine oil or
warm to assure rapid and complete wrench and drain the engine oil.
equivalent, API Service category SG,
SH, SJ or SL. draining.
Install a new sealing washer and drain
1. Position the outboard motor bolt, and tighten bolt securely.
vertically, and remove the engine
cover. Remove the oil filler cap DRAIN BOLT TIGHTENING
(see page 68). TORQUE:
23 N·m (2.3 kgf·m , 17 lbf·ft)
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MAINTENANCE
UPPER
6. Reinstall the oil filler cap securely.
LEVEL Do not overtighten (see page 69).
MARK 7. Install and lock the engine cover
LOWER securely.
LEVEL
MARK
Please dispose of used outboard
motor oil in a manner that is
compatible with the environment. We
suggest you take it in a sealed
container to your local service station
for reclamation. Do not throw it in the
trash or pour it on the ground.
Wash your hands with soap and water

after handling used oil.
OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK
4. Refill to the upper level mark on

the oil level dipstick with the
recommended oil.
5. Install the dipstick securely.
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MAINTENANCE
Spark Plugs <Standard Spark Plug>
To ensure proper engine operation, Recommended spark plug: 6 × 20 mm FLANGE SH BOLT
the spark plug must be properly ZFR6K-9E (NGK)
gapped and free of deposits.
Use only the recommended spark

The spark plug becomes very hot plugs or equivalent. Spark plugs
during operation and will remain which have an improper heat range
hot for a while after stopping the may cause engine damage.
engine. Allow the engine to cool
before servicing the spark plug. <Inspection and Replacement>
See page 146 for instructions of 1. Disconnect the battery PLUG MAINTENANCE COVER
handling the iridium spark plugs negative (–) terminal.
(optional parts). 2. Unlock and remove the engine 3. Remove the 6 × 20 mm flange SH
cover (see page 66). bolt and remove the plug
maintenance cover.
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MAINTENANCE
CONNECTOR BOX WRENCH New plug Plug needing
LOCK TAB replacement
IGNITION
COIL
6. Inspect the spark plugs.

(1) If the electrodes are heavily
corroded or carbon-soiled,
clean with a wire brush.
6 × 25mm (2) Replace a spark plug if the
FLANGE BOLT PLUG WRENCH central electrode is worn.
5. Remove the spark plug using the The spark plug can wear out in
plug wrench, box wrench and the different ways.
4. Remove the 6 × 25 mm flange bolt. If the sealing washer shows
screwdriver (accessories).
Disconnect the connector by signs of wear, or if the
pushing the lock tab and remove insulators are cracked or
the ignition coil. chipped, replace the spark
plugs.
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MAINTENANCE
SIDE ELECTRODE
<Optional Parts: Iridium Spark
If installing new spark plugs, tighten Plug>
0.8 – 0.9 mm 1/2 turn after the spark plugs seat to
compress the washers. Recommended spark plug:
(0.031 – 0.035 in)
If reinstalling used spark plugs, IZFR6K-11E (NGK)
tighten 1/8 – 1/4 turn after the spark
SEALING plugs seat to compress the washers.
WASHER Use only the recommended spark
plugs or equivalent. Spark plugs
The spark plugs must be securely which have an improper heat range
INSULATOR
tightened. An improperly tightened may cause engine damage.
plug can become very hot and may
Installation and removal procedure of
cause engine damage.
7. Measure the plug gaps with a the iridium spark plugs are the same
wire-type feeler gauge. 10. Push the wire connector onto the as the standard spark plugs.
The gaps should be 0.8 – 0.9 mm ignition coil. Make sure it locks in
(0.031 – 0.035 in). Correct as place.
necessary by carefully bending 11. Install the ignition coil. Reinstall
the side electrode. the bolt.
8. Thread the plugs in by hand to 12. Repeat this procedure for the
prevent cross threading. other three spark plugs.
9. After the spark plugs are seated, 13. Reinstall the plug maintenance
tighten with a spark plug wrench cover and engine cover. When
to compress the washers. reinstalling the covers, make sure
not to jam the wire harnesses in
SPARK PLUG TORQUE: between the covers and engine
18 N·m (1.8 kgf·m , 13 lbf·ft) case.
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MAINTENANCE
These spark plugs have an iridium
coated center electrode. Be sure to
observe the following when servicing
iridium spark plugs.
• Do not clean the spark plugs. If an
electrode is contaminated with
accumulated objects or dirt, replace
the spark plug with a new one.
The cleaning of the iridium spark
plugs consult with an authorized
Honda outboard motor dealer,
unless the owner has the proper
tools and is mechanically
proficient.
• Use only a ‘‘wire-type feeler
gauge’’ to check the spark plug gap
if necessary. To prevent damaging
the iridium coating of the center
electrode, never use a ‘‘leaf-type
feeler gauge.’’
The gaps should be 1.0 – 1.3 mm
(0.039 – 0.051 in).
• Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
If the gap is out of specification,
replace the spark plug with a new
one.
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MAINTENANCE
Battery • Keep flames and sparks away,
UPPER LEVEL
and do not smoke in the area.
Battery handling differs according into your eyes, flush thoroughly
to the type of the battery and the with warm water for at least 15
instructions described below might minutes and call a physician
not be applicable to the battery of immediately.
your outboard. Refer to the battery • POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
manufacturer’s instructions. ANTIDOTE:
─ External: Flush thoroughly
with water.
Batteries produce explosive gases: BATTERY CAP
─ Internal: Drink large LOWER LEVEL
If ignited, an explosion can cause quantities of water or milk.
serious injury or blindness. Provide Follow with milk of magnesia <Battery Fluid Level>
adequate ventilation when or vegetable oil, and call a Check whether the battery fluid is
charging. physician immediately. between the upper and lower levels,
• CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF and check the vent hole in the battery
electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. CHILDREN. caps for clogging.
Contact with eyes or skin, even If the battery fluid is near or below
through clothing, may cause the lower level, add the distilled
severe burns. Wear a faceshield water to the upper level.
and protective clothing.
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MAINTENANCE
<Battery Cleaning>
1. Disconnect the battery cable at the POSITIVE (+)
NEGATIVE (–) TERMINAL When disconnecting the battery
battery negative (–) terminal, then TERMINAL
at the battery positive (+) terminal. cable, be sure to disconnect at the
2. Remove the battery and clean the battery negative (–) terminal first.
battery terminals and battery cable To connect, connect at the positive
terminals with a wire brush or sand (+) terminal first, then at the
paper. negative (–) terminal. Never dis/
Clean the battery with a solution of RED
connect the battery cable in the
baking soda and warm water, reverse order, or it causes a short
taking care not to get the solution circuit when a tool contacts the
or water in the battery cells. Dry BLACK terminals.
the battery thoroughly.
3. Connect the battery positive (+)
cable to the battery positive (+)
terminal, then the battery negative
(–) cable to the battery negative (–)
terminal. Tighten the bolts and nuts
securely. Coat the battery
terminals with grease.
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MAINTENANCE
Lubrication TILLER HANDLE
Wipe the outside of the engine with a THROTTLE ARM/ (H type)
LINK/PIVOT/PLATE THROTTLE ROD/LINK
cloth dipped in clean oil. Apply
marine anticorrosion grease to the
following parts:
Lubrication interval:
20 hours or a month after the date of
purchase for initial lubrication, then TILT BRACKET
every 100 hours or 6 months.
• Apply anticorrosion oil to pivot

