BF200A•BF225A Owner’s Manual

31ZY2605 2eY11200.2005.02 00X31-ZY2-6050 N Printed in Japan ©2005 Motor Co., Ltd. -All Rights Reserved 2006

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Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time. This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the outboard motor and should remain with the outboard motor if resold.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. 05/01/10 14:01:06 31ZY2600_002

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of We suggest you read the warranty a Honda outboard motor. We are policy to fully understand its certain you will be pleased with your coverage and your responsibilities of purchase of one of the finest ownership. outboard motors on the market. When your outboard motor needs We want to help you get the best scheduled maintenance, keep in mind results from your new outboard that your Honda marine dealer is motor and to operate it safely. This specially trained in servicing Honda manual contains information on how outboard motors. Your Honda marine to do that; please read it carefully. dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to As you read this manual you will answer your questions and concerns. find information preceded by a Best Wishes, symbol. That information Honda Motor Co., Ltd. is intended to help you avoid damage to your outboard motor, other property, or the environment.

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INTRODUCTION

A FEW WORDS ABOUT You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including: SAFETY Safety Labels - on the outboard motor. Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of outboard motor safely is an important three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. responsibility. These signal words mean: To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY provided operating procedures and HURT if you don’t follow instructions. other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY you to potential hazards that could HURT if you don’t follow instructions. hurt you or others. You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow Of course, it is not practical or instructions. possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or Safety Headings - such as IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. maintaining an outboard motor. You must use your own good judgment. Safety Section - such as OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY.

Instructions - how to use this outboard motor correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information- please read it carefully.

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CONTENTS

OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY...... 7 Top-Mount Type IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...... 7 Ignition Switch...... 22 SAFETY LABEL LOCATION...... 9 Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch...... 22 Fast Idle Button...... 23 CONTROLS AND FEATURES...... 10 Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever...... 23 CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION Common Controls CODES...... 10 Power Trim/Tilt Switch...... 25 COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS.... . 11 Power Tilt Switch...... 26 CONTROLS...... 15 Manual Relief Valve...... 26 Side-Mount Type Tilt Lock Lever...... 26 Ignition Switch...... 15 Engine Cover Latch...... 27 Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch...... 16 Trim Tab...... 27 Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever...... 16 INSTRUMENTS...... 27 Fast Idle Lever...... 18 Trim Meter (optional equipment)...... 27 Panel-Mount Type Tachometer (optional equipment)...... 28 Ignition Switch...... 18 Digital Tachometer (optional equipment)...... 28 Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch...... 19 Digital Speedometer (optional equipment)...... 28 Fast Idle Button...... 20 Gearshift/Throttle Control Lever...... 20

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CONTENTS

INDICATORS...... 29 OPERATION...... 35 Alternator (ACG) Indicator...... 29 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS...... 35 Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) Indicator.. . 29 BREAK-IN PROCEDURE...... 35 Oil Pressure Indicator...... 30 FUEL PRIMING...... 36 Overheat Indicator...... 30 STARTING THE ENGINE...... 37 Cooling System Indicator...... 31 Side-Mount Type...... 37 OTHER FEATURES...... 31 Panel-Mount Type...... 40 Water Separator Buzzer...... 31 Top-Mount Type...... 42 Overrev Limiter...... 32 STOPPING THE ENGINE...... 44 Anodes...... 32 Emergency Engine Stopping...... 44 Fuel Priming Bulb...... 32 Normal Engine Stopping...... 45 GEARSHIFT AND BEFORE OPERATION...... 33 THROTTLE OPERATION...... 46 ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER WAY?...... 33 Side-Mount Type...... 46 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Panel-Mount Type...... 47 READY TO GO?...... 33 Top-Mount Type...... 47 STEERING...... 48 CRUISING...... 49 SHALLOW WATER OPERATION...... 51 MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING...... 51

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CONTENTS

SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR...... 53 Spark Plug Service...... 65 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE...... 53 REFUELING...... 68 MAINTENANCE SAFETY...... 54 FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS...... 69 TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL...... 55 Fuel Filter Inspection and Replacement...... 70 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE...... 56 Water Separator Inspection and Service...... 72 TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT...... 58 Anode Replacement...... 74 MANUAL RELIEF VALVE...... 59 Propeller Replacement...... 75 ENGINE COVER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...... 59 STORAGE...... 76 Engine Oil Level Check...... 60 STORAGE PREPARATION...... 76 Engine Oil Change...... 60 Cleaning and Flushing...... 76 Oil Filter Change...... 61 Fuel...... 77 Engine Oil Recommendations...... 63 Engine Oil...... 79 Lubrication Points...... 64 HOISTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR...... 79 STORAGE PRECAUTIONS...... 80 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE...... 81

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TRANSPORTING...... 82 Star Label...... 100 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR Specifications...... 102 INSTALLED ON BOAT...... 82 CONSUMER INFORMATION...... 105 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR Honda Publications...... 105 REMOVED FROM BOAT...... 82 Customer Service Information...... 105 Distributors Limited Warranty - 2006...... 108 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS.... . 83 Emission Control System Warranty...... 112 FUSES...... 88 Electric Starter Will Not Operate...... 88 INDEX...... 116 Battery Will Not Charge...... 88 Fuse Replacement...... 88 WIRING DIAGRAMS...... Inside Back Cover OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT GOES OFF AND ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED...... 90 OVERHEAT INDICATOR COMES ON AND ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED...... 91 WATER SEPARATOR BUZZER SOUNDS...... 92 WATER SEPARATOR INDICATOR...... 92 SUBMERGED MOTOR...... 93

TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION.. . 95 TECHNICAL INFORMATION...... 95 Serial Number Locations...... 95 Oxygenated Fuels...... 96 Battery...... 97 Emission Control System Information...... 97

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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY Operator Responsibility Attach the emergency stop switch INFORMATION lanyard securely to the operator. It is the operator’s responsibility to Honda BF200A/BF225A outboard provide the necessary safeguards Always wear a PFD (Personal motors are designed for use with to protect people and property. Flotation Device) while on the boats that have a suitable Know how to stop the engine boat. manufacturer’s power quickly in case of emergency. recommendation. Other uses can Understand the use of all controls. Familiarize yourself with all laws result in injury to the operator or and regulations relating to boating damage to the outboard motor and Stop the engine immediately if and the use of outboard motors. other property. anyone falls overboard, and do not run the engine while the boat is Be sure that anyone who operates Most accidents can be prevented if near anyone in the water. the outboard motor receives proper you follow all instructions in this instruction. manual and on the outboard motor. Always stop the engine if you The most common hazards are must leave the controls for any Be sure the outboard motor is discussed below, along with the best reason. properly mounted on the boat. way to protect yourself and others. Do not remove the engine cover while the engine is running.

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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY

Refuel With Care Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Gasoline is extremely flammable, Exhaust gas contains poisonous and gasoline vapor can explode. carbon monoxide. Avoid inhalation Refuel outdoors, in a well- of exhaust gas. Never run the engine ventilated area, with the engine in a closed garage or confined area. stopped. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away.

Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank.

After refueling, tighten the filler cap securely. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine.

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OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY

SAFETY LABEL LOCATION

The label shown here contains important safety information. Please read it carefully. This label is considered a permanent part of your outboard motor. If the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact an authorized Honda marine dealer for a replacement. 9 05/01/10 14:01:54 31ZY2600_011

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CODES

Model BF200A BF225A

Type LA XA XCA XXA XXCA LA XA XCA XXA XXCA

20.0 in (508 mm)

Transom Height 25.0 in (635 mm)

30.0 in (762 mm)

Standard Rotating Propeller Shaft

Counterrotating Propeller Shaft

Power Trim/Tilt

Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications.

TYPE CODE (example) X C A

Destination A: America Rotating direction of propeller shaft C: Counterrotating propeller shaft None: Standard rotating propeller shaft Transom Height L: 20.0 in (508 mm), X: 25.0 in (635 mm), XX: 30.0 in (762 mm)

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS OIL FILLER CAP OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK (inside engine cover) ENGINE COVER POWER TILT SWITCH SPARK PLUG (under coil) ENGINE COVER LATCH COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR TILT LOCK LEVER

ENGINE OIL DRAIN BOLT STERN (inside cover) BRACKET FRAME SERIAL NUMBER ANODE MANUAL RELIEF VALVE FLUSH PORT ANODE ANODE CONNECTOR

ANTIVENTILATION GEAR OIL PLATE LEVEL PLUG TRIM TAB EXHAUST PORT/ WATER OUTLET PORT COOLING GEAR OIL DRAIN/FILL PLUG WATER INTAKE PORT PROPELLER 11 05/01/10 14:02:01 31ZY2600_013

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Remote Controls (optional equipment)

(SIDE-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL) (PANEL-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL)

GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER NEUTRAL CONTROL LEVER RELEASE LEVER NEUTRAL OIL PRESSURE RELEASE INDICATOR LEVER OVERHEAT POWER TRIM/TILT INDICATOR SWITCH FAST IDLE LEVER POWER TRIM/TILT SPARE SWITCH CLIP SWITCH IGNITION BUZZER SWITCH (inside) FAST IDLE BUTTON CONTROL LEVER FRICTION ADJUSTER

LANYARD EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH

SWITCH CLIP

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

(SINGLE TOP-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL) (DUAL TOP-MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL)

GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVERS POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH (RIGHT)

POWER TRIM/TILT POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH SWITCH (LEFT)

FAST IDLE BUTTON FAST IDLE BUTTON CONTROL PANEL (for TOP-MOUNT DUAL type) (for PANEL/TOP-MOUNT type) OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR BUZZER IGNITION OVERHEAT SWITCH INDICATOR

SWITCH CLIP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH LANYARD

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Trim Meter Tachometer Digital Speedometer (optional equipment) (optional equipment) (optional equipment)

Digital Tachometer (optional equipment)

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

CONTROLS Turning the ignition switch key to the The ignition switch can be used to START position starts the engine. start the engine only when the control Side Mount Type The key automatically returns to the lever (p.17 ) is in the N (neutral) ON position when released from the position, and the switch clip is in the Ignition Switch START position. emergency stop switch.

Turning the ignition switch to the OFF position stops the engine. ON START OFF IGNITION SWITCH

The ignition switch controls the ignition system and starter motor.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Switch Clip and Emergency Stop The switch clip must be inserted in Gearshift/Throttle Control Switch the emergency stop switch in order Lever for the engine to start and run. The EMERGENCY lanyard must be attached to the CONTROL LEVER STOP SWITCH operator’s PFD (Personal Flotation Device) or worn around the wrist as shown.

When used as described, the emergency stop switch and lanyard system stops the engine if the operator falls away from the controls. NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER A spare switch clip is stored in a slot LANYARD in the control housing (optional The gearshift/throttle control lever SWITCH CLIP equipment). controls engine speed and selects F (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gears.

LANYARD SWITCH CLIP

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Moving the control lever 30° from N (neutral) selects the gear, and further movement increases engine speed. N (NEUTRAL) 30° 30° The control lever automatically locks F (FORWARD) R (REVERSE) itself in the N (neutral) position. To SHIFT SHIFT move the lever out of the N (neutral) MINIMUM position, you must squeeze the MINIMUM neutral release lever on the underside THROTTLE OPENING of the lever handle. THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM A friction adjuster near the base of the control lever(s) adjusts the operating resistance of the control MAXIMUM lever(s).

Less friction allows easier control lever movement. More friction helps to hold a steady throttle setting while GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE cruising. CONTROL LEVER

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Fast Idle Lever N (neutral) Panel-Mount Type

MAXIMUM FAST IDLE Ignition Switch

ON START

LOWEST POSITION OFF

FAST IDLE LEVER IGNITION SWITCH KEY

The fast idle lever is only needed for The fast idle lever will not move The ignition switch controls the starting carbureted outboard models. unless the remote control lever is in ignition system and starter motor. The BF200A and BF225A models the N (neutral) position. Conversely, use programmed fuel injection so, the remote control lever will not this lever will not be needed for move unless the fast idle lever is in starting. the lowest position.

After the engine starts and if the Lower the fast idle lever to the outside temperature is below 41°F lowest position to decrease the fast (5°C), the fast idle lever can be used idle. to accelerate engine warm up.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Turning the ignition switch key to the Switch Clip and Emergency Stop The switch clip must be inserted in START position operates the starter Switch the emergency stop switch in order motor. The key automatically returns EMERGENCY for the engine to start and run. The to the ON position when released STOP SWITCH lanyard must be attached to the from the START position. operator’s PFD (Personal Flotation Device) or worn around the wrist as The ignition switch can be used to shown. operate the starter motor only when the control lever (p.21 ) is in the N When used as described, the (neutral) position, and the switch clip emergency stop switch and lanyard is in the emergency stop switch. system stops the engine if the operator falls away from the controls. Turning the ignition switch to the SWITCH CLIP OFF position stops the engine. LANYARD A spare switch clip (optional equipment) can be stored in the tool bag.

LANYARD SPARE SWITCH CLIP SWITCH CLIP (optional equipment)

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Fast Idle Button It is necessary to position the control Gearshift/Throttle Control leverinN(neutral)topushinthefast Lever N (neutral) idle button. F(forward) CONTROL LEVER R (reverse)

Pull up NEUTRAL NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER CONTROL RELEASE LEVER LEVER Push The gearshift/throttle control lever FAST IDLE BUTTON controls engine speed and selects F (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) gears. By moving the control lever forward or reverse when the fast idle button is pushed in, the throttle opening will be increased without engaging the gears.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Moving the control lever 35° from N (neutral) selects the gear, and further movement increases engine speed.

The control lever automatically locks N (NEUTRAL) itself in the N (neutral) position. To 35° 35° move the lever out of the N (neutral) F (FORWARD) R (REVERSE) position, you must squeeze the SHIFT SHIFT neutral release lever on the underside of the lever handle. MINIMUM MINIMUM A friction adjuster near the base of THROTTLE OPENING the control lever adjusts the operating THROTTLE OPENING resistance of the control lever. Refer to p.47 . MAXIMUM Less friction allows easier control lever movement. More friction helps to hold a steady throttle setting while MAXIMUM cruising.

GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Top-Mount Type Turning the ignition switch key to the Switch Clip and Emergency Stop START position operates the starter Switch Ignition Switch motor. The key automatically returns to the ON position when released EMERGENCY START from the START position. STOP ON SWITCH The ignition switch can be used to operate the starter motor only when OFF the control lever (p.24 ) is in the N (neutral) position, and the switch clip is in the emergency stop switch.

Turning the ignition switch to the OFF position stops the engine. IGNITION SWITCH CLIP SWITCH LANYARD KEY

The ignition switch controls the ignition system and starter motor.

LANYARD

SWITCH CLIP

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

The switch clip must be inserted in Fast Idle Button Gearshift/Throttle Control the emergency stop switch in order Lever for the engine to start and run. The N(neutral) SINGLE TYPE lanyard must be attached to the F(forward) operator’s PFD (Personal Flotation R (reverse) Device) or worn around the wrist as shown. CONTROL LEVER When used as described, the emergency stop switch and lanyard system stops the engine if the operator falls away from the controls. CONTROL LEVER DUAL TYPE A spare switch clip (optional equipment) can be stored in the tool bag. Push

FAST IDLE BUTTON By moving the control lever forward or reverse when the fast idle button is pushed in, the throttle opening will CONTROL be increased without engaging the LEVERS gears. SPARE SWITCH CLIP The gearshift/throttle control lever (optional equipment) It is necessary to position the control controls engine speed and selects F leverinN(neutral)topushinthefast (forward), N (neutral), or R (reverse) idle button. gears.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Moving the control lever 35° from N (neutral) selects the gear, and further N (NEUTRAL) movement increases engine speed. 35° 35° A friction adjuster inside the control F (FORWARD) R (REVERSE) box adjusts the operating resistance SHIFT SHIFT of the control lever(s).

Less friction allows easier control MINIMUM THROTTLE OPENING lever movement. More friction helps to hold a steady throttle setting while MINIMUM cruising. THROTTLE OPENING MAXIMUM

MAXIMUM

GEARSHIFT/THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Common Controls The power trim/tilt switch is located on the control lever. It is a rocker Power Trim/Tilt Switch switch with UP and DN (down) positions for changing the angle of (side-mount type) (top-mount type) the outboard motor.

SINGLE TYPE You can use the power trim/tilt POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH switch anytime whether the boat is underway, stopped, or the ignition CONTROL switch is in the OFF position. It is POWER LEVER necessary for the ignition switch to TRIM/TILT be in the ON position for the trim SWITCH CONTROL LEVER meter to indicate the motor angle. Trim the outboard motor to obtain (panel-mount type) the best performance and stability DUAL TYPE (p.49 ). POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH CONTROL LEVER (LEFT) (RIGHT) Tilt the outboard motor for shallow water operation, beaching, launching, or mooring.

For dual mount outboards, tilt them up at the same time.

CONTROL LEVER 25 05/01/10 14:03:21 31ZY2600_027

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Power Tilt Switch Manual Relief Valve Tilt Lock Lever TILT LOCK POWER TILT SWITCH MANUAL RELIEF VALVE LEVER FREE

LOCK POWER MANUAL (To fix) (To release)

The power tilt switch is located on The outboard motor can be tilted The tilt lock lever is used to support the engine pan. It is a rocker switch manually after opening the manual the outboard motor in the fully-raised with UP and DN (down) positions relief valve. This allows the outboard position. for changing the angle of the motor to be tilted when no battery is outboard motor. connected. When the boat is to be moored for a long time, tilt the outboard motor as The power tilt switch will operate far as it will go. Then move the tilt without turning the ignition switch lock lever to the LOCK position, and ON. gently lower the outboard motor until the lever contacts the stern bracket. This switch is used with the engine stopped to raise the outboard motor for mooring, trailering or maintenance. 26 05/01/10 14:03:28 31ZY2600_028

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Engine Cover Latch Trim Tab INSTRUMENTS

TIGHTENING Trim Meter ENGINE COVER BOLT LATCH (optional equipment)

UNLOCK

TRIM TAB

TRIM METER The engine cover latch fastens the The trim tab compensates for engine cover to the outboard motor. ‘‘torque steer,’’ which is a reaction of the outboard motor to propeller The trim meter has a range of- 4° to rotation. 16° and indicates the trim angle of the outboard motor. If uncompensated, torque steer would make the outboard motor tend to turn Refer to the trim meter when using to one side. the power trim/tilt switch to achieve the best performance from the boat. When the trim tab is correctly adjusted (p.58 ), steering effort is equal in either direction. 27 05/01/10 14:03:44 31ZY2600_029

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Tachometer Digital Tachometer Digital Speedometer (optional equipment) (optional equipment) (optional equipment)

TACHOMETER The tachometer shows engine speed Digital Tachometer includes the Digital Speedometer includes the in revolutions per minute. following functions. following functions. Tachometer Speedometer Refer to the tachometer when using Hour Meter Fuel level Meter the throttle and power trim/tilt Trim Meter Volt Meter controls to achieve the best Oil pressure Indicator Tripmeter performance from the boat. Overheat Indicator Fuel Integration Meter ACG Indicator Fuel Economy Meter PGM-FI Indicator Fuel Flow Meter Refer to the Operation Guide Water Separator Indicator included with each Digital Refer to the Operation Guide Tachometer for operation included with each Digital information. Speedometer for operation information. 28 05/01/10 14:03:51 31ZY2600_030

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

INDICATORS Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) Indicator Alternator (ACG) Indicator ACG INDICATOR PGM-FI INDICATOR

When the engine control system detects an PGM-FI malfunction, the The ACG indicator turns on and the PGM-FI indicator turns on and the buzzer sounds in one-second buzzer sounds at one-second intervals when the charging system is intervals. faulty. Under normal conditions when the ignition key is turned on the following will occur: 1. Both the PGM-FI indicator and ACG indicator will turn on. 2. The buzzer will beep twice. 3. The PGM-FI indicator will turn off shortly after the second beep. 4. The ACG indicator will turn off after the engine starts. 29 05/01/10 14:03:58 31ZY2600_031

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Oil Pressure Indicator When the oil pressure indicator is lit, Overheat Indicator oil pressure is OK. (side-mount type) (side-mount type) If oil pressure becomes low, the indicator will go off, and the engine protection system will limit engine speed. Refer to TAKING CARE OF (GREEN) UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS, on p. (RED) 90.

All models are equipped with a buzzer that sounds continuously when the oil pressure indicator goes (panel-mount/top-mount types)off. (panel-mount/top-mount types)

(GREEN) Low oil pressure indicates that the (RED) engine oil level is low, or that there is a problem with the engine lubrication system.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

When the alert triggers, the overheat Cooling System Indicator OTHER FEATURES indicator comes on and the buzzer sounds a steady tone as the engine COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR Water Separator Buzzer speed is reduced to 1,800 rpm. If the condition persists for another 20 The water separator buzzer sounds a seconds, the engine shuts off. Refer rapid, repeating signal when water to TAKING CARE OF has accumulated in the water UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS, on p. separator. 91.

All models are equipped with a buzzer that sounds a steady tone when the overheat indicator comes Water should flow from the cooling on. system indicator while the engine is running. This shows that water is Engine overheating may be the result circulating through the cooling of clogged water intakes. system.

If water stops flowing while the engine is running, it indicates a cooling system problem, such as clogged water intakes, which will cause engine overheating.

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Overrev Limiter Anodes Fuel Priming Bulb

The engine is equipped with an UP overrev limiter to prevent the ANODE (each side) OUTLET END possibility of mechanical damage (motor) from excessive engine speed.

The overrev limiter may be activated during operation, limiting engine speed, if the outboard motor is trimmed or tilted excessively, or PRIMING BULB when propeller ventilation occurs ANODE (stern bracket) during a sharp turn. INLET END (tank) If the overrev limiter is activated, The anodes are made of a sacrificial A priming bulb is built into the fuel check the trim angle of the outboard material that helps to protect the hose that connects the fuel tank to the motor. outboard motor from corrosion. outboard motor.

Check to see if the correct propeller There are two anodes on the gear Before starting the engine, hold the is installed. case, one on the stern bracket, and priming bulb up in the direction of four small anodes in the water the arrow, then squeeze the priming passages of the engine block. bulb until it feels firm. This will ensure that fuel is supplied to the engine (p.36 ).

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BEFORE OPERATION

ARE YOU READY TO GET Safety UNDER WAY? Always wear a PFD (Personal Improperly maintaining Your safety is your responsibility. A Flotation Device) while on the boat. this outboard motor, or little time spent in preparation will failing to correct a problem significantly reduce your risk of Attach the emergency stop switch before operation, can cause injury. lanyard securely to your PFD or to a malfunction in which you your wrist. could be seriously hurt or Knowledge killed. IS YOUR OUTBOARD Read and understand this manual. MOTOR READY TO GO? Always perform a Know what the controls do and how preoperation inspection to operate them. For your safety, and to maximize the before each operation, and service life of your equipment, it is correct any problem. Familiarize yourself with the very important to take a few outboard motor and its operation moments before you operate the before you get under way. Know outboard motor to check its condition. Before beginning your preoperation what to do in case of emergencies. Be sure to take care of any problem checks, be sure the ignition switch is you find, or have your authorized in the OFF position. Familiarize yourself with all laws Honda marine dealer correct it, and regulations relating to boating before you operate the outboard and the use of outboard motors. motor.

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BEFORE OPERATION

Safety Inspection Maintenance Inspection Check the water separator for water contamination (p.72 ). Look around the outboard motor Check the engine oil level (p.60 ). for signs of oil or gasoline leaks. Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage. Check that the fuel hose is undamaged and properly Check to be sure the propeller is connected. undamaged, and the castle nut is secured with the cotter pin (p.75 ). Wipe up any spills before starting the engine. Check that the anodes are securely attached to the gear case (p.74 ) Check the stern bracket to be sure and are not excessively worn. The the outboard motor is securely anodes help to protect the outboard installed. motor from corrosion.

Check that all controls are Make sure the tool kit is onboard operating properly. (p.55 ). Replace any missing items.

Replace any damaged parts. Check the fuel level in the fuel tank (p.68 ). Check that all fasteners are in place and securely tightened. Check that the battery fluid is between the upper and lower levels, and the battery leads are connected securely.

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OPERATION

SAFE OPERATING BREAK-IN PROCEDURE Next 60 minutes: PRECAUTIONS Run the engine up to a maximum of Break-in period: 10 hours 4,000 to 5,000 rpm, which is about To safely realize the full potential of 50% to 80% of maximum throttle this outboard motor, you need a Proper break-in operation allows the opening. complete understanding of its moving parts to wear in smoothly for operation and a certain amount of best performance and long service Short full-throttle bursts are OK, but practice with its controls. life. do not operate the engine continuously at full throttle. Before operating the outboard motor First 15 minutes: for the first time, please review the Run the engine at trolling speed. Use For boats that plane easily, bring the IMPORTANT SAFETY the minimum throttle opening boat up on plane, and then reduce the INFORMATION on page7 and the necessary to operate the boat at a safe throttle opening to the recommended chapter titled BEFORE OPERATION. trolling speed. rpm range.

For your safety, avoid starting or Next 45 minutes: Next 8 hours: operating the engine in an enclosed Run the engine up to a maximum of Do not run the engine at full throttle area. Your engine’s exhaust contains 2,000 to 3,000 rpm, which is about for more than 5 minutes at a time. poisonous carbon monoxide gas 10% to 30% of maximum throttle which can collect rapidly in an opening. enclosed area and cause illness or death.

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OPERATION

FUEL PRIMING

Gasoline is highly UP OUTLET END flammable and explosive. (motor) You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. PRIMING BULB Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame INLET END away. (tank) Handle fuel only outdoors. Hold the priming bulb up in the Wipe up spills direction of the arrow, then squeeze immediately. the priming bulb several times until it feels firm, indicating that fuel has reached the engine.

Check to be sure there are no fuel leaks before starting the engine.

Do not squeeze the priming bulb when the engine is running.

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STARTING THE ENGINE The engine will not start or run, unless the clip is in the switch. Side Mount Type N(neutral) EMERGENCY The emergency stop switch clip STOP SWITCH and lanyard system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away from the controls while operating the boat.

Always attach the lanyard to your CONTROL PFD, or to your wrist, before LEVER starting the engine.

SWITCH CLIP LANYARD

1. Put the emergency stop switch clip 2. Set the control lever in the N in the emergency stop switch, and (neutral) position. attach the lanyard to your PFD (Personal Flotation Device) or to The engine will not start if the F your wrist, as shown. (forward) or R (reverse) gears are engaged.

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ON START OFF Using the electric starter f or more than 5 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can LOWEST damage it. POSITION Turning the ignition switch key to the START position while the engine is running can damage the starter motor and f lywheel. IGNITION SWITCH KEY FAST IDLE RANGE

3.Leave the fast idle lever in the 4. Turn the ignition switch key to the OFF (fully lowered) position. START position and hold it there until the engine starts. Fast idle lever cannot be raised unless the control lever is in the N When the engine starts, release the (neutral) position. key, allowing it to return to the ON position. The control lever cannot be moved away from the N (neutral) position If the engine fails to start within 5 unless the fast idle lever is lowered. seconds, release the key and wait at least 10 seconds before operating the starter again.

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6. If the fast idle lever was used to warm up the engine, gradually MAXIMUM FAST IDLE If the engine is not properly lower the lever as the engine warmed-up bef ore raising the engine warms up. FAST IDLE RANGE speed, the buzzer and overheat indicator may activate, and the When the fast idle lever is fully engine speed will be automatically lowered, the control lever can be reduced. moved away from the N (neutral) position. During the warm-up period, check the oil pressure indicator (p.30 ), overheat indicator (p.30 ), and cooling system indicator (p.31 ).

5. Before getting under way, allow If the indicators show any the engine to warm up sufficiently abnormal condition, immediately to ensure good performance. stop the engine and determine the cause of the problem. Refer to Above 41°F (5°C), warm up the TAKING CARE OF engine for 2 or 3 minutes. UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS from p.83 . Below 41°F (5°C), warm up the engine for at least 10 minutes at 2,000 rpm. Raise the fast idle lever to achieve approximately 2,000 rpm.

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Panel-Mount Type The engine will not start or run, unless the clip is in the switch. N (neutral) EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH The emergency stop switch clip and lanyard system is a safety device that will stop the engine if you fall away from the controls while operating the boat. CONTROL Always attach the lanyard to your LEVER PFD, or to your wrist, before starting the engine. SWITCH CLIP LANYARD 1. Put the emergency stop switch clip 2. Set the control lever in the N in the emergency stop switch, and (neutral) position. attach the lanyard to your PFD (Personal Flotation Device) or to The engine will not start if the F your wrist, as shown. (forward) or R (reverse) gears are engaged.