surfaces where grease cannot
penetrate.
• Lubricate more frequently when TILT SHAFT
used in salt water.
PROPELLER SHAFT SWIVEL CASE THRUST RECEIVER
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MAINTENANCE
SHIFT LINK BRACKET/
SHIFT PIVOT/SHIFT ARM/
LINK PIN/PIVOT PLATE/
SLIDE PIVOT/ TILT LOCK LEVER
CLICK SPRING ROLLER (each side) TILT SHAFT THREAD
UPPER CYLINDER PIN/

BUSHING
MOUNT FRAME
LOWER CYLINDER BUSHING/

COLLAR
SWIVEL SHAFT
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MAINTENANCE
Water Separator <Cleaning>
Gasoline is extremely flammable, FUEL TUBES SCREWS (3)
causing serious injury or death. Do
not smoke or allow flames or
sparks in your working area.
CHILDREN.
• Always work in a well-ventilated
area.
SUSPENSION WATER
• Be sure that any fuel drained STRAP SEPARATOR
WATER SEPARATOR from the outboard motor is
WATER SEPARATOR BRACKET
Water separator is located near by the stored in a safe container.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when 1. Remove the engine cover (see page
engine cover fixing lever of the boat 66).
side. Water accumulation in the water cleaning the water separator.
Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may 2. Remove the suspension strap from
separator can cause loss of power or the water separator bracket, then
hard starting. Check the water ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make
sure the area is dry before remove the strap from the separator
separator periodically. Clean it or assembly.
consult with an authorized Honda starting the engine.
outboard motor dealer for cleaning.
During removal of the water
separator assembly, take care not
to damage the wire harness with
the water separator bracket.
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HARNESS WATER LEVEL SENSOR • Assemble so the flat part on the
CLIP 2 PIN CONNECTOR CUP back of the suspension is parallel to
the water separator joint as shown
CLIP C O-RING
(Replace) SCREW below.
(3) Assemble so the flat part of the
suspension and the water separator
joint are parallel to each other.
WATER
SEPARATOR CUP
SUSPENSION
HARNESS STRAP
3. Open the harness clip and remove 6. Remove the three screws and JOINT
the harness from the clip C, then separate the water separator cup WATER
disconnect the water level sensor 2 from the body. SEPARATOR
pin connector. 7. Thoroughly clean the water
4. Pinch the fuel tubes with tube clips separator cup.
to prevent fuel leakage. 8. Reassemble the water separator
5. Disconnect the fuel tubes from the body and the cup using a new
water separator. O-ring.
TIGHTENING TORQUE: FLAT PART ON BACK
OF SUSPENSION
4.2 N·m (0.43 kgf·m, 3.1 lbf·ft)
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MAINTENANCE
WATER LEVEL 10. Reinstall the water separator in
POSITIONING SENSOR 2 PIN the reverse order of removal.
BAND CONNECTOR
11. Prime the engine using the
HARNESS CLIP priming bulb (p.80). Check for
fuel leaks.
Repair any fuel leaks if necessary.
If the buzzer sounds, water or