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START N (neutral) ON Using the electric starter f or more than 5 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can OFF damage it.

Turning the ignition switch key to the START position while the engine is running can damage the CONTROL IGNITION LEVER SWITCH starter motor and f lywheel. KEY FAST IDLE BUTTON

3. Turn the ignition switch key to the 4. Before getting under way, allow START position and hold it there the engine to warm up sufficiently until the engine starts. to ensure good performance.

When the engine starts, release the Above 41°F (5°C), warm up the key, allowing it to return to the ON engine for 2 or 3 minutes. position. Below 41°F (5°C), warm up the If the engine fails to start within 5 engine for at least 10 minutes at seconds, release the key and wait 2,000 rpm. Push the fast idle at least 10 seconds before button then move the control lever operating the starter again. forward or reverse to open the throttle and achieve approximately 2,000 rpm. 41 05/01/10 14:05:19 31ZY2600_043

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Top-Mount Type The engine will not start or run, unless the clip is in the switch. EMERGENCY STOP If the engine is not properly SWITCH warmed-up bef ore raising the engine The emergency stop switch clip speed, the buzzer and overheat and lanyard system is a safety indicator may activate, and the device that will stop the engine if engine speed will be automatically you fall away from the controls reduced. while operating the boat.

During the warm-up period, check Always attach the lanyard to your the oil pressure indicator (p.30 ), PFD, or to your wrist, before overheat indicator (p.30 ), and starting the engine. cooling system indicator (p.31 ). SWITCH CLIP LANYARD

If the indicators show any 1. Put the switch clip in the abnormal condition, immediately emergency stop switch, and attach stop the engine and determine the the lanyard to your PFD (Personal cause of the problem. Refer to Flotation Device) or to your wrist, TAKING CARE OF as shown. UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS from p.83 .

5. If the fast idle control was used to warm up the engine, gradually return the control lever to the N (neutral) position as the engine warms up.

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START N (neutral) ON Using the electric starter f or more than 5 seconds at a time will overheat the starter motor and can OFF damage it.

Turning the ignition switch key to the START position while the CONTROL engine is running can damage the LEVER IGNITION starter motor and f lywheel. SWITCH KEY

2. Set the control lever in the N 3. Turn the ignition switch key to the (neutral) position. START position and hold it there until the engine starts. The engine will not start if the F (forward) or R (reverse) gears are When the engine starts, release the engaged. key, allowing it to return to the ON position.

If the engine fails to start within 5 seconds, release the key and wait at least 10 seconds before operating the starter again.

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N (neutral) STOPPING THE ENGINE

If the engine is not properly Emergency Engine Stopping warmed-up bef ore raising the engine speed, the buzzer and overheat Side Mount Type indicator may activate, and the CONTROL EMERGENCY LEVER engine speed will be automatically STOP SWITCH reduced. LANYARD During the warm-up period, check the oil pressure indicator (p.30 ), overheat indicator (p.30 ), and cooling system indicator (p.31 ). FAST IDLE BUTTON PULL 4. Before getting under way, allow If the indicators show any the engine to warm up sufficiently abnormal condition, immediately SWITCH CLIP to ensure good performance. stop the engine and determine the cause of the problem. Refer to Panel Mount/Top Mount Types Above 41°F (5°C), warm up the TAKING CARE OF EMERGENCY engine for 2 or 3 minutes. UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS CONTROL PANEL from p.83 . STOP SWITCH Below 41°F (5°C), warm up the LANYARD engine for at least 10 minutes at 5. If the fast idle control was used to PULL 2,000 rpm. Push the fast idle warm up the engine, gradually button then move the control lever return the control lever to the N forward or reverse to open the (neutral) position as the engine throttle and achieve approximately warms up. 2,000 rpm. SWITCH CLIP 44 05/01/10 14:05:38 31ZY2600_046

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To stop the engine in an emergency, Normal Engine Stopping Top Mount Type pull the clip out of the emergency stop switch by pulling the lanyard. Side Mount Type N (neutral) N (neutral) We suggest that you stop the engine this way occasionally to verify that the engine and emergency stop switch are operating properly. CONTROL LEVER CONTROL LEVER

1. Move the control lever(s) to the N Panel Mount Type (neutral) position. N (neutral)

CONTROL LEVER

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Side Mount Type 3. When the boat is not in use, GEARSHIFT AND remove and store the ignition key THROTTLE OPERATION andtheemergencystopswitchclip and lanyard. Side Mount Type

CONTROL LEVER

OFF

IGNITION KEY

NEUTRAL Panel Mount/Top Mount Types RELEASE LEVER

N (neutral)

OFF

F(forward) R (reverse) IGNITION KEY

2. Turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position.

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Panel Mount TypeTo shift gears, move the control lever Side Mount Type to select F (forward), N (neutral) and R (reverse) gears. N (neutral) F(forward) The control lever cannot be moved R (reverse) TO INCREASE from the N (neutral) position unless FRICTION the neutral release lever is squeezed (side-mount/panel-mount types).

Moving the control lever beyond the gear selection range increases engine THROTTLE CONTROL speed. FRICTION TO DECREASE LEVER ADJUSTER FRICTION

Top Mount Type Panel-Mount Type N (neutral) F(forward) CONTROL LEVER R (reverse) FRICTION ADJUSTER

TO INCREASE FRICTION

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OPERATION

Top Mount Type STEERING

Steer the boat in the same manner as an automobile.

TO INCREASE FRICTION

TO DECREASE FRICTION

CONTROL LEVER FRICTION ADJUSTER

Adjust the throttle friction adjuster so the control lever will hold a constant throttle setting while cruising.

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OPERATION

CRUISING motor. antiventilation plate is level with the water. Engine Speed Trim When cruising into a high wind, trim For best fuel economy, limit the Use the power trim/tilt switch to trim the outboard motor down slightly to throttle opening to 80%. Use the the outboard motor for the best level the boat and improve stability. throttle friction control (p.47 , 48 ) performance and stability. With a tail wind, trim the outboard to help you hold a steady speed. motor up slightly. You can use the power trim/tilt For rough water conditions or large switch at any time, whether the boat waves, slow down to prevent the is under way or stopped. Excessive trim/tilt angle during propeller from rising out of the water. operation can cause propeller Press the UP or DN (down) side of ventilation, overheating, and water The engine is equipped with an the switch to adjust the angle of the pump damage. overrev limiter to prevent the outboard motor. possibility of mechanical damage from excessive engine speed. Refer to the trim meter (p.27 ) for an indication of whether the motor is If, for example, the outboard motor trimmed high or low. is tilted excessively, or propeller ventilation occurs during a sharp turn, It is necessary to trim the angle of the the engine may overrev, activating outboard motor to compensate for the overrev limiter. changes in boat load, weight distribution, water conditions, or If engine speed becomes unstable at propeller selection. high speed due to activation of the overrev limiter, reduce speed and Under normal conditions, the boat check the trim angle of the outboard will perform best when the 49 05/01/10 14:06:10 31ZY2600_051

OPERATION

Side Mount Type Top Mount Type MOTOR MOTOR (single type) TRIMMED TOO TRIMMED TOO LOW HIGH POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH

MOTOR TRIMMED CORRECTLY

BOW TOO LOW DUE TO Panel Mount Type (dual type) 1. LOAD IN THE FRONT 2. MOTOR TRIMMED TOO LOW POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH (LEFT) (RIGHT)

BOW TOO HIGH DUE TO 1. LOAD IN THE REAR 2. MOTOR TRIMMED TOO HIGH

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If steering effort is not equal in both SHALLOW WATER MOORING, BEACHING, directions, adjust the trim tab to OPERATION LAUNCHING compensate for ‘‘torque steer,’’ which is the reaction of the outboard When operating in shallow water, use To raise the outboard motor out of motor to propeller rotation. the power trim/tilt switch (p. 49 - the water while the engine is stopped TIGHTENING BOLT 50 ) to tilt the outboard motor, so the and the boat is moored, or for propeller and gear case won’t hit the maximum clearance when beaching bottom. or launching, use the power tilt switch on the engine pan to tilt the Proceed at low speed, and monitor outboard motor as far as it will go, water flow from the cooling system move the tilt lock lever to the LOCK indicator (p.31 ) to be sure the position, then gently lower the outboard motor is not tilted so high outboard motor until the lever that the water intakes are out of the contacts the stern bracket. water. TRIM TAB If more clearance is needed to swing the tilt lock lever into the LOCK An excessive trim/tilt angle during position, rock the outboard motor Adjust the trim tab with the engine operation can cause propeller forward slightly by pulling on the stopped. Loosen the bolt above the ventilation, overheating, and water engine cover grip. trim tab, turn the trim tab, then pump damage. This type of damage tighten the bolt securely. is not covered by the Distributor’s To lower the outboard motor, tilt up, Limited Warranty (p.108 ). move the tilt lock lever to the FREE When the trim tab is correctly position, then lower the outboard adjusted, steering effort will be equal motor to the desired position. in both directions.

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For manual tilting, use a screwdriver POWER TILT SWITCH to turn the valve counterclockwise 1 Do not attempt to use the power tilt or 2 turns. Close the valve firmly switch to tilt the outboard motor after positioning the engine. down while the tilt lock lever is in the lock position. Damage to the power Be sure the valve is closed before tilt system may occur. operating the outboard motor. If the valve is not closed, the outboard MANUAL RELIEF VALVE motor will tilt up when operated in reverse.

TILT LOCK LEVER (Lock position) MANUAL (To release) FREE

POWER (To fix) The outboard motor can also be tilted manually after opening the manual LOCK relief valve. This feature enables the outboard motor to be tilted or lowered when no battery is connected.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF To help you properly care for your Remember that your authorized MAINTENANCE outboard motor, the following pages Honda marine dealer knows your include a maintenance schedule, outboard motor best and is fully Good maintenance is essential for routine inspection procedures, and equipped to maintain and repair it. safe, economical, and trouble-free simple maintenance procedures using operation. It will also help reduce air basic hand tools. Other service tasks To ensure the best quality and pollution. that are more difficult, or require reliability, use only new, genuine special tools, are best handled by Honda parts or their equivalents for professionals and are normally repair and replacement. performed by a Honda technician or Improperly maintaining other qualified mechanic. Maintenance, replacement, or this outboard motor, or repair of the emission control failure to correct a problem The maintenance schedule applies to devices and systems may be before operation, can cause normal operating conditions. If you performed by any marine engine a malfunction in which you operate your outboard motor under repair establishment or individual, could be seriously hurt or unusual conditions, consult an using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to killed. authorized Honda marine dealer for EPA standards. recommendations applicable to your Always follow the individual needs and use. inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual.

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MAINTENANCE SAFETY Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the Some of the most important safety Make sure the engine is off before tools and skills required. precautions follow. However, we you begin any maintenance or cannot warn you of every repairs. This will eliminate several To reduce the possibility of fire or conceivable hazard that can arise in potential hazards: explosion, be careful when performing maintenance. Only you working around gasoline. Use only can decide whether or not you should -Carbon monoxide poisoning a nonflammable solvent, not perform a given task. from engine exhaust. gasoline, to clean parts. Keep Be sure there is adequate cigarettes, sparks, and flames away ventilation whenever you from all fuel-related parts. operate the engine. Failure to properly follow Wear gloves when handling the maintenance instructions -Burns from hot parts. propeller to protect your hands and precautions can cause Let the engine and exhaust from sharp edges. you to be seriously hurt or system cool before touching. killed. -Injury from moving parts. Always follow the Do not run the engine unless procedures and instructed to do so. precautions in the owner’s manual.

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TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL SPARE EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH CLIP (optional equipment)

14× 17 mm WRENCH SPARK PLUG WRENCH

10× 12 mm WRENCH 19 mm EYE WRENCH TOOL BAG

8 mm WRENCH 16× 17 mm BOX WRENCH

OIL CHECK PLIERS SCREWDRIVER OWNER’S MANUAL FUSE PULLER FLAT SCREWDRIVER

6 mm HEX. WRENCH SCREWDRIVER HANDLE PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

The tool kit can be used for simple maintenance procedures and emergency Always carry a spare emergency stop repairs. Keep these items on the boat, so they will always be available if you switch clip onboard. The spare clip need them. may either be stored in the tool bag or in an easily accessible location on If your tool kit needs replacement, it is not available as a kit and each item the boat. must be ordered individually.

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TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT

The trim tab compensates for ‘‘torque steer’’ which is a reaction of the outboard motor to propeller TIGHTENING BOLT TIGHTENING BOLT rotation. LEFT RIGHT If uncompensated, torque steer would make the outboard motor tend to turn to one side.

When the trim tab is correctly adjusted, steering effort is equal in either direction. TRIM TAB TRIM TAB

If steering effort is unequal, loosen the trim tab bolt and adjust the angle of the trim tab. Retighten the trim tab bolt securely. If less effort is required to make left If less effort is required to make right turns, move the back of the trim tab turns, move the back of the trim tab left. right.

Adjust the trim tab in small increments, and retest steering effort with the boat evenly loaded and running at cruising speed.

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MANUAL RELIEF VALVE ENGINE COVER REMOVAL To remove the engine cover, pull the AND INSTALLATION engine cover latch to the unlocked MANUAL RELIEF VALVE position, then lift the engine cover straight up from the outboard motor. ENGINE COVER LATCH To install the engine cover, place the cover on the outboard motor, and push down evenly.

Lubricate the engine cover rubber POWER MANUAL (To fix) (To release) sealing ring with silicone spray to make installation easier. The outboard motor can be tilted manually after opening the manual The cover should be tight at the mid- relief valve. This feature enables the case point. If the cover is loose or outboard motor to be tilted or difficult to secure, an adjustment lowered when no battery is connected. may be necessary. Please see the shop manual or your Honda dealer For manual tilting, use a screwdriver for adjustment. to turn the valve counterclockwise 1 or 2 turns. Close the valve firmly after positioning the outboard motor.

Be sure the valve is closed before operating the outboard motor. If the valve is not closed, the outboard The engine cover latch fastens the motor will tilt up when operated in engine cover to the outboard motor. reverse. 59 05/01/10 14:07:21 31ZY2600_061

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Engine Oil Level CheckOIL FILLER CAP Engine Oil Change

Check the engine oil level with the An engine oil evacuation/filling engine stopped and the outboard device may be used to remove/add motor in the vertical position. the engine oil.

1. Unlock and remove the engine Drain the used oil while the engine is cover (p.59 ). warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely. 2. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. 1. Unlock and remove the engine cover (p.59 ).

4. If the oil level is low, remove the DRAIN PLUG SCREW UPPER oil filler cap, and add oil to reach LIMIT the upper limit mark shown on the dipstick. Use the oil recommended on p.63 . LOWER LIMIT Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage. OIL LEVEL DIPSTICK 5. Install the oil filler cap and tighten 3. Insert the dipstick all the way in, it securely. Do not overtighten. DRAIN PLUG COVER then remove it and check the oil 2. Remove the screw from the oil level shown on the dipstick. 6. Install and lock the engine cover. drain plug cover, and remove the cover. 60 05/01/10 14:07:30 31ZY2600_062

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SEALING WASHER 9. Install and lock the engine cover.

Improper disposal of engine oil Oil Filter Change can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please 1. Drain the engine oil, and reinstall dispose of the used oil properly. the drain plug and oil drain cover GUIDE Put it in a sealed container, and (see Engine Oil Change on p.60 ). take it to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin, dump 2. Tilt the outboard motor, and place it on the ground or down a drain. a suitable container below the oil drain guide to catch the used oil. DRAIN PLUG COVER 6. Install the oil drain plug cover and DRAIN PLUG secure it with the screw. 3. Use a suitable tool to remove the oil filter, and throughly drain the 3. Set the drain plug cover under the 7. With the outboard motor in a filter into the used oil container. guide. vertical position, fill to the upper limit mark on the dipstick (p.60 ) 4. Place a suitable container below with the recommended oil. the oil drain guide to catch the Engine oil refill capacity: used oil, then remove the oil filler Without oil filter change: cap and the drain plug. 8.0 US qt (7.6 ) With oil filter change: 5. Allow the used oil to drain 8.2 US qt (7.8 ) completely. Use a new sealing washer then reinstall the engine oil 8. Install the oil filler cap and tighten drain plug and washer. Tighten the it securely. drain plug securely.

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USE A SUITABLE TOOL 4. Clean the oil filter mounting base, 7. Start the engine and check for and coat the gasket of the new oil leaks. OIL FILTER filter with clean engine oil.

Running the engine without water Use only a genuine Honda oil can cause serious engine damage. f ilter or a f ilter of equivalent If you are changing the oil f ilter quality specif ied f or your model. while the outboard motor is out of Using the wrong f ilter, or a non- the water, use commercially Honda f ilter which is not of available Ear-muf f s and a hose to equivalent quality, may cause supply water. engine damage. 8. Stop the engine, and check the oil OIL DRAIN GUIDE 5. Screw on the new filter by hand level as described on page60 . If until it contacts the engine, then necessary, add oil to bring the oil use a suitable tool to tighten the level to the upper limit mark on the filter an additional 7/8 turn. dipstick.

OIL FILTER TIGHTENING TORQUE: 16 lbf·ft (22 N·m , 2.2 kgf·m)

6. Return the outboard motor to the vertical position, and fill the crankcase with the specified RUBBER SEAL amount (p.61 ) of the recommended oil.

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Engine Oil Recommendations The SAE oil viscosity and service classification are in the API label on Oil is a major factor affecting the oil container. Honda recommends performance and service life. Use that you use API SERVICE category 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. SG, SH, SJ or SL oil with the ‘‘starburst’’ certification mark SAE Viscosity Grade displayed on the container.

AMBIENT TEMPERATURE

SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use.

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Lubrication Points THROTTLE ARM/SHIFT Apply marine anticorrosion grease to the following parts: ENGINE COVER ARM SHAFT Lubrication interval: LATCH (each side) After the first 20 hours or 1 month, then every 100 hours THROTTLE REEL or 6 months. (Refer to the maintenance schedule page 56 ).

Apply anticorrosion oil to pivot surf aces where grease cannot penetrate. SHIFT ARM/ CLICK ROLLER/ NEUTRAL PIT THRUST RECEIVER SWITCH (each side)

TILT SHAFT

PROPELLER SHAFT SWIVEL TILT LOCK LEVER/SHAFT Apply Honda Marine Corrosion Inhibitor (or equivalent) to all areas under the engine cover and any exposed metal surfaces except the belts. 64 05/01/10 14:07:55 31ZY2600_066

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Spark Plug Service Do not adjust the spark plug gap. RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUGS: If the gap is out of specification, WIRE IGNITION COIL IZFR6F11 (NGK) replace the spark plug with a new CONNECTOR VKJ20RZ-M11 (DENSO) one.

1. Disconnect the battery negative Incorrect spark plugs can cause (- ) terminal. engine damage. This outboard motor uses spark plugs 2. Unlock and remove the engine that have an iridium coated center cover (p.59 ). electrode. Be sure to observe the BOLT following when servicing the spark SPECIAL SPECIAL plugs. SCREWS SCREWS Do not clean the spark plugs. If an 4. Disconnect the wire connector electrode is contaminated with from the ignition coil by pushing accumulated objects or dirt, on the lock tab and pulling on the replace the spark plug with a new connector. Pull on the plastic one. connector, not the wires. Use only a ‘‘wire-type feeler gauge’’ to check the spark plug 5. Use a 6 mm hex. wrench to gap if necessary. To prevent R.ENGINE UNDER remove the bolt holding the damaging the iridium coating of COVER ignition coil. Remove the ignition the center electrode, never use a L.ENGINE UNDER COVER coil by pulling it up slightly. ‘‘leaf-type feeler gauge.’’ 3. Remove the twenty special screws, and remove the R. and L. engine Do not strike or drop the ignition under covers. coil, or it may be damaged and require replacement. 65 05/01/10 14:08:01 31ZY2600_067

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SPARK PLUG 9. Install the spark plugs carefully, WRENCH 0.039- 0.051 in by hand, to avoid cross-threading. (1.00- 1.30 mm) 10. After each spark plug seats, tighten with a spark plug wrench supplied in the tool kit to compress the sealing washer. SEALING WASHER If reinstalling used spark plugs, 19 mm EYE tighten 1/8 - 1/4 turn after the WRENCH spark plugs seat. 6.Remove the spark plugs with a 7. Inspect the spark plugs. Replace If installing new spark plugs, sparkplugwrenchand19mm them if the electrodes are worn, or tighten 1/2 turn after the spark wrench. if the insulators are cracked or plugs seat. chipped.

8. Measure the spark plug electrode Loose spark plugs can overheat gap with a wire-type feeler gauge. and damage the engine. The gap should be 0.039- 0.051 Overtightening the spark plugs inches (1.00- 1.30 mm). If the can damage the threads in the gap is out of the specification, cylinder head. replace the plug with a new one. Never try to readjust the gap.

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11. Install the ignition coil. Reinstall the bolt.

12. Push the wire connector onto the ignition coil. Make sure it locks in place.

13. Repeat this procedure for the other five spark plugs.

14. Reinstall the covers. When reinstalling the covers, make sure not to jam the wire harnesses between the covers and engine case.

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REFUELING Never refill the fuel tank inside a building where gasoline fumes may Check the fuel level and refill if Gasoline is highly reach flames or sparks. Keep neccessary. Do not fill the fuel tank flammable and explosive. gasoline away from appliance pilot above the UPPER LIMIT. Refer to lights, barbecues, electric appliances, the boat manufacturer’s instructions. You can be burned or power tools, etc. seriously injured when handling fuel. Spilled fuel is not only a fire hazard, Stop the engine and keep it causes environmental damage. heat, sparks, and flame Wipe up spills immediately. away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS

Use unleaded gasoline with a pump Running the engine with persistent octane rating of 86 or higher. spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage. Your outboard motor is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline. Running the engine with persistent Unleaded gasoline produces fewer spark knock or pinging is misuse, engine and spark plug deposits and and the Distributor’s Limited extends exhaust system life. Warranty (p.108 ) does not cover parts damaged by misuse. Never use stale or contaminated For information regarding gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. oxygenated fuels, please refer to Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel page96 . tank.

Occasionally you may hear a light ‘‘spark knock’’ or ‘‘pinging’’ (metallic rapping noise) while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for concern.

If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed, under normal load, change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging persists, see an authorized Honda marine dealer.

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Fuel Filter Inspection and Replacement Gasoline is highly The fuel filter (inside the strainer flammable and explosive. ENGINE COVER LATCH cup) is located below the engine oil filter. You can be burned or seriously injured when Water or sediment accumulated in handling fuel. the filter can cause loss of power or Stop the engine and keep hard starting. To prevent engine heat, sparks, and flame malfunction, inspect the filter and away. replace when necessary. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. 1. Remove the engine cover.

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5. Thoroughly clean the strainer cup, ENGINE OIL FILTER SCREW (3) and replace with a new fuel filter.

6. Reassemble the strainer body and the cup. STRAINER TIGHTENING TORQUE: 3.4 N·m (0.35 kgf·m , 2.5 lbf·ft)

7. Install the suspension strap to the fuel strainer. FUEL HOSES FUEL FILTER (inside strainer cup) SUSPENSION STRAP 8. Alignthe‘‘ I ’’ markonthe suspension strap as shown below 2. Looking through the translucent 3. Remove the suspension strap from and install the fuel strainer to the strainer cup, check the fuel filter the strainer bracket, then remove bracket. for water accumulation or the strainer assembly from the FUEL STRAINER sediment. strap. Before removing the fuel filter, to prevent fuel leakage, place fuel hose clamps on the fuel hoses on each side of the fuel filter.

4. Remove the three screws and separate the fuel strainer cup from the strainer body.

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8. Prime the engine using the priming Water Separator Inspection and bulb (refer to page36 ). Check for Service fuel leaks. Repair any fuel leaks if Gasoline is highly necessary. flammable and explosive.

If loss of power or hard starting are You can be burned or found to be caused by excessive seriously injured when water or sediment accumulation in handling fuel. the fuel filter, inspect the fuel tank. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame Clean the fuel tank and tank filter if away. necessary. It may be necessary to Handle fuel only drain the fuel tank completely and outdoors. refill with fresh gasoline. WATER SEPARATOR Wipe up spills immediately. The water separator is located beside the oil level dipstick. Water accumulation in the water separator can cause loss of power or hard starting. Check the water separator periodically. Clean it or consult with an authorized Honda marine dealer for cleaning.

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4. Remove the three screws and SUSPENSION STRAP WATER SEPARATOR separate the water separator cup FUEL TUBES from the body.

5. Thoroughly clean the water separator cup.

6. Reassemble the water separator body and the cup. TIGHTENING TORQUE: 3.4 N·m (0.35 kgf·m , 2.5 lbf·ft) SUSPENSION ‘‘I’’ MARK STRAP SCREW (3) 7. Alignthe‘‘ I ’’ markonthe suspension strap as shown below 1. Remove the engine cover (p.59 ). and install the water separator to If the buzzer sounds or water or the bracket. sediment accumulation are found to 2. Remove the suspension strap from be caused by excessive water or the water separator bracket. 8. Squeeze and release the priming sediment accumulation in the fuel bulb to fill the vapor separator, and filter, inspect the fuel tank. 3. Pinch the fuel tubes with tube clips check for leaks. to prevent fuel leakage. Clean the fuel tank and tank filter if necessary. It may be necessary to drain the fuel tank completely and refill with fresh gasoline.

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Anode Replacement

Painting or coating the anodes will def eat their purpose and will lead to rust and corrosion damage to the outboard motor. The anodes must be exposed to the water in order to protect the outboard motor. ANODE (stern bracket)

ANODE (each side) The anodes are located on each side of the gearcase. They are made of a sacrificial material that helps to protect the outboard motor from corrosion.

Replace the anodes when they have been reduced to about half their original size, or if they are crumbling.

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Propeller Replacement Installation

Before replacing the propeller, Some propeller brands require Install the thrust washer with the remove the clip from the engine stop specific mounting hardware. Refer to grooved side toward the gear case. switch to prevent any possibility of your specific propeller manufacturer’s the engine being started while you instructions for proper installation. Use a genuine Honda cotter pin are working with the propeller. and bend the pin ends as shown. 1. Apply marine grade grease to the The propeller blades may have sharp propeller shaft and beveled surface edges, so wear heavy gloves to of the thrust washer. protect your hands. 2. Install the propeller in the reverse Operating the outboard motor at order of removal. higher altitudes will reduce available power. This may require decreasing the propeller pitch to maintain correct engine RPM. WASHER Removal

1. Remove the cotter pin, unscrew the castle nut, remove the washer, COTTER PIN then remove the propeller and MARINE GREASE thrust washer. CASTLE NUT 2. Inspect the propeller shaft for any THRUST WASHER fishing line or debris. PROPELLER 75 05/01/10 14:09:01 31ZY2600_077

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STORAGE PREPARATION Cleaning

Proper storage preparation is Wash the outside of the outboard essential for keeping your outboard motor with clean, fresh water, and motor troublefree and looking good. flush the cooling system as follows. The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing Flushing With a Garden Hose your outboard motor’s function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use the Do not run the motor when f lushing outboard motor again. the motor with a garden hose or the motor may be damaged. FLUSH PORT Cleaning and Flushing CONNECTOR For safety, remove the emergency Thoroughly clean and flush the stop switch clip so the engine cannot 1. Disconnect the flush port outboard motor with fresh water after be started while you are standing near connector. operation in dirty water or salt water. the propeller.

Touch up any damaged paint, and coat areas that may rust with Honda Corrosion Inhibitor, or equivalent. Lubricate controls with a silicone spray lubricant.

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Fuel FLUSH PORT CONNECTOR Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate GARDEN HOSE in storage. Old gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system. If the gasoline in your fuel tank and vapor separator deteriorates during storage, you may need to have the vapor separator and other fuel system components serviced or replaced.

EXHAUST PORT The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and vapor 2.Connect the garden hose to the 3. Turn on the fresh water supply and separator without causing functional flush port connector. flush the outboard motor for at problems will vary with such factors least 10 minutes. as gasoline blend, your storage temperatures, and whether the fuel 4. After flushing, disconnect the tank is partially or completely filled. garden hose and reconnect the The air in a partially filled fuel tank flush port connector. promotes fuel deterioration. Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration. Fuel deterioration problems may occur within a few months, or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank.