sediment accumulation is found to be
caused by excessive water or
CLIP C POSITIONING sediment accumulated in the water
HARNESS BAND separator cup, inspect the fuel tank.
9. Connect the water level sensor 2 Clean the fuel tank if necessary.
pin connector. Install the harness to
the clip C and harness clip.
Align the positioning bands on the
harness with the end of the clip C
and harness clip as shown above.
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Fuel Filter Inspection interval:
FUEL FILTER Every 100 operating hours or 6
months. Gasoline is extremely flammable,
(inside strainer cup)
Replacement interval: and gasoline vapor can explode,
Every 400 operating hours or 2 years. causing serious injury or death. Do
not smoke or allow flames or
sparks in your working area.
CHILDREN.
• Always work in a well-ventilated
area.
• Be sure that any fuel drained
from the outboard motor is
stored in a safe container.
• Be careful not to spill fuel when
replacing the filter. Spilled fuel or
fuel vapor may ignite. If any fuel
is spilled, make sure the area is
dry before starting the engine.
The fuel filter (inside the strainer cup)
is located between the fuel pump and
the water separator.
Water or sediment accumulated in the
fuel filter can cause loss of power or
hard starting. Check and replace the
fuel filter periodically.
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<Inspection> <Replacement> FUEL FILTER
(inside strainer cup)
FUEL TUBES FUEL INTAKE
SIDE JOINT
EDGE AT
THE BASE
OF JOINT
ALIGNMENT
FUEL FILTER FUEL FILTER BRACKET MARK ON THE
(inside strainer cup) SUSPENSION
SUSPENSION STRAP SUSPENSION STRAP
1. Remove the engine cover (see page 1. Remove the suspension strap from 3. Install a new fuel filter in the
66). the fuel filter bracket, then remove reverse order of removal.
2. Looking through the translucent the strap from the fuel filter Assemble the fuel filter with the
strainer cup, check the fuel filter assembly. strainer cup by aligning the edge at
for water accumulation and the base of the fuel intake side joint
clogging. of the fuel filter with the alignment
If necessary, replace the fuel filter Before removing the filter, pinch the mark on the suspension as shown
with a new one. fuel tubes on each side of filter using above.
tube clips to prevent fuel leakage.
2. Disconnect the fuel tubes from the
fuel filter.
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4. Prime the engine using the priming Fuel Tank and Tank Filter <Fuel Tank Cleaning>
bulb (see page 80). Check for fuel (equipped type)
leaks. Repair any fuel leaks if
necessary. Gasoline is extremely flammable,
causing serious injury or death. Do
If loss of power or hard starting is not smoke or allow flames or
found caused by excessive water or sparks in your working area.
sediment accumulated in the fuel KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
filter, inspect the fuel tank. Clean the CHILDREN.
fuel tank if necessary. • Always work in a well-ventilated
area.
FUEL LINE • Be sure that any fuel drained
from the fuel tank is stored in a
Cleaning interval: safe container.
Every year or after every 200 hours of • Be careful not to spill fuel when
outboard motor operation. cleaning the tank and filter.
ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make
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MAINTENANCE
1. Disconnect the fuel line from fuel <Tank Filter Cleaning> EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
tank. 5 mm SCREWS CONNECTOR
2. Empty the tank, pour in a small GASKET The combustion process produces
quantity of gasoline, and clean the carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons.
tank thoroughly by shaking it. Control of hydrocarbons is very
Drain and dispose of the gasoline important because under certain
properly. conditions, they react to form
photochemical smog when subjected
to sunlight. Carbon monoxide dose
not react in the same way, but it is
toxic.
FUEL TANK FUEL TANK
FILTER JOINT FILTER Problems that May Affect Outboard
(Fuel Hose Connector)
Motor Emissions
1. Remove the four 5 mm screws If you are aware of any of the
using a flat screwdriver, and then following symptoms, have the
remove the fuel hose connector and outboard motor inspected and
fuel tank filter from the tank. repaired by your authorized Honda
2. Clean the filter in nonflammable dealer:
solvent. Inspect the fuel tank filter 1. Hard starting or stalling after
and the connector gasket. Replace starting
them if damaged. 2. Rough idle
3. Reinstall the filter and hose 3. Misfiring or backfiring during
connector in the fuel tank. Tighten acceleration
the four 5 mm screws securely. 4. Poor performance (driveability)
and poor fuel economy
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MAINTENANCE
Fuse
FUSE PULLER FUSE CASE LID SPARE FUSES
(supplied in the tool bag) (10 A, 15 A, 30 A)
BLOWN FUSE
If the fuse blows, running the engine

will not charge the battery. Before
replacing the fuse, check the current
ratings of the electrical accessories
and ensure that there are no FUSES
(10 A, 15 A, 30 A)
abnormalities.
• Never use a fuse with a different

rating from that specified.
Serious damage to the electrical
system or a fire may result.
• Disconnect the battery cable at
the battery negative (–) terminal
before replacing the fuse.
Failure to do so may cause a
short circuit.
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MAINTENANCE
ACG Fuse <Replacement>
A spare fuse is located in the reverse
If the fuse is blown, check the “70 A” MARK SPARE FUSE (70 A)
side of the fuse case lid and tightened
cause, then replace the fuse with a
with two 3 mm screws.
spare fuse of the same rated
When the new fuse in set as a spare
capacity. Unless the cause is found,
fuse on the reverse side of the fuse
the fuse may blow again.
case lid, set the fuse so that you can
<Replacement> see the “70 A” mark on it.
1. Stop the engine. 1. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the engine cover.
FUSE 2. Remove the engine cover.
CASE 3. Remove the fuse case lid.
3. Remove the fuse case lid and pull LID
the old fuse out of the clip with the 4. Remove the old fuse by removing
fuse puller supplied in the tool bag. two 5 mm screws.
4. Push a new fuse into the clips. 5. Install a new fuse with “70 A”
mark downward.
DESIGNATED FUSE: 6. After finishing replacement, install
10 A, 15 A, 30 A ACG FUSE (70 A) the fuse case lid with its hook
toward the engine side.
7. Be sure to check the fuse case lid is
securely locked.
Disconnect the battery cable at the
battery terminal before checking or DESIGNATED FUSE:
replacing the ACG fuse. 70 A
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MAINTENANCE
Propeller 3. Tighten the castle nut with your
PROPELLER (optional equipment) hand first until the propeller has no
play. Then, tighten the castle nut
COTTER PIN again with a tool until the groove in
the castle nut aligns with the cotter
pin hole. (Note that this tool is not
included in the tools that come
CASTLE NUT
together with the outboard motor.)
CASTLE NUT TIGHTENING