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The Distributor’s Limited Warranty VAPOR SEPARATOR 2. Set the end of the hose toward the (p.108 ) does not cover fuel system outside of the engine undercase damage or engine performance and below the level of the vapor problems resulting from neglected separator drain screw. storage preparation. 3. Loosen the vapor separator drain You can avoid fuel deterioration screw by using the tool kits as problems by draining the fuel tank shown in the above illustration. and vapor separator.

Drain the fuel into an approved fuel DRAIN SCREW DRAIN HOSE container. Gasoline is highly 16× 17 mm BOX WRENCH flammable and explosive.

You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. FLAT PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER Stop the engine and keep SCREWDRIVER heat, sparks, and flame away. SCREWDRIVER HANDLE Handle fuel only outdoors. 1. Unhook the drain hose from the Wipe up spills lower left of the head cover. immediately.

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4. With the outboard motor turned to Engine Oil HOISTING THE OUTBOARD the starboard side, tilt the motor up. MOTOR Keep the end of the drain hose 1. Change the engine oil and the oil below the level of the vapor filter (p.60- 62 ). ENGINE COVER separator drain screw and watch LATCH for the fuel to start flowing out the 2. Remove the spark plugs (p.65 ), drain hose. and remove the clip from the emergency stop switch. 5. After the fuel starts flowing out the drain hose, tilt the motor down 3. Pour a tablespoon (5- 10 cm3 ) of and allow the siphon to finish clean engine oil into each cylinder. draining the vapor separator. 4. Rotate the engine a few 1. Unlock and remove the engine 6. After draining thoroughly, tighten revolutions to distribute the oil in cover. the drain screw securely. the cylinders.

7. Clip the drain hose on the head 5. Reinstall the spark plugs (p.66 ). cover.

8. Drain the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container, or if you need to store fuel in the fuel tank, you can extend fuel storage life by filling the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and adding a fuel stabilizer that is formulated for that purpose.

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STORAGE PRECAUTIONS HOIST HOOKS Select a well-ventilated storage area. If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity.

If storing a container of gasoline, store it away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark producing electric motor, or OUTBOARD where power tools are operated. MOTOR STAND 2. Attach the hoist hooks to the If the outboard motor will be lifting eyes. removed from the boat for storage, we recommend storing it vertically 3. Disconnect the outboard motor by mounting it on a commercially from the boat, hoist the outboard available stand. motor, and move it to the storage area.

4. After the outboard motor is placed in storage and disconnected from the hoist, install the engine cover.

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Cover the outboard motor to keep out REMOVAL FROM STORAGE dust. Do not use sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will Check your outboard motor as trap moisture, promoting rust and described in the BEFORE corrosion. OPERATION chapter of this manual.

If the cylinders were coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine may smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.

PROTECTOR

If it is necessary to store the outboard motor horizontally, drain the vapor separator (p.77- 78 ), and drain the engine oil (p.60 ), before removing the outboard motor from the boat.

Rest the motor on a cushion of protective material.

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WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED ON BOAT REMOVED FROM BOAT

When trailering a boat with the Secure the outboard motor in either outboard motor attached, leave the the vertical or horizontal position engine in the normal running position, shownonp.80- 81 . if possible.

Use a motor support bar to prevent the outboard motor from moving while trailering the boat. Refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for using a motor support bar.

MOTOR SUPPORT BAR (commercially available)

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ENGINE WILL NOT STARTPossible Cause Correction

1. Check emergency stop switch Clip not inserted in stop switch. Insert clip in stop switch. clip.

2. Check control positions. Control lever not in neutral Shift to neutral. position.

Fast idle lever raised (side-mount Leave fast idle lever OFF (p.18 ). type).

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ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction (continued)

3. Check fuel. Out of fuel. Refuel (p.68 ).

Fuel hose not primed. Squeeze priming bulb (p.32 ).

Fuel filter or fuel tank filter Replace fuel filters (p.70 ). clogged.

Bad fuel; boat stored without Drain fuel tank and vapor treating or draining gasoline, or separator (p.77 - 78 ). Refill refueled with bad gasoline. with fresh gasoline (p.69 ).

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ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Cause Correction (continued)

4. Check battery. Battery connections loose or Clean and tighten battery corroded. connections.

Battery discharged. Recharge battery.

5. Check fuses.Fuse(s) blown. Replace fuse(s) (p.88 ).

6. Remove and inspect spark plugs. Spark plugs faulty, fouled or Replace spark plug (p.65 ). improperly gapped.

Spark plugs wet with fuel (flooded Dry and reinstall spark plugs. Start engine). engine with the throttle open.

7. Use starting procedure (p.37 ), Fuel system malfunction, fuel Replace or repair faulty if engine still will not start then pump failure, ignition malfunction, components as necessary. take outboard motor to an stuck valves, starter malfunction, authorized Honda marine dealer, switch malfunction, or electrical or refer to the shop manual. problem in the starting circuit, etc.

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HARD STARTING OR STALLS Possible Cause Correction AFTER STARTING

1. Check control positions. Fast idle lever raised (side-mount Leave fast idle lever OFF (p.18 ). type).

2. Check fuel.Fuel hose not primed. Squeeze priming bulb (p.32 ). Fuel filter or fuel tank clogged. Replace fuel filters (p.70 ).

Bad fuel; boat stored without Drain fuel tank and vapor treating or draining gasoline, or separator (p.77 - 78 ). Refill refueled with bad fuel. with fresh gasoline (p.69 ).

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HARD STARTING OR STALLS AFTER STARTING Possible Cause Correction (continued)

3. Remove and inspect spark plugs. Spark plugs faulty, fouled or Replace spark plug (p.65 ). improperly gapped.

4. Take outboard motor to an Fuel system malfunction, fuel Replace or repair faulty authorized Honda marine dealer, pump failure, ignition malfunction, components as necessary. or refer to the shop manual. etc.

ENGINE OVERHEATS Possible Cause Correction

1. Check water intake screens. Water intake screens clogged. Clean water intake screens.

2. Take outboard motor to an Faulty thermostat or water pump. Replace or repair faulty authorized Honda marine dealer, components as necessary. or refer to the shop manual.

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FUSES Fuse Replacement 5. Use the fuse puller from the tool kit to remove the fuses. If a fuse is Electric Starter Will Not Main Fuse blown, install a replacement fuse Operate of the same specified rating. The 1. Stop the engine. outboard motor is supplied with The 10A, 15A, and 30A main fuses spare fuses in the fuse holder. protect the electric starter relay and 2. Disconnect the battery. related circuits. MAIN FUSE RATINGS: 3. Remove the engine cover. 10 A, 15 A, 30 A The 10A main fuse protects the ignition switch and related circuits. If 4. Remove the fuse cover. FUSE PULLER this fuse blows, the engine will not start or run, and the power trim/tilt FUSE HOLDER switch will not activate the trim/tilt BLOWN mechanism. Battery Will Not Charge

A 150A ACG fuse protects the alternator circuit. If the ACG fuse blows, the engine will not charge the battery. Refer toACG Fuse (p.89 ).

FUSE COVER

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6. Reinstall the fuse cover and the ACG Fuse 4. Remove the fuse case lid. engine cover. ‘‘150 A’’MARK FUSE CASE LID FUSE (150 A) 5. Remove the old fuse by removing 7. Reconnect the battery. two 5 mm screws.

6. Install a new fuse with the ‘‘150 Never use a f use with a rating A’’ mark downward. greater than specif ied. Serious damage to the electrical system could ACG FUSE: 150 A result. 7. After finishing replacement, install If a blown fuse is found, try to the fuse case lid with its hook determine and correct the electrical toward the engine side. SPARE FUSE problem that caused the blown fuse. An uncorrected electrical problem 8. Be sure to check the fuse case lid may cause the fuse to blow again. Disconnect the battery cable at the is securely locked. battery negative (-) terminal before If fuses continue to blow, take the replacing the f use. 9. Install the engine cover. outboard motor to an authorized Failure to do so may cause a short Honda marine dealer for inspection circuit. 10.Reconnect the battery. and service or refer to the shop manual. Replacement A spare fuse is located on the reverse side of the fuse case lid and tightened 1. Stop the engine. with two 3 mm screws. When the new fuse is set as a spare 2. Disconnect the battery. fuse on the reverse side of the fuse case lid, set the fuse so that you can 3. Remove the engine cover. see the ‘‘150 A’’ mark on it. 89 05/01/10 14:10:47 31ZY2600_091

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OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR Digital Tachometer If the throttle is closed suddenly after LIGHT GOES OFF AND full throttle operation, engine speed ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED may drop below the specified idle rpm, and that could activate the Side Mount Type engine protection system Normal momentarily.

Abnormal If low oil pressure activates the engine protection system, stop the engine, check the engine oil level (GREEN) (p.60 ), and add oil if needed.

If oil pressure becomes low, the oil With the engine oil at the pressure indicator will go off, and the recommended level, restart the engine protection system limits engine. If the lubrication system is engine speed. If you are at cruising OK, the oil pressure indicator should Panel Mount/Top Mount Types speed, engine speed will decrease come on within 30 seconds, and the automatically. engine will respond normally to throttle control lever operation. The oil pressure indicator is also equipped with a buzzer that sounds If the engine protection system when the oil pressure indicator goes remains activated after 30 seconds, (GREEN) off. return to the nearest boat landing, and have the outboard motor inspected by Low oil pressure may be the result of an authorized Honda marine dealer. a low engine oil level, or there may be a problem with the engine lubrication system. 90 05/01/10 14:10:57 31ZY2600_092

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OVERHEAT INDICATOR Digital Tachometer If the engine is stopped after running COMES ON AND ENGINE at full throttle, and then restarted SPEED IS LIMITED soon afterward, that could activate the engine protection system Side Mount Type Normal momentarily.

Abnormal COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR

(RED) If the engine overheats, the overheat indicator will come on, and the engine will stop in 20 seconds after the engine protection system limits engine speed. If you are at cruising If overheating activates the engine speed, engine speed will decrease protection system, idle the engine in automatically. neutral, and check the cooling system Panel Mount/Top Mount Types indicator. All types are equipped with a buzzer that sounds when the overheat If water is flowing from the cooling indicator comes on. system indicator, continue idling for 30 seconds. If the cooling system is Engine overheating may be the result OK, the overheat indicator should go (RED) of restricted water intake screens, or off within 30 seconds, and the engine there may be a problem with the will respond normally to throttle cooling system thermostat or water control lever operation. pump. 91 05/01/10 14:11:04 31ZY2600_093

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If there is no water flowing from the WATER SEPARATOR WATER SEPARATOR cooling system indicator, stop the BUZZER SOUNDS INDICATOR engine and check the discharge port first then tilt the outboard motor to Digital Speedometer inspect the water intake screens. If clogged, clean the water intake screens, return the outboard motor to the running position, restart the engine, and check the cooling system Normal indicator again. Abnormal If there is still no water flowing from the cooling system indicator, or if the WATER SEPARATOR engine protection system remains activated after 30 seconds, return to When the water separator buzzer When the water separator indicator the nearest boat landing, and have the sounds (a rapid, repeating signal): blinks: outboard motor inspected by an authorized Honda marine dealer. 1. Check the water separator for Check the water separator for water water contamination. If water is contamination. If water is accumlated, accumulated, stop the engine, and stop the engine, and clean the water clean the water separator following separator following the instructions the instructions on pages72 --73 , on pages72 73 , or consult with or consult with an authorized an authorized Honda marine dealer. Honda outboard motor dealer.

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SUBMERGED MOTOR 3. Change the engine oil and oil filter 6. Attempt to start the engine (be sure as described on p.60- 62 . If the water level is at least 2 inches A submerged outboard motor must there was water in the engine above the antiventilation plate). be serviced immediately after it is crankcase, or if the used engine oil recovered from the water in order to showed signs of water minimize corrosion. contamination, then a second engine oil change should be Running the outboard motor without If there is a Honda marine dearship performed after running the engine suf f icient cooling water will damage nearby, take the motor to the dealer for half an hour. the water pump and overheat the immediately. If you are far from a engine. dealership, proceed as follows: 4. Remove the spark plugs (p.65 ). Operate the starter to expel water 1. Remove the engine cover, and from the engine’s cylinder. rinse the outboard motor with fresh water to remove salt water, 5. Put a teaspoon of engine oil into sand, mud, etc. each spark plug hole to lubricate the inside of the cylinders. 2. Drain the vapor separator as Reinstall the spark plugs. described on p.77 - 78 . If the engine was running when it submerged, there may be mechanical damage, such as bent connecting rods. If the engine binds when cranked, do not attempt to run the engine until it has been repaired.

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If the engine fails to start, remove the spark plugs and dry them, then reinstall the spark plugs and attempt to start the engine again.

If the engine starts, and no mechanical damage is evident, continue to run the engine for a half hour or longer. Be sure the water level is at least two inches above the antiventilation plate to avoid overheating and water pump damage.

7. As soon as possible, take the outboard motor to an authorized Honda marine dealer for inspection and service.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION PRODUCT Serial Number Locations IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Record the product identification number and engine serial number in the space provided on this page. You will need these numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (p.105 ).

STERN BRACKET ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The product identification number is The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached on the stamped on the upper right side of right stern bracket. the motor.

Product identification number: Engine serial number:

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Oxygenated Fuels The following are the EPA-approved You may use gasoline containing up percentages of oxygenates: to 10% ethanol by volume. Gasoline Some conventional gasolines are containing ethanol may be marketed being blended with alcohol or an ETHANOL: ethyl or grain alcohol; under the name ‘‘Gasohol’’. ether compound. These gasolines are 10% by volume. collectively referred to as oxygenated MTBE: Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether; fuels. To meet clean air standards, 15% by volume. some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help You may use gasoline containing up reduce emissions. to 15% MTBE by volume.

If you use an oxygenated fuel, be METHANOL: methyl or wood sure it is unleaded and meets the alcohol; 5% by volume. minimum octane rating requirement.

Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel’s contents. Some states/provinces require this information to be posted on the pump.

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You may use gasoline containing up Battery Emission Control System to 5% methanol by volume, as long Information as it also contains cosolvents and For complete information, refer to corrosion inhibitors to protect the the battery manufacturer’s Source of Emissions fuel system. Gasoline containing instructions. more than 5% methanol by volume The combustion process produces may cause starting and/or Minimum Requirements carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, performance problems. It may also and hydrocarbons. Control of damage metal, rubber, and plastic 12V- 110AH hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen parts of your fuel system. (CCA800) is very important because, under certain conditions, they react to form If you notice any undesirable photochemical smog when subjected operating symptoms, try another to sunlight. Carbon monoxide does service station, or switch to another not react in the same way, but it is brand of gasoline. toxic.

Fuel system damage or performance Honda utilizes various systems to problems resulting from the use of an reduce the emissions of carbon oxygenated fuel containing more monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and than the percentages of oxygenates hydrocarbons. mentioned above are not covered under warranty.

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PGM-FI System The U.S. and California Clean Tampering and Altering The PGM-FI system uses sequential Air Acts multiport fuel injection. It has three Tampering with or altering the subsystems: Air Intake, Engine EPA and California regulations emission control system may increase Control, and Fuel Control. The require all manufacturers to furnish emissions beyond the legal limit. Engine Control Module (ECM) uses written instructions describing the Among those acts that constitute various sensors to determine how operation and maintenance of tampering are: much air is going into the engine. It emission control systems. then controls how much fuel to inject Removal or alteration of any part under all operating conditions. The following instructions and of the intake, fuel, or exhaust procedures must be followed in order systems. Ignition Timing Control System to keep the emissions from your The system constantly adjusts the Honda engine within the emission Alterations that would cause the ignition timing, reducing the amount standards. engine to operate outside its design of HC, CO and NOx produced. parameters.

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Problems That May Affect Replacement Parts A manufacturer of an aftermarket Emissions part assumes the responsibility that The emission control systems on the part will not adversely affect If you are aware of any of the your Honda engine were designed, emission performance. The following symptoms, have your built, and certified to conform with manufacturer or rebuilder of the part engine inspected and repaired by EPA and California emission must certify that use of the part will your servicing dealer. regulations. We recommend the use not result in a failure of the engine to of genuine Honda parts whenever comply with emission regulations. Hard starting or stalling after you have maintenance done. These starting. original-design replacement parts are Maintenance manufactured to the same standards Rough idle. as the original parts, so you can be Follow the maintenance schedule on confident of their performance. The p.56 . Remember that this schedule Misfiring or backfiring under load. use of replacement parts that are not is based on the assumption that your of the original design and quality machine will be used for its designed Afterburning (backfiring). may impair the effectiveness of your purpose. Sustained high-load emission control system. operation, or use in unusual Black exhaust smoke or high fuel conditions, will require more consumption. frequent service.

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Star Label The Star Label means Cleaner Marine Engine

A Star label was applied to this This engine has been certified as a: outboard motor in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board.

The Symbol for Cleaner Marine Engines:

Cleaner Air and Water - for healthier lifestyle and environment.

Better Fuel Economy - burns up to 30 - 40 percent less gas and oil than conventional carbureted two-stroke engines, saving money and resources.

Longer Emission Warranty - protects consumer for worry free operation.

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The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s One Star Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission Low standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than Emission conventional carbureted two-stroke engines. These engines are equivalent to the U.S.EPA’s 2006 standards for marine engines.

The two-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Two Stars Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2004 exhaust emission Very Low standards. Engines meeting these standards have 20% lower emissions than Emission One Star-Low Emission engines.

The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Three Stars Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission Ultra Low standards or the Sterndrive and inboard marine engine 2003-2008 exhaust Emission emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines.

The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Four Stars Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards. Super Ultra Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with Low Emission these standards. Engines meeting these standards have 90% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines.

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Specifications

MODEL BF200A Starter system Electric starter Description Code BAEJ BAEJ BAFJ BAEJ BAFJ Ignition system Fully transistorized, battery ignition Type LA XA XCA XXA XXCA Lubrication system Trochoid pump pressure lubrication Overall length 36.2 in (920 mm) Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ, SL) Overall width 24.6 in (625 mm) SAE 10W-30 Overall height 65.7 in 70.9 in 75.8 in Gear case:API standard (GL-4/5) SAE (1,670 (1,800 mm) (1,925 mm) 90 outboard motor gear oil mm) Oil capacity Engine: 8.0 US qt (7.6 ) Transom height 20.0 in 25.0 in (635 mm) 30.0 in (762 mm) without oil filter change (508 Gear case:1.24 US qt (1.17 ) mm) CARB star label ULTRA · LOW EMISSION Weight 578 lbs 589 lbs (267 kg) 600 lbs (272 kg) D.C. output 12V- 60A (262 kg) Cooling system Water cooling with thermostat Rated power 149.1 kW (200 HP) Exhaust system Water exhaust Full throttle range 5,000- 6,000 rpm Spark plugs VKJ20RZ-M11 (DENSO) Engine type 4 stroke SOHC 6-cylinder (V6) IZFR6F11 (NGK) Displacement 211.7 cu-in (3,471 cm ) Fuel pump Electric powered mechanical Sparkpluggap 0.039-- 0.051 in (1.00 1.30 mm) Fuel Automotive unleaded gasoline (86 pump octane or higher) Gear change Forward-Neutral-Reverse (dog type) Steering angle 30° right and left Trim angle -4° to 16° (when transom angle is 12°)

Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.

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Specifications

MODEL BF225A Starter system Electric starter Description Code BAGJ BAGJ BAHJ BAGJ BAHJ Ignition system Fully transistorized, battery ignition Type LA XA XCA XXA XXCA Lubrication system Trochoid pump pressure lubrication Overall length 36.2 in (920 mm) Specified oil Engine: API standard (SG, SH, SJ, SL) Overall width 24.6 in (625 mm) SAE 10W-30 Overall height 65.7 in 70.9 in 75.8 in Gear case:API standard (GL-4/5) SAE (1,670 (1,800 mm) (1,925 mm) 90 outboard motor gear oil mm) Oil capacity Engine: 8.0 US qt (7.6 ) Transom height 20.0 in 25.0 in (635 mm) 30.0 in (762 mm) without oil filter change (508 Gear case:1.24 US qt (1.17 ) mm) CARB star label ULTRA · LOW EMISSION Weight 582 lbs 593 lbs (269 kg) 604 lbs (274 kg) D.C. output 12V- 60A (264 kg) Cooling system Water cooling with thermostat Rated power 167.8 kW (225 HP) Exhaust system Water exhaust Full throttle range 5,000- 6,000 rpm Spark plugs VKJ20RZ-M11 (DENSO) Engine type 4 stroke SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6) IZFR6F11 (NGK) Displacement 211.7 cu-in (3,471 cm ) Fuel pump Electric powered mechanical Sparkpluggap 0.039-- 0.051 in (1.00 1.30 mm) Fuel Automotive unleaded gasoline (86 pump octane or higher) Gear change Forward-Neutral-Reverse (dog type) Steering angle 30° right and left Trim angle -4° to 16° (when transom angle is 12°)

Honda outboards are power rated in accordance with NMMA procedures and using the ICOMIA standard 28/23.

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BF200A/BF225A Tune up

Sparkpluggap 0.039-- 0.051 in (1.00 1.30 mm) See page 66 Idle speed 650± 50 rpm See shop manual Valve clearance (cold) Intake: 0.22± 0.02 mm See shop manual Exhaust: 0.30± 0.02 mm Other specifications No other adjustments needed.

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CONSUMER INFORMATION Customer Service Information your dealer, please send your comments to the following address: Honda Publications Contacting Honda American Honda Motor Co., Inc. These publications will give you Your owner’s manual was written to Marine Division additional information for cover most of the questions you Customer Relations Office maintaining and repairing your might ask about your Honda. Any 4900 Marconi Drive outboard motor. You may purchase questions not answered in the owner’s Alpharetta, GA 30005-8847 them from your Honda marine dealer. manual can be answered by your Telephone (770)497- 6400 Honda dealer. If your dealer doesn’t M-F 8:30am-7:00pm (Eastern Time Shop Manual have an immediate answer, they Zone) should be able to get it for you. This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures. If you have a difference of opinion It is intended to be used by a skilled with your dealer, please remember technician. that each dealership is independently owned and operated. That’s why it’s Parts Catalog important to work to resolve any differences at the dealership level. If This manual provides complete, the service personnel are unable to illustrated parts lists. assist you, please discuss your concerns with the dealer management such as the Service Manager or Dealer Owner.

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Please include the following Warranty Coverage deterioration associated with using information in your communication: your Honda outboard. Your new Honda is covered by the Your name, address and telephone following warranties: Your warranty coverage will not be number (complete with area code) voided if you choose to perform your Distributor’s Limited Warranty own maintenance. However, you Model and complete serial number Emission Control Warranty should have the proper tools and service information and be Date of purchase Please read the warranty statements mechanically qualified. Failures that contained in this manual. There are occur due to modifications, improper Name and location of selling responsibilities, restrictions, and maintenance or service are not dealer exclusions that apply to these covered. warranties. Name and location of servicing dealer (if different) To obtain warranty service you must take your Honda outboard engine, A detailed description of your together with proof of original retail concerns purchase date, at your expense, to a Honda engine dealer or distributor We will likely ask your Honda dealer authorized to sell that product in the to respond, or possibly acknowledge United States, Puerto Rico, or the your comments directly. U.S. Virgin Islands.

It is important to realize that your warranty applies to defects in material or workmanship of your Honda. Your warranty coverage does not apply to narmal wear or 106 05/01/10 14:13:16 31ZY2600_108

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Warranty Service handling of the situation, we suggest you discuss your problem with the Please remember that recommended appropriate member of the maintenance interval servicing is not dealership’s management team. If the included in your warranty coverage. problem has already been reviewed Additionally, your warranty does not with the appropriate manager of the apply to the normal wear of items Service, Parts, or Sales department, (such as spark plugs, water pumps, contact the owner of the dealership or etc.). their designated representative.

As the owner of a Honda product, your servicing dealer may ask you to authorize an inspection. If the problem is covered under warranty, your dealer will perform any warranty repairs for you at no cost. However, you may be responsible for additional non-warranty charges.

If you have questions about warranty coverage or the nature of the repair, it is best to talk to the service manager of your Honda dealer.

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Distributors Limited Warranty- 2006 WHAT AMERICAN HONDA WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY: This warranty is limited to Honda Outboard Motors American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Power part that is proven to be defective in material or Equipment Division, 4900 Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, workmanship under normal use during the applicable Georgia 30005-8847. warranty time period. Warranty repairs and replacements will be made without charge for parts or labor. Anything PRODUCTS LENGTH OF WARRANTY: replaced under warranty becomes the property of COVERED (FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE) American Honda Motor Company, Inc. All parts replaced BY NONCOMMERCIAL/ COMMERCIAL/ under warranty will be considered as part of the original WARRANTY NONRENTAL RENTAL product and any warranty on those parts will expire All Outboard 36 Months 12 Months coincidentally with the original product warranty. Motors TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: TO QUALIFY FOR THIS WARRANTY: You must take your Honda Outboard Motor and proof of The Honda Outboard Motor must be purchased from the original purchase date, at your expense, to any dealer American Honda or a dealer authorized by American who is authorized to service Honda Outboard Motors in Honda to sell Honda Outboard Motors in the United the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. This during the dealer’s normal business hours. If you are limited warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and unable to obtain warranty service, or are dissatisfied with each subsequent owner during the applicable warranty the warranty service you receive, take the following time period. steps: First, contact the owner of the dealership involved; normally this should resolve the problem. However, if you should require further assistance, write or call the Honda Marine Customer Relations. Please see Customer Service Inf ormation page 105 .

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EXCLUSIONS: TECHNICIAN TRAVEL TIME THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO THE GROWTH OF MARINE ORGANISMS ON MOTOR FOLLOWING: SURFACES, EXTERNAL OR INTERNAL CONDITIONS CAUSED BY LACK OF ROUTINE MAINTENANCE DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE PARTS AFFECTED OR DAMAGED BY AN AND LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: ACCIDENT AND/OR COLLISION AMERICAN HONDA DISCLAIMS ANY NORMAL WEAR RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF TIME OR USE OF FUEL CONTAMINATION AND WATER THE OUTBOARD, REVENUE, OR THE EQUIPMENT ENTERING ENGINE THROUGH THE FUEL IN WHICH THE OUTBOARD IS INSTALLED, INTAKE, AIR INTAKE OR EXHAUST SYSTEM TRANSPORTATION, COMMERCIAL LOSS, OR USEINANAPPLICATIONFORWHICHTHE ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL OUTBOARD MOTOR WAS NOT DESIGNED, DAMAGE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE SUCH AS RACING OR COMPETITIVE USE OR LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN ANY OTHER MISUSE OR NEGLECT LIMITED WARRANTY. Some states do not allow INCORPORATION OF UNSUITABLE limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or ATTACHMENTS OR PARTS do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or THE UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION, consequential damages, so the above exclusions and IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OR ANY CAUSES limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives OTHER THAN DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR you specific legal rights, and you may also have other WORKMANSHIP rights which vary from state to state. CORROSION TO STEERING SYSTEM OR ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, CORROSION DUE TO ELECTROLYSIS, WATER BORN FOREIGN CHEMICALS, IMPROPER SERVICE OR CORROSION CAUSED BY DAMAGE OR ABUSE REIMBURSEMENT FOR TOWING CHARGES, IN AND OUT OF WATER CHARGES, OR 109 05/01/10 14:13:41 31ZY2600_111

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ACCESSORIES AND REPLACEMENT PARTS WHAT AMERICAN HONDA WILL REPAIR OR This warranty is limited to Honda Power Equipment parts, REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY: accessories and apparel when distributed by American American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any Honda Motor Co., Inc., 1919 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, marine product accessories or replacement parts that are California 90501-2746. proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable warranty time period. PRODUCTS LENGTH OF WARRANTY: Anything replaced under warranty becomes the property COVERED (FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE) of American Honda Motor Company, Inc. All parts BY NONCOMMERCIAL/ COMMERCIAL/ replaced under warranty will be considered as part of the WARRANTY NONRENTAL RENTAL original product and any warranty on those parts will Accessories 12 Months 3 Months expire coincidentally with the original product warranty. Replacement 6 Months 3 Months Accessories and replacement parts, installed by a dealer Parts who is authorized by American Honda to sell them, will be repaired or replaced under warranty without charge for TO QUALIFY FOR THIS WARRANTY: parts or labor. If installed by anyone else, accessories and 1. The accessories or replacement parts must be replacement parts will be repaired or replaced under purchased from American Honda, or a dealer, warranty without charge for parts, but any labor charges distributor or distributor’s dealer authorized by will be the responsibility of the purchaser. American Honda to sell those products in the United States, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. 2. You must be the first retail purchaser. This warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners.