TORQUE:
COTTER PIN 1 N·m (0.1 kgf·m, 0.7 lbf·ft)
18.5 mm (Replace)
THRUST WASHER WASHER UPPER LIMIT OF TORQUE:
44.1 N·m (4.5 kgf·m, 33 lbf·ft)
If the propeller is damaged by Replacement
striking a rock, or other obstacle, 1. Remove the cotter pin then remove 4. Be sure to replace the cotter pin
replace the propeller as follows. the 18 mm castle nut, washer, with a new one.
propeller and thrust washer.
2. Install the new propeller in the
reverse sequence to removal. • Install the thrust washer with the
• When replacing, remove the
grooved side toward the gear case.
emergency stop switch clip to
• Use a genuine Honda cotter pin and
prevent an accidental startup of
bend the pin ends as shown.
the engine.
• The propeller is thin and sharp.
To protect your hands, wear the
heavy gloves during replacement.
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MAINTENANCE
Inspect After Operating 7. Attempt to start the engine.
If the outboard motor was running • If the engine fails to start, remove
1. Stop the engine and remove the the spark plugs, clean and dry the
engine cover (see page 66). when it submerged, there may be
mechanical damage, such as bent electrodes, then reinstall the spark
2. Confirm the cooling water leakage connecting rods. If the engine binds plugs and attempt to start the
from the engine. when cranked, do not attempt to engine again.
run the outboard motor until it has • If there was water in the engine
Submerged Outboard Motor been repaired. crankcase, or the used engine oil
showed signs of water
A submerged outboard motor must be 2. Drain the vapor separator as contamination, then a second
serviced immediately after it is described on page 164. engine oil change should be
recovered from the water in order to 3. Change the engine oil (see page performed after running the engine
minimize corrosion. 142). for 1/2 hour.
If there is a Honda outboard motor 4. Remove the spark plugs (see pages • If the engine starts and no
dealer nearby, take the outboard 144–147). Operate the starter to mechanical damage is evident,
motor immediately to the dealer. If expel water from the engine’s continue to run the engine for 1/2
you are far from a dealer, proceed as cylinders. hour or longer (be sure the water
follows: 5. Pour a teaspoon of engine oil into level is at least 100 mm (4 in)
each spark plug hole, then pull the above the anticavitation plate).
1. Remove the engine cover, and rinse emergency starter rope several 8. As soon as possible, take the
the outboard motor with fresh times to lubricate the inside of the outboard motor to your outboard
water to remove salt water, sand, cylinders. motor dealer for inspection and
mud, etc. Reinstall the spark plugs. service.
6. Install the engine cover and lock
the fixing lever securely (see page
66).
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13. STORAGE
For longer service life of the outboard • To slow deterioration, keep
motor, have your outboard motor gasoline in a certified fuel
serviced by your outboard motor container.
dealer before storage. However, the • If long storage (more than 30 days)
following procedures can be is foreseen, drain fuel tank and
performed by you, the owner, with a vapor separator.
minimum of tools.
Fuel
Gasoline spoils very quickly

depending on factors such as light
exposure, temperature and time.
In worst cases, gasoline can be
contaminated within 30 days.
Using contaminated gasoline can
seriously damage the engine (fuel
system clogged, valve stuck).
Such damage due to spoiled fuel is
disallowed from coverage by the
warranty.
To avoid this please strictly follow
these recommendations:
• Only use specified gasoline (see
page 69).
• Use fresh and clean gasoline.
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STORAGE
Vapor Separator Draining INTAKE MANIFOLD DRAIN TUBE 5. When the gasoline starts to flow
out of the drain tube, tilt up the
outboard motor and hold it in the
Gasoline is extremely flammable, position until the gasoline stops
and gasoline vapor can explode, flowing. After draining the
causing serious injury or death. Do gasoline completely, return the
not smoke or allow flames or outboard motor to the horizontal
sparks in your working area. position.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF Catch the draining gasoline in a
CHILDREN. suitable container.
• Be careful not to spill fuel. 6. After draining, tighten the drain
Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may screw and secure the drain tube to
ignite. If any fuel is spilled, make the projection of the intake
sure the area is dry before manifold.
storing or transporting the
outboard motor. DRAIN SCREW VAPOR SEPARATOR
• Do not smoke or allow flames or
sparks where fuel is drained or 1. Remove the engine cover.
stored. 2. Release the drain tube from the
projection of the intake manifold
and bring the end of the drain tube
out of the under cover.
3. Loosen the vapor separator drain
screw.
4. Tilt up the outboard motor.
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STORAGE
Battery Storage • Keep flames and sparks away, (+) TERMINAL
and do not smoke in the area.
(–) TERMINAL
Battery handling differs according into your eyes, flush thoroughly
to the type of the battery and the with warm water for at least 15
instructions described below might minutes and call a physician
not be applicable to the battery of immediately.
RED
your outboard motor. Refer to the • POISON: Electrolyte is poison.
battery manufacturer’s ANTIDOTE
instructions. ─ External: Flush thoroughly
with water.
─ Internal: Drink large BLACK
Batteries produce explosive gases: quantities of water or milk.
If ignited, an explosion can cause Follow with milk of magnesia 1. Disconnect the battery cable at the
serious injury or blindness. or vegetable oil, and call a battery negative (–) terminal, then
Provide adequate ventilation when physician immediately. at the battery positive (+) terminal.
charging. • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF 2. Remove the battery and clean the
• CHEMICAL HAZARD: Battery CHILDREN. battery terminals and battery cable
electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. terminals with a wire brush or sand
Contact with eyes or skin, even paper.
through clothing, may cause Clean the battery with a solution of
severe burns. Wear a faceshield baking soda and warm water,
and protective clothing. taking care not to get the solution
of water in the battery cells. Dry
the battery thoroughly.
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STORAGE
Outboard Motor Position
(Port side turned down as shown.)
OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND
3. Fill the battery with distilled water Transport and store the outboard
to the upper level line. Never motor either vertically, as shown Do not place the outboard motor on
overfill the battery. above. Attach the stern bracket to its side during a prolonged period
4. Store the battery on a level surface stand and secure the outboard motor of storage. If you are obliged to
in a cool, dry, well ventilated place with bolts and nuts. Store the place the outboard motor on its
out of direct sunlight. outboard motor in a well-ventilated side, drain the engine oil, protect
5. Once a month, check the specific area free from direct sunlight and the outboard motor by wrapping it
gravity of the electrolyte and humidity. with the urethane material or the
recharge as required to prolong blanket as shown.
battery life.
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14. DISPOSAL
To protect the environment, do not
dispose of this product, battery,
engine oil, etc. carelessly by leaving
them in the waste. Observe the local
laws and regulations or consult your
dealer for disposal.
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15. TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING SYSTEM COMES ON
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Overheat warning system comes on: Cooling water intake port clogged. Clean the cooling water intake port.
• Overheat indicator comes on.
• Overheat warning buzzer sounds.
• Engine speed decreases and stops at last. Spark plugs have improper heat range. Replace the spark plugs
(see pages 144 – 147).
• Engine speed cannot be increased by opening the throttle.
• Engine will stop in 20 seconds after engine speed is limited. • Faulty water pump. Consult with an authorized
• Thermostat clogged. Honda outboard motor dealer.
• Faulty thermostat.
• Cooling water passage clogged.
• Exhaust gas invades cooling system.
Oil pressure warning system comes on: Shortage of engine oil Add engine oil to the specified
• Oil pressure indicator does not come on. level (see page 67).
• Oil pressure warning buzzer sounds.
• Engine speed decreases. Improper engine oil is used. Change the engine oil
(see page 142).
• Engine speed cannot be increased by opening the throttle.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Water separator warning system comes on: Water is accumulated in the water Clean the water separator (see page
• Water separator warning buzzer sounds. separator. 152).
Check the fuel tank and fuel line for
water accumulation. If the buzzer
sounds again, consult with an
dealer.
PGM-FI warning system comes on: PGM-FI warning system is faulty. Consult with an authorized
• PGM-FI indicator comes on. Honda outboard motor dealer.
• PGM-FI warning buzzer sounds intermittently.
ACG warning system comes on: Battery voltage is too high or low. Check the battery (see page 148).
• ACG indicator comes on.
• ACG warning buzzer sounds intermittently. Faulty ACG. Consult with an authorized
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16. SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL BF75D K4 Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ, SL) SAE 10W-30
Description Gear case: API standard (GL-4) SAE 90 Hypoid
BBAJ gear oil
code
Type LHG LRT Engine oil Engine: Without oil filter replacement:
Overall length 900 mm 742mm capacity 4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
(35.4 in) (29.2 in) With oil filter replacement:
Overall width 646 mm 459 mm 4.4 L (4.6 US qt, 3.9 Imp qt)
(25.4 in) (18.1 in) Gear case: 0.95 L (1.00 US qt, 0.84 Imp qt)
Overall height 1,576 mm D.C. output 12 V – 35 A
(62.0 in) Cooling system Water cooling with thermostat
Transom height Exhaust system Water exhaust
537 mm Spark plug ZFR6K-9E (NGK)
(when Transom
(21.1 in)
angle is 12°) Fuel pump Low pressure side: mechanical type
Dry mass 167 kg 165 kg High pressure side: electrical type
(weight)* (368 lbs) (364 lbs) Fuel Automotive unleaded gasoline
Rated power 55.2 kW (75 PS) (91 research octane, 86 pump octane, or higher)
Full throttle Gear shift Dog type: Forward – Neutral – Reverse
range 5,000 – 6,000 min-1 (rpm) Steering angle 30° right and left
Engine type 4 stroke OHC in-line 4-cylinder Trim angle – 4° to 16° (when Transom angle is 12°)
Displacement 1,496 cm3 (91.3 cu-in) Tilt up angle 68° (when Transom angle is 12°)
Spark plug gap 0.8 – 0.9 mm (0.031 – 0.035 in) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24°
Remote
control Motor-mounted,
—
steering remote control
system
Starter system Electric starter
Ignition system Full transistor battery
Lubrication
Trochoid pump pressure lubrication
system
* Without battery cable, with propeller

Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with ISO8665 (propeller shaft output).
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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL BF80A K1 Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ, SL) SAE 10W-30
BBLJ gear oil
code
Type LHT LRT XRT Engine oil Engine: Without oil filter replacement:
Overall height 1,576 mm 1,703 mm D.C. output 12 V – 35 A
(62.0 in) (67.0 in) Cooling system Water cooling with thermostat
537 mm 664 mm Spark plug ZFR6K-9E (NGK)
(when Transom
(21.1 in) (26.1 in)
Dry mass 171 kg 165 kg 171 kg High pressure side: electrical type
(weight)* (377 lbs) (364 lbs) (377 lbs) Fuel Automotive unleaded gasoline
Engine type 4 stroke OHC in-line 4-cylinder Trim angle – 4° to 16° (when Transom angle is 12°)
Spark plug gap 0.8– 0.9 mm (0.031 – 0.035 in) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24°
Remote
—
system
Lubrication
system

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL BF90D K5 Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ, SL) SAE 10W-30
BBCJ gear oil
code
Type LHG LHT LRT XRT Engine oil Engine: Without oil filter replacement:
(when Transom
(21.1 in) (26.1 in)
Dry mass 168 kg 172 kg 166 kg 172 kg High pressure side: electrical type
(weight)* (370 lbs) (379 lbs) (366 lbs) (379 lbs) Fuel Automotive unleaded gasoline
Engine type 4 stroke OHC VTEC in-line 4-cylinder Trim angle – 4° to 16° (when Transom angle is 12°)
Spark plug gap 0.8– 0.9 mm (0.031 – 0.035 in) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24°
Remote
—
system
Lubrication
system

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL BF100A K1 Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ, SL) SAE 10W-30
BBMJ gear oil
code
Type LHT LRT XRT Engine oil Engine: Without oil filter replacement:
(when Transom
(21.1 in) (26.1 in)
Dry mass 172 kg 166 kg 172 kg High pressure side: electrical type
(weight)* (379 lbs) (366 lbs) (379 lbs) Fuel Automotive unleaded gasoline
Engine type 4 stroke OHC VTEC in-line 4-cylinder Trim angle – 4° to 16° (when Transom angle is 12°)
Spark plug gap 0.8 –0.9 mm (0.031 – 0.035 in) Transom angle 8°, 12°, 16°, 20°, 24°
Remote
—
system
Lubrication
system