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TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP OF THE You must take the Honda Outboard Motor product PRODUCT. accessory or replacement part or the outboard motor or boat on which the accessory or replacement part is DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE installed, and proof of purchase, at your expense, to any AND LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: Honda Outboard Motor dealer in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who is authorized AMERICAN HONDA DISCLAIMS ANY to sell that product, during the dealer’s normal business RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSS OF TIME OR USE OF hours. THE HONDA OUTBOARD MOTOR, OR THE BOAT If you are unable to obtain warranty service, or are ON WHICH THE PRODUCT IS INSTALLED, dissatisfied with the warranty service you receive, take TRANSPORTATION, COMMERCIAL LOSS, OR the following steps: First, contact the owner of the ANY OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL dealership or distributorship involved; normally this will DAMAGE. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE resolve the problem. However, if you should require LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN further assistance, write or call the Honda Marine WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on Customer Relations Department of American. Please see how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow Customer Service Inf ormation page 105. the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions and limitations may not THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT EXTEND TO apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal ACCESSORIES OR PARTS AFFECTED OR rights, and you may also have other rights which vary DAMAGED BY ACCIDENT AND/OR COLLISION, from state to state. NORMAL WEAR, USE IN AN APPLICATION FOR WHICH THE PRODUCT WAS NOT DESIGNED OR ANY OTHER MISUSE, NEGLECT, INCORPORATION OR USE OF UNSUITABLE ATTACHMENTS OR PARTS, UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION, IMPROPER INSTALLATION, OR ANY CAUSES OTHER THAN DEFECTS IN 111 05/01/10 14:13:52 31ZY2600_113

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Emission Control System Warranty All States American Honda Motor Co., Inc. must warranty the Your new Honda outboard engine complies with both the emission control system on your outboard engine for the U.S. EPA and State of California emission regulations. period of time listed below provided there has been no American Honda provides the same emission warranty abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your outboard coverage for outboard engines sold in all 50 states. engine. Where a warranty condition exists, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. will repair your outboard engine YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATION at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. Your emission control system may include such parts as California the carburetor or fuel injection system and catalytic The California Air Resources Board and American converter. Also included may be hoses, connectors and Honda Motor Co., Inc. are pleased to explain the other emission-related assemblies. emission control system warranty on your 2001 and later Honda outboard engine. In California, new outboard MANUFACTURER’S EMISSION CONTROL engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE: California’s stringent anti-smog emission standards in The 2001 and later outboard engines are warranted for addition to the U.S. EPA emissions standards. four years or 250 hours of operation, whichever comes first. However, warranty coverage based on the hourly Other States period is only permitted for outboard engines equipped In other areas of the United States your outboard engine with appropriate hour meters. If any emission-related part must be designed, built and equipped to meet the U.S. on your outboard engine is defective under warranty, the EPA Emission Standard for spark ignited marine engines. part will be repaired or replaced by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

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OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY: WARRANTY COVERAGE: As the outboard engine owner, you are responsible for Honda outboard engines manufactured after June 1,2000 the performance of the required maintenance listed in are covered by this warranty for a period of four years or your owner’s manual. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. 250 operating hours, whichever comes first, from the recommends that you retain all receipts covering date of delivery to the retail purchaser. This warranty is maintenance on your outboard engine, but American transferred to each subsequent purchaser for the duration Honda Motor Co., Inc. cannot deny warranty solely for of the warranty period. Warranty repairs will be made the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the without charge for diagnosis, parts and labor. All performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the defective parts replaced under this warranty become the outboard engine owner, you should, however, be aware property of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. A list of that American Honda Motor Co., Inc. may deny you warranty parts is on the reverse side of this statement. warranty coverage if your outboard engine or a part has Normal maintenance items, such as spark plugs and failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or filters, that are on the warranted parts list are warranted unapproved modifications. You are responsible for up to their required replacement interval only. American presenting your outboard engine to a Honda Marine Honda Motor Co., Inc. is also liable for damages to other dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repair engine components caused by a failure of any warranted should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not part during the warranty period. Only Honda approved to exceed 30 days. If you have any questions regarding replacement parts will be used in the performance of any your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should warranty repairs and they will be provided without charge contact American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Marine to the owner. The use of replacement parts not equivalent Division Customer Relations Office. Please see Customer to the original parts may impair the effectiveness of your Service Inf ormation page 105. engine’s emission control system. If such a replacement part is used in the repair or maintenance of your engine, and an authorized Honda Marine dealer determines it is defective or causes a failure of a warranted part, your claim for your engine may be denied. If the part in question is not related to the reason that your engine requires repair, your claim will not be denied. 113 05/01/10 14:14:00 31ZY2600_115

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TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE: OF, UNSUITABLE ATTACHMENTS, OR THE You must take your Honda outboard engine, along with UNAUTHORIZED ALTERATION OF ANY PART. your sales registration card or other proof of original THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER purchase date, at your expense, to any Honda Marine REPLACEMENT OF EXPENDABLE dealer who is authorized by American Honda Motor Co., MAINTENANCE ITEMS MADE IN CONNECTION Inc. to sell and service that Honda marine product during WITH REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SERVICE his normal business hours. Claims for repair or AFTER THE ITEM’S FIRST SCHEDULED adjustment found to be caused solely by defects in REPLACEMENT AS LISTED IN THE material or workmanship will not be denied because the MAINTENANCE SECTION OF THE PRODUCT engine was not properly maintained and used. If you are OWNER’S MANUAL, SUCH AS: SPARK PLUGS unable to obtain warranty service, or are dissatisfied with AND FILTERS. the warranty service you received, contact the owner of the dealership involved. Normally this should resolve DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE your problem. However, if you require further assistance, AND LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: write or call the Honda Marine Customer Relations American Honda Motor Co., Inc. disclaims any Office of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. responsibility for incidental or consequential damages such as loss of time or the use of outboard engine, or any EXCLUSIONS: commercial loss due to the failure of the equipment; and FAILURES OTHER THAN THOSE RESULTING any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR written warranty. This warranty is applicable only where WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS the California or U.S. EPA emission control system WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT warrantyregulationisineffect. EXTEND TO EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS OR PARTS WHICH ARE AFFECTED OR DAMAGED BY OWNER ABUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, MISUSE, MISFUELING, IMPROPER STORAGE, ACCIDENT AND/OR COLLISION. THE INCORPORATION OF, OR USE 114 05/01/10 14:14:08 31ZY2600_116

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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY PARTS:

SYSTEMS COVERED BY THIS PARTS DESCRIPTION WARRANTY: Fuel Metering Carburetor assembly, Throttle body, Fuel injector, Fuel pump, Fuel pressure regulator, Throttle position sensor, Intake air temperature sensor, Engine temperature sensor, Manifold absolute pressure sensor, Idle air control valve, Barometric pressure sensor, Fuel line solenoid valve, Intake manifold, Intake valves, and Oxygen sensor or Air fuel ratio sensor Air Induction Air intake duct, Crankcase breather tube, Positive crankcase ventilation valve, Vapor separator, Intake manifold tuning valve (Intake air bypass control valve) Ignition Flywheel magneto, Ignition pulse generator, Ignition coil assembly, Ignition control module, Engine control module, Crankshaft position sensor, Spark plug cap, Spark plug* , Knock sensor, and position sensor Lubrication system Oil pump and internal parts Crankcase Emission Control Oil filler cap Exhaust Exhaust manifold and Exhaust valves VTEC System VTEC valve Miscellaneous Parts Tubing, fittings, seals, gaskets, and clamps associated with these listed systems. *Covered up to the first required replacement only. See the Maintenance Schedule in the owner’s manual.

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Alternator (ACG) Indicator...... 29 Emission Control System Information...... 97 Anodes...... 32 Emission Control System Warranty...... 112 Replacement...... 74 Engine ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER WAY?...... 33 Cover Latch...... 27 Battery...... 97 REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...... 59 BEFORE OPERATION...... 33 Oil BREAK-IN PROCEDURE...... 35 Change...... 60 Filter Change...... 61 Common Controls...... 25 Level Check...... 60 COMPONENT AND CONTROL LOCATIONS...... 11 Recommendations...... 63 CONSUMER INFORMATION...... 105 Honda Publications...... 105 Customer Service Information...... 105 CONTROLS...... 15 CONTROL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION CODES...... 10 CONTROLS AND FEATURES...... 10 Cooling System Indicator...... 31 CRUISING...... 49

Digital Speedometer (optional equipment)...... 28 Digital Tachometer (optional equipment)...... 28 Distributors Limited Warranty- 2006...... 108

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Fast Idle Button Ignition Switch Panel-Mount Type...... 20 Panel-Mount Type...... 18 Top-Mount Type...... 23 Side-Mount Type...... 15 Fast Idle Lever...... 18 Top-Mount Type...... 22 Fuel IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...... 7 PRIMING...... 36 INDICATORS...... 29 Priming Bulb...... 32 INSTRUMENTS...... 27 RECOMMENDATIONS...... 69 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR Filter Inspection and Replacement...... 70 READY TO GO?...... 33 FUSES...... 88 Replacement...... 88 Lubrication Points...... 64

Gearshift/Trottle Control Lever MAINTENANCE SAFETY...... 54 Panel-Mount Type...... 20 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE...... 56 Side-Mount Type...... 16 MANUAL RELIEF VALVE...... 59 Top-Mount Type...... 23 MOORING, BEACHING, LAUNCHING...... 51 GEARSHIFT AND THROTTLE OPERATION...... 46 Panel-Mount Type...... 47 Side-Mount Type...... 46 Top-Mount Type...... 47

HOISTING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR...... 79

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Oil Pressure Indicator...... 30 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS...... 35 OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT GOES SAFETY LABEL LOCATION...... 9 OFF AND ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED...... 90 Serial Number Locations...... 95 OPERATION...... 35 SERVICING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR...... 53 OTHER FEATURES...... 31 SHALLOW WATER OPERATION...... 51 OUTBOARD MOTOR SAFETY...... 7 Spark Plug Service...... 65 Overheat Indicator...... 30 Specifications...... 102 OVERHEAT INDICATOR COMES Star Label...... 100 ON AND ENGINE SPEED IS LIMITED...... 91 STARTING THE ENGINE...... 37 Overrev Limiter...... 32 Panel-Mount Type...... 40 Oxygenated Fuels...... 96 Side-Mount Type...... 37 Top-Mount Type...... 42 Power Tilt Switch...... 26 STEERING...... 48 Power Trim/Tilt Switch...... 25 STOPPING THE ENGINE...... 44 Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) Indicator...... 29 Emergency Engine Stopping...... 44 Propeller Replacement...... 75 Normal Engine Stopping...... 45 STORAGE...... 76 REFUELING...... 68 STORAGE PRECAUTIONS...... 80 REMOVAL FROM STORAGE...... 81 STORAGE PREPARATION...... 76 Cleaning and Flushing...... 76 Engine oil...... 79 Fuel...... 77 SUBMERGED MOTOR...... 93 Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch Panel-Mount Type...... 19 Side-Mount Type...... 16 Top-Mount Type...... 22 118 05/01/10 14:14:19 31ZY2600_120

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Tachometer (optional equipment)...... 28 TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS.... . 83 TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION.. . 95 TECHNICAL INFORMATION...... 95 THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE...... 53 Tilt Lock Lever...... 26 TOOL KIT and OWNER’S MANUAL...... 55 TRANSPORTING...... 82 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLED ON BOAT...... 82 WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR REMOVED FROM BOAT...... 82 Trim Meter (optional equipment)...... 27 Trim Tab...... 27 TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT...... 58

WATER SEPARATOR BUZZER SOUNDS...... 92 Water Separator Inspection and Service...... 72 WIRING DIAGRAMS...... Inside Back Cover

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ENGINE ENGINE Bl/Y Bl/Y OIL WATER INMN PRESSURE SEPARATOR HEATED CONTROL P R/Bu Br Bl Bl W W THROTTLE TOH TE SWITCH KNOCK LEVEL Gr OXYGEN SOLENOID Y/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R R/W Y/Bl Br/W SENSOR 1 SENSOR (LOW) SENSOR SWITCH SENSOR VALVE Bl Bl W W

BLUE R/W R/W Y Bl/Y MAP CMP CKP SENSOR SENSOR 2 SENSOR ECU

W Br/W Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl W/Bl W/Bl Bl R/W SG2 G/R R/Bl THLVCC2 SENSOR 10A TA R/Y Y R G W Bl TE R/W Bu TOH1 R/Bl TO SPEED METER LIGHT TOH2 R (12V) Bl/R METER 10A 15A 15A 30A 10A 10A 10A Bl

Gr HARNESS A PA W/Bu

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Br Br SOLENOIDSWITCH O2HT W/Bl Bl/Y SWITCH Bl Bl/Y Bl/Y Bu Bu POWER TRIM-TILT SWITCH Lb IGN1 R W/Bl IGN2 Bu/Bl Y/Bl Lb Lg W/Bl Lb Lg TRIM-TILT IGN3 W/G W/Bl NEUTRAL IGN4 Lg Bl Bu/R Bl Bl/Y W/Y W/R W/G Lg/R Bl/W Bu/R W/Bl W/Bl POWER Bl/Bu NORMAL IGN5 Bu/W IGN6 Bu/Y Y/Bl TO UP Bl/Y Bl/Y SPARK PLUG Bl/Y COMB FLR1 Lg/R DOWN Bl Lg/R No.1 IGNITION COIL SWITCH FLR2 Bl Bl ACGF W/G Bl WW Bl/R W STS W Bl/Y W/R W/Y W/G R Lg/R Bu/R W/Bl Bl/W W/Bl Bl/R Bl/Bu TO G/W PG1 G Y/Bl