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SPECIFICATIONS
Noise and Vibration
MODEL BF75D K4 BF80A K1
CONTROL SYSTEM T (Tiller handle) R (Remote control) T (Tiller handle) R (Remote control)
Sound pressure level at operator’s ears 82 dB (A) 76 dB (A) 83 dB (A) 81 dB (A)
(2006/42/EC, ICOMIA 39-94)
Uncertainty 2 dB (A) 2 dB (A) 2 dB (A) 1 dB (A)
Measured sound power level 91 dB (A) — 90 dB (A) 91 dB (A)
(Reference to EN ISO3744)
Uncertainty 2 dB (A) — 2 dB (A) 1 dB (A)
Vibration level at hand arm Not exceed Not exceed
— —
(2006/42/EC, ICOMIA 38-94) 2.5 m/s2 2.5 m/s2
Uncertainty — — — —
MODEL BF90D K5 BF100A K1

CONTROL SYSTEM T (Tiller handle) R (Remote control) T (Tiller handle) R (Remote control)
Sound pressure level at operator’s ears 86 dB (A) 81 dB (A) 85 dB (A) 81 dB (A)
(2006/42/EC, ICOMIA 39-94)
Measured sound power level 95 dB (A) 95 dB (A) 92 dB (A) 91 dB (A)
(Reference to EN ISO3744)
Vibration level at hand arm Not exceed Not exceed
— —
(2006/42/EC, ICOMIA 38-94) 2.5 m/s2 2.5 m/s2
Uncertainty — — — —
Reference to: ICOMIA Standard: as it specifies the engine operating conditions and measurement conditions.
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17. MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES

For further information, please contact Honda Customer Information Centre at the following address or telephone number:
For European
AUSTRIA BELGIUM CYPRUS FINLAND
Honda Motor Europe Ltd Honda Motor Europe Ltd Demstar Automotive Ltd OY Brandt AB.
Hondastraße 1 Doornveld 180-184 Mihail Giorgalla 14 Tuupakantie 7B
2351 Wiener Neudorf 1731 Zellik 2409 Engomi 01740 Vantaa
Tel.: +43 (0)2236 690 0 Tel.: +32 2620 10 00 Nicosia Tel.: +358 207757200
Fax: +43 (0)2236 690 480 Fax: +32 2620 10 01 Cyprus Fax: +358 9 878 5276
http://www.honda.at http://www.honda.be Tel.: +357 22 792 600 http://www.brandt.fi
HondaPP@honda.co.at BH_PE@HONDA-EU.COM Fax: +357 22 430 313
BALTIC STATES BULGARIA CZECH REPUBLIC FRANCE

(Estonia/Latvia/ Premium Motor Ltd BG Technik cs, a.s. Honda Motor Europe Ltd
Andrey Lyapchev Blvd no 34 U Zavodiste 251/8 Division Produit d’Equipement
Lithuania) 1797 Sofia 15900 Prague 5 - Velka Parc d’activités de Pariest,
NCG Import Baltics OU Bulgaria Chuchle Allée du 1er mai
Meistri 12 Tel.: +3592 423 5879 Tel.: +420 2 838 70 850 Croissy Beaubourg BP46, 77312
Haabersti District Fax: +3592 423 5879 Fax: +420 2 667 111 45 Marne La Vallée Cedex 2
13517 Tallinn http://www.hondamotor.bg http://www.honda-stroje.cz Tel.: 01 60 37 30 00
Harju County Estonia office@hondamotor.bg Fax: 01 60 37 30 86
Tel.: +372 651 7300 http://www.honda.fr
Fax: +372 651 7301 espace-client@honda-eu.com
info.baltic@ncgimport.com
BELARUS CROATIA DENMARK GERMANY

UAB JP Motors SERBIA & TIMA A/S Honda Deutschland
Niederlassung der Honda Motor
Montazhnikov lane 4th, 5-16 Ryttermarken 10
Minsk 220019 MONTENEGRO DK-3520 Farum Europe Ltd.
Republic of Belarus Fred Bobek d.o.o. Tel.: +45 36 34 25 50 Hanauer Landstraße 222-224
Tel.: +375172349999 HONDA MARINE Fax: +45 36 77 16 30 D-60314 Frankfurt
Fax: +375172380404 Put Gaćeleza 5b http://www.tima.dk Tel.: 01805 20 20 90
Dudarevich@scanlink.by HR 22211 Vodice Fax: +49 (0)69 83 20 20
Tel. 00385 22 444336 http://www.honda.de
Fax. 00385 22 440500 info@post.honda.de
centrala@honda-croatia.com
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For European (continued)
GREECE ISRAEL MALTA PORTUGAL

GROW Productos de Forca
Saracakis Brothers S.A. Mayer's Cars and Trucks Co.Ltd. - The Associated Motors
Portugal
71 Leoforos Athinon Honda Division Company Ltd.
10173 Athens Rua Fontes Pereira de Melo, 16
Shevach 5, Tel Aviv , 6777936 New Street in San Gwakkin Road
Tel.: +30 210 3497809 Abrunheira, 2714-506 Sintra
Israel Mriehel Bypass, Mriehel QRM17
Fax: +30 210 3467329 Tel.: +351 211 303 000
+972-3-6953162 Tel.: +356 21 498 561
http://www.honda.gr Fax: +351 211 303 003
OrenBe@mct.co.il Fax: +356 21 480 150
info@saracakis.gr http://www.grow.com.pt
mgalea@gasanzammit.com
geral@grow.com.pt
HUNGARY ITALY NORWAY ROMANIA

MP Motor Co., Ltd. Honda Motore Europe Ltd KELLOX Hit Power Motor Srl
Kamaraerdei ut 3. Via della Cecchignola, 13 Box 24, N-141 7-15 Argonomici Boluevard
2040 Budaors 00143 Roma Trollåsveien 36, 1414 Building N3.2
Tel.: +36 23 444 971 Tel.: +848 846 632 Trollåsen, Norway Entrance A
Fax: +36 23 444 972 Fax: +39 065 4928 400 Mobile: +47 47 80 90 00 Apt 8, Floor 2
Sector 1
http://www.hondakisgepek.hu http://www.hondaitalia.com Phone: +47 64 97 61 00 015141 Bucharest
info@hondakisgepek.hu info.power@honda-eu.com http://kellox.no/ Tel.: +40 21 637 04 58
finn.hoge@kellox.no Fax: +40 21 637 04 78
http://www.honda.ro/
http://honda-eu.ro
office@honda.ro
IRELAND MACEDONIA POLAND SLOVAK REPUBLIC

Two Wheels ltd Makpetrol A.D. Honda Centar
Aries Power Equipment Honda Motor Europe Ltd
M50 Business Park, Ballymount Bul.sv Kiril & Metodij br. 4
Puławska 467 Slovensko, organizačná zložka
Dublin 12 1000, Skopje
02-844 Warszawa Prievozská 6 821 09 Bratislava
Tel.: +353 1 4381900 Republic of Macedonia
Tel.: +48 (22) 861 43 01 Tel.: +421 2 32131111
Fax: +353 1 4607851 aleksandar.stanojlovic@ Fax: +48 (22) 861 43 02 Fax: +421 2 32131112
http://www.hondaireland.ie makpetrol.com.mk http://www.ariespower.pl http://www.honda.sk
sales@hondaireland.ie http://www.mojahonda.pl
info@ariespower.pl
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For European (continued)
SLOVENIA SWITZERLAND UNITED KINGDOM
AS Domzale Moto Center D.O.O.
Honda Motor Europe Ltd., Slough Honda Motor Europe Ltd
Blatnica 3A
Succursale de Satigny/Genève Cain Road
1236 Trzin
Rue de la Bergère 5 Bracknell
Tel.: +386 1 562 3700
1242 Satigny Berkshire
Fax: +386 1 562 3705
Tel.: +41 (0)22 989 05 00 RG12 1 HL
http://www.honda-as.com
Fax: +41 (0)22 989 06 60 Tel.: +44 (0)845 200 8000
infomacije@honda-as.com
http://www.honda.ch http://www.honda.co.uk
SPAIN & all Provinces TURKEY

Anadolu Motor Uretim Ve
Greens Power Products, S.L.
Pazarlama As
Poligono Industrial Congost –
Av Ramon Ciurans n°2 Sekerpinar Mah
08530 La Garriga - Barcelona Albayrak Sok No 4
Tel.: +34 93 860 50 25 Cayirova 41420
Fax: +34 93 871 81 80 Kocaeli
http://www.hondaencasa.com Tel.: +90 262 999 23 00
Fax: +90 262 658 94 17
http://www.anadolumotor.com.tr
antor@antor.com.tr
SWEDEN UKRAINE
Honda Motor Europe Ltd filial
Dnipro Motor LLC
Sverige
3, Bondarsky Alley,
Box 31002 - Långhusgatan 4 Kyiv, 04073, Ukraine
215 86 Malmö Tel.: +380 44 537 25 76
Tel.: +46 (0)40 600 23 00 Fax: +380 44 501 54 27
Fax: +46 (0)40 600 23 19 igor.lobunets@honda.ua
http://www.honda.se
hpesinfo@honda-eu.com
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18. ‘‘EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY’’ CONTENT OUTLINE
EN 61000-6-1: 2007, EN 55012:2007+A1:2009
Honda Motor Europe Ltd – Aalst Office

Wijngaardveld 1 (Noord V)
9300 Aalst - Belgium
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179
180
181
182
19. INDEX
A Cooling Water ACG Warning System ......... 124
ACG Fuse Replacement ..............160 Check Hole ............................... 50 Engine Oil Pressure Warning
ACG Indicator/Buzzer Intake Port................................. 50 System.............................. 124
Function.....................................46 Cruising....................................... 106 Overheat Warning System...... 124
Operation .................................124 H type...................................... 106 PGM-FI Warning System ....... 124
Anode R type...................................... 109 Water Contamination
Function.....................................49 Warning System ................. 124
Operation .................................128 D Serial Number ............................. 4
Disposal ...................................... 167 Switch
B H type........................................ 24
Battery E R type........................................ 34
Cleaning...................................149 ‘‘EC DECLARATION OF
Connections ...............................61 CONFORMITY’’ F
Fluid Level Inspection.............148 Content Outline................... 178 Frame Serial Number ...................... 4
Inspection ..................................75 Emergency Stop Fast Idle
Storage.....................................165 Switch ................................. 27, 36 Button........................................ 35
Break-in Procedure ........................99 Switch Lanyard/Clip........... 28, 36 Lever ......................................... 35
Switch Spare Clip ............... 29, 37 Fuel
C Emission Control System............ 158 Filler Cap .................................. 51
Cleaning and Flushing .................137 Engine Filter
Component Identification ..............14 Cover Inspection............................. 156
Controls and Features Fixing Lever .......................... 51 Replacement......................... 156
Common ....................................44 Removal/Installation.............. 66 Gauge ........................................ 52
G type ........................................42 Oil Level ......................................... 69
H type ........................................24 Change ................................. 142 Line
R type ........................................31 Level Inspection .................... 67 Connection ............................. 78
T type.........................................39 Refilling ................................. 67 Connector and Joint ............... 52
Protection System ................... 124 Disconnection ...................... 134
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INDEX
Priming ......................................80 Operation ................................ 121 P
Storage.....................................163 Moorage PGM-FI Indicator/Buzzer
Tank cleaning ..........................157 G type...................................... 118 Function .................................... 47
Tank Filter ...............................158 T type ...................................... 119 Operation................................. 124
Fuse Replacement........................160 Multiple Outboard Motors .......... 129 Power Tilt Switch
Function .................................... 41
G N Operation................................. 120
Gasoline Containing Alcohol ........70 Neutral Release Lever................... 34 Power Trim/Tilt Switch
Gear NMEA Interface coupler .............. 53 Function .................................... 39
Shifting ............100, 102, 103, 104 Operation......................... 106, 109
O Pre-operation Checks .................... 66
I Oil Pressure Indicator/Buzzer Battery....................................... 75
Inspect After Operating ...............162 Function .................................... 44 Engine Oil ................................. 66
Installation Operation ................................ 124 Fuel ........................................... 69
Outboard Motor.........................58 Operation ...................................... 99 Other Checks............................. 77
Height ........................................57 Operating Hour Notification Propeller and Cotter Pin
Location.....................................57 System ..................................... 53 Inspection............................... 71
Outboard Motor Remote Control Lever
L Angle Adjustment..................... 60 Friction................................... 74
Lubrication ..................................150 Angle Inspection....................... 59 Steering Handle
Installation ................................ 56 Friction................................... 74
M Storage Position ...................... 166 Water Separator ........................ 75
Maintenance ................................138 Over-rev Limiter ......................... 128 Propeller
Maintenance Schedule.................140 Overheat Indicator/Buzzer Inspection .................................. 71
Major Honda Distributor Function .................................... 45 Replacement............................ 161
Addresses.................................175 Operation ................................ 124 Selection.................................... 65
Manual Relief Valve
Function.....................................41
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INDEX
R Steering Handle Friction............... 74 Tool Kit and Emergency
Remote Control Function .................................... 29 Parts......................................... 139
Box Operation ................................ 105 Trailering..................................... 135
Identification ....................18, 19 Stopping the Engine Transom Angle Adjusting Rod ..... 42
Installation Location...............64 Emergency Stop...................... 130 Transom Height............................. 56
Cable Length .............................64 Normal Stop Transporting ................................ 134
Installation .................................63 H type .................................. 131 Trim Meter
Lever R type................................... 133 Function .................................... 40
Function......................31, 32, 33 Storage ........................................ 163 Operation................................. 115
Friction Adjustment................72 Submerged Outboard Motor Trim Tab
Servicing ................................. 162 Function .................................... 49
S Switch Panel ................................. 19 Adjustment .............................. 122
Safety Trimming the Outboard Motor ... 112
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning T TRL (Trolling) Control Switch
Hazard ....................................10 Tachometer ................................... 51 Operation................................. 111
Fire and Burn Hazards...............10 Throttle Friction Adjuster ............. 27 Panel.......................................... 38
Information..................................8 Throttle Grip ................................. 26 Remote Control Box ................ 38
Label Locations .........................11 Tiller Handle ........................... 15, 16 Tiller Handle ............................ 30
Operator Responsibility...............8 Tiller Handle Height/Angle Troubleshooting
Shallow Water Operation ............128 Adjustment................................ 72 Warning System Comes On.... 168
Shift Lever .....................................25 Tilt Lever ...................................... 42
Spark Plugs..................................144 Tilt Lock Lever ............................. 44 V
Specifications ..............................170 Tilting the Outboard Motor Vapor Separator Draining ........... 164
Starting the Engine G type...................................... 117
Emergency Starting ...................93 T type ...................................... 118 W
H type ........................................81 Water Separator Buzzer ................ 47
R1 type ......................................85 Water Separator..................... 75, 152
R2, R3 types ..............................89 Cleaning .................................. 152
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Owner`s Manual
BF75D • BF80A
BF90D • BF100A
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Owner`s Manual

Model BF75D BF80A

BF75D/80A/90D/100A is provided TYPE CODE Example

Model BF90D BF100A

BF75D/80A/90D/100A is provided TYPE CODE Example

Tiller handle type: H type

The tiller handle type is classified

Tiller handle type: H1 type

2. SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

TILLER HANDLE (H2 type)

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

FUEL CAUTION FUEL CAUTION

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

STERN BRACKET COOLING FLUSH PORT

TRANSOM ANGLE GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT

POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH

EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH

STERN COOLING FLUSH PORT

GEAR OIL DRAIN BOLT

NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER

* For TRL (Trolling) control switch equipped type.

Store the spare

SWITCH PANEL (optional equipment) (for TOP-MOUNT DUAL type)

BUZZER ENGINE SWITCH KEY

EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP

(for TWO OUTBOARD MOTORS type)

For the switch panel without indicators type, use it

FUEL FILLER CAP

FUEL FILLER CAP FUEL TANK

FUEL LINE JOINT

FUEL TUBE ASSEMBLY FUEL LINE JOINT

FUEL LINE JOINT

TRL (Trolling) CONTROL SWITCH

4. CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

Do not leave the engine switch

START ON OFF NEUTRAL (ignition switch) ON (key in ON

OFF The starter motor will not work

OFF ON START NEUTRAL

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

The shift lever will not move unless

FORWARD REVERSE the throttle grip is in the fully closed

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

HOLD THROTTLE GRIP (H2 type)

Turn the adjuster counterclockwise to STOP

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY EMERGENCY STOP EMERGENCY

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

The engine does not start unless the

Store the spare emergency stop

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (H type)

The engine speed can be adjusted

If you press and hold the TRL control

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type)

REMOTE CONTROL LEVER

Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or FORWARD: REVERSE:

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type)

THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM

Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or FORWARD: REVERSE:

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type)

Shifting gear into forward, reverse, or FORWARD: REVERSE:

CONTROLS AND FEATURES (R type)