Bl/R Bu/Bl PG2 SPARK Bl/W Bl/W 150A Bl/Bu G IGNITOR PLUG COMB SWITCH Y NTSW W/Bl REDLg/Bl EAC VP G/W BLACK W/BlR INDICATOR VCC3 EACVM Bl E IG BAT LOAD W/Bl LIGHT W Y/G BUZZ No.2 IGNITION COIL Y/Bl ST Bl TACHOMETER R OHL INJ1 Br PULSE FUEL Bl Y OPL INJ2 COLOR Bl Bl/R W/Bl Bl/Y BL/W CONNECTOR R CUT TO WARNL INJ3 VALVE Bl Bl R/Bu INJ4 Bu SPARK W/G PLUG Bl/Y W/Bu ACGL Y OFF Gr IGNITOR Bl/Y Gr TACHO Y/R EMS1 INJ5 No.3 IGNITION COIL ON Y Bl/R Y/Bu ACG EMS2 INJ6 SPOOL R MOTOR BLUE Bl/R SOL SCS LG1 G/Bl START Lg/W LG2 G/Bl SVSCP Bl Bl Gr Y/Bl Y/Bl Bu W/Bu W/Bu Y/Bl R/Bu R/Bu Bu/R

W STARTER W/G W/Bl

W/Bu SPARK Lg MAIN RELAY IGNITORPLUG GREEN Lb Br Bl

Gr Lb Lg Bl Y/G Bl/Y Bl/R Y/Bu W/Bl Bl/W Lg/Bl Bl No.4 IGNITIONY/Bl COIL INDICATOR LIGHT Bu PGM CHG G Bl/W TO Y/G SPARK Y/Bl PLUG Bl W/Bu TO R/Bu Y/Bu No.5 IGNITION COIL

Bl/Y Bu/W TO Lg W/Bl IGNITOR SPARK Lb Bl/R PLUG Y Gr Y R R No.6 IGNITION COIL

BLACK Bu/Y Bl/W IGNITOR Y/G Bl Br Y/Bu Bl/Y

W/Bl Lg IGNITOR Bl/R Gr Lb EARTH Lg/Bl

GREEN IAC BLACK VALVE Bl G G Bl Bl Bl Bl Lg Lb Bu Bu G/Bl G/Bl Bu/R W/Bl Y/Bu Lg/Bl Lg Bl/Bu Bl SWITCH SENSOR SWITCH No.3 FUEL No.4 FUEL No.5 FUEL No.6 FUEL G Lb INJECTOR INJECTOR INJECTOR INJECTOR

Bu W NEUTRAL SWITCH

POWER TILT RELAY GREEN BLUE BLACK Bl BLACK Br BROWN Y R Bl Br EARTH Bu Y/R Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bu Y YELLOW O ORANGE NEUTRAL Bu/Y Bl Lg Lb Y/Bu W/Bl

Bu BLUE Lb LIGHT BLUE Lg/Bl G Bu

G GREEN Lg LIGHT GREEN Bl R RED P PINK Bl/Bu FUEL

W WHITE Gr GRAY Bl Bl/Bu Bl PUMP COLOR COMB : GROUND/MARKING POWER TILT GEAR IN MOTOR TRIM ANGLE POWER TILT NEUTRAL No.1 FUEL No.2 FUEL INJECTOR INJECTOR BF175A OM(31ZY2605)-AH3/14/0511:57AMPage2 SIDE-MOUNT REMOTECONTROLTYPE(ForDigitalMeter) DIAGRAM WIRING COLOR COMB:GROUND/MARKING W R G Bu Y Bl Bl Bl/Y

WHITE RED GREEN BLUE YELLOW BLACK Y/Bu Gr Bl SWITCH TO LIGHTING

GREEN R/W R/W EL Gr P Lg Lb O Br Bl/Y Bl/Y

Bl Bl Gr Gr TACHO GRAY PINK LIGHT GREEN LIGHT BLUE ORANGE BROWN G G Bu Bu Bl Bl W/Bu W/Bu R/Bu R/Bu

Y/Bu Y/R TRIM Bl Bl Y Lg/Bl Lg (Y) Y TUBE MARKER B R

EMERGENCY STOPSWITCH (R) R PLATE OFF PUSH orLOCK

NORMAL Lg/Bl Lg/Bl

Bl/Y TACHOMETER

R R O/H (Bl/Y) Bl/Y 7.5A

Bl/R Gr Gr

Y/Bu Y/Bu Y Y O/P Bl

Bl Bl NEUTRAL SWITCH R/Bu G/R PGM NEUTRAL GEAR IN

W/Bu G/W ACG (W/Bl) (Bl/Y) (Bl/Y) (Bl/R) Bl/W W/Bl W/Bl Bl/Y Bl/R Bl/R Bl/Y Bl/Y Y/G (Bl) (Bl) Gr Lg Lb Gr Br Bl Bl Bl Bl/Bu Y RR Bl Bl W/Bl Bl/W W/Bl Bl/R Bl/Y Bl/Y Bl/R Y/G POWER TRIM-TILT SWITCH Gr Lg Lb Br Bl Bl Bl Y (Lg/Bl) NORMAL (W/Bl) (Bl/W) (Y/Bu) (Bl/R) (Bl/Y) (Y/G) DOWN (Gr) (Lb) (Lg) (Br) (Bl) (R) (Y) UP R/W R/W EL CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY Lg

LIGHT INDICATOR Bl/Y Bl/Y POWER SWITCH COMB SWITCH TRIM-TILT SWITCH SOLENOID BUZZER STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY TRIP SPEED W/Bl

Bl Bl Lb PULSE1 FUEL Lg/Bl W/Bl Y/Bu Bl/W Bl/R Bl/Y Y/G G G Gr Lb Lg Br Bl R Y COMB SWITCH SPEED METER COLOR START OFF ON Bl O IN FL WATER Bu Bu Bl E BROWN lRWB lYBl/W Bl/Y W/Bl Bl/R IG W/Bu R/Bu Y/Bl BAT LEVEL FUEL P LOAD W/Bu R/Bu Y/Bl P/Bl Bu Bl G INDICATOR LIGHT GREEN BLACK CHG ST PULSE2 FUEL PGM SENSOR RESERVE FUEL O

Bl W/Bu R/Bu W/Bl Y/Bu Bl/W Bl/R Bl/Y Y/Bl Y/G Bu Gr Lb Lg Bl Bl G R Y MOTOR TILT POWER

W/G W/Bu G W/Bl Y/Bl

Bu POWER TILT RELAY ACG

W 150A

W Bu G MOTOR STARTER W

W/R 10A Y/Bl Bu/R Bu/R W W/Bl W/Bl

W/G 15A Y/Bl Lb Lg W/R W/R

W/Bl 30A 15A Y/Bl W/G W/G W/Bl W/Bl GREEN W/Y W/Y W/Y W Bl EARTH

W/Bl W/Bl 10A W/Bl W Lb Lg Bl WW W W Bl/Bu Bl/Bu MAIN RELAY

W W 10A Bl/W Bl/W Bl/Y Bl/Y

Bl Bl W/Bl W/Bl 10A W/Bl

NEUTRAL Lg/R Lg/R GEAR IN NEUTRAL SWITCH W Bl/Bu Bl BATTERY (12V) Bl GREEN NEUTRAL SWITCH Bl Bl Bl/Bu Bl/Bu TRIM ANGLE ESRSWITCH SENSOR Bl Bl Y/Bu Y/Bu

Lg./Bl BLUE Lg/Bl BLUE CONNECTOR PULSE TACHOMETER SENSOR MAP

POWER TILT Gr Bl Lg Lg W/Bl W/Bl RED

Lb BLACK Lb SENSOR 2 CMP Bl

Bl SVSCP Bu Y Y/Bl SENSOR 1 CMP R

G SENSOR CKP W

Bu W/Bu Bl/Bu Lg/W Lg/Bl R/Bu Br/Y W/R Bl/R Bl/R Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/G G/R Bu Gr W Bl G Y R Y R SCS EMS2 EMS1 TACHO ACGL WARNL OPL OHL BUZZ VCC3 NTSW SG1 PB VCC1 TDC2M TDC2P TDC1M TDC1P CRKM CRKP IGP2 IGP1 ECU EACVM EAC VP K-LINE OPSH ACGF O2HT TOH2 TOH1 OPSL VCC2 FLCS IGN6 IGN5 IGN4 IGN3 IGN2 IGN1 FLR2 FLR1 INJ6 INJ5 INJ4 INJ3 INJ2 INJ1 SVS SG2 PG2 PG1 STS G FUP VTS LG2 LG1 THL FFD KS O2 PA TA G/Bl TE G Bl EARTH Bu Bu/W W/Bu Bu/Bl Br/W Y/Bu Bu/Y W/Bl R/Bu Bu/R Lg/R Lg/R G/W W/G W/G G/Bl G/Bl R/W Bl/Y R/Bl R/Bl G/R G/Y Y/R R/Y Y/R Bu Bu Bu Br Br W Bl Bl G G Y R R R Bu P Bl G/Bl G ESRSENSOR SENSOR THROTTLE VALVE IAC Br/W

G/R PUMP FUEL ESRSENSOR2 SENSOR Bu/Y Bu/R TA

Bl Bl G/R SENSOR 1 TOH

INJECTOR No.1 FUEL Y/Bl

G/R Br TOH

INJECTOR No.2 FUEL Y/Bl G/R PA

R No.1 IGNITIONCOIL No.4 IGNITIONCOIL G/R PLUG SPARK TO PLUG SPARK TO INJECTOR No.3 FUEL

Y/Bl SENSOR TE R/W Bu/R Y/Bl Y/Bl Bu Bl Bl G/R No.2 IGNITIONCOIL Bu No.5 IGNITIONCOIL PLUG SPARK TO PLUG SPARK TO (HIGH) SWITCH PRESSURE OIL NIEENGINE ENGINE Y/R

INJECTOR No.4 FUEL Y/Bl IGNITOR IGNITOR G/R (LOW) SWITCH PRESSURE OIL No.3 IGNITIONCOIL No.6 IGNITIONCOIL P PLUG SPARK TO TO Y PLUG SPARK IGNITOR IGNITOR

INJECTOR No.5 FUEL Y/Bl Bu/W Bu/Bl R/Bu SENSOR KNOCK SWITCH LEVEL SEPARATOR Y/R WATER Br IGNITOR IGNITOR Bu/Y W/G INJECTOR No.6 FUEL

Y/Bl BLUE G/R

Bl Y/Bu SENSOR OXYGEN HEATED SOL SPOOL Gr G/W W

W VALVE CUT FUEL R R VALVE SOLENOID CONTROL INMN

Y/Bl BLACK Y/Bl Y/Bl

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TACHOMETER TRIM METER VOLTMETER HOUR METER Y Y Y Y Bl Bl Bl Bl Bl Bl Bl Bl Gr Bl/Y R/W R/W R/W R/W R/W Y/Bu

METER HARNESS B ENGINE ENGINE TO SPEED OIL OIL INMN METER LIGHT PRESSURE PRESSURE SEPARATOR HEATED CONTROL TO LIGHTING THROTTLE TA TOH TOH PA TE SWITCH KNOCK LEVEL OXYGEN SOLENOID SWITCH SENSORSENSORSENSOR 1 SENSOR 2 SENSOR SENSOR SWITCH (LOW) SENSOR SWITCH SENSOR VALVE (HIGH) Bl/Y Bl/Y Bl R/W

Bl Bl WATER POWER R/W P R/Bu Br Bl Bl W W

R/W Gr

TRIM-TILT Y/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R G/R R/W Y/Bl

Y Br/W SWITCHBl/Y W W ECU BLUE

MAP CMP CKP SENSOR SENSOR 2 SENSOR

W Br/W Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl W/Bl W/Bl G/R 10A SG2 THLVCC2 R/Bl Lb Lg

W/Bl TA R/Y Y R G W Bl TE R/W Bu TOH1 R/Bl BATTERY TOH2 R (12V) Bl/R METER 10A 15A 15A 30A 10A 10A 10A Bl

Gr HARNESS A

CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY Bl/Y Y/Bu PA W/Bu Y/Bl IGP1 OPSH Y/R Bl W W Y/Bl W/Y W/R

W/G IGP2 W/Bl W/Bl W/Bl Lb Lg

W/Bl Bu CRKP OPSL W CRKM STOP SWITCH KS P G TDC1P FFD R/Bu EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH R TDC1M CMP Br SENSOR 1 Bl EMERGENCY Y TDC2P FUP G Bl TDC2M NEUTRAL SWITCH FLCS R Y Y R R Bl Bl Gr Br/Y VCC1 Bl/Y Bl/Y

W O2 Y/Bu Lg/Bl Lg/Bl W Bl/Y PUSH or LOCK Bl W/Bl W/Bl PB Bl/Bu W/R PLATE OFF Bl/R Bl/R SG1 G/R Bl SVS POWER TRIM-TILT SWITCH NORMAL GEAR IN Bl/R VTS G/Y

Y/G Y/G K-LINE Bu BUZZER Bl/Y Bl/Y O2HT W/Bl Br Bl Bl/Y Bu Bu Gr IGN1 R IGN2 Bu/Bl Y/Bl COMB Lb Lg W/Bl Lb IGN3 W/G SWITCH W/Bl NEUTRAL IGN4 Lg Bl Bu/R Bl Bl/Y W/Y W/R W/G Lg/R Bl/W Bu/R W/Bl W/Bl COMB SWITCH NORMAL Bl/Bu IGN5 Bu/W IGN6 Bu/Y Y/Bl UP Bl/Y Bl/Y FUEL Bl/Y SVSCP FLR1 Lg/R CUT DOWN No.1 IGNITION COIL VALVE Bl FLR2 Lg/R Bl Bl ACGF W/G TO INDICATOR SPARK Bl WW LIGHT Bl/R W STS W Bl/Y W/R W/Y W/G R Lg/R Bu/R W/Bl Bl/W W/Bl PLUG Bl/R Bl/Bu

G/W SPOOL PG1 G Y/Bl

Bl/R Bu/Bl PG2 IGNITOR SOL Bl/W Bl/WYACG 150A Bl/Bu G R RED NTSW W/Bl Lg/Bl EAC VP G/W BLACK W/Bl VCC3 EACVM Bl E IG BAT LOAD W/Bl W Y/G BUZZ No.2 IGNITION COIL Y/Bl ST Bl TACHOMETER R OHL INJ1 Br PULSE INDICATOR LIGHT Bl Y OPL INJ2 TO COLOR Bl Bl/R W/Bl Bl/Y Bl/W CONNECTOR R SPARK WARNL INJ3 Bl Bl MAIN RELAY R/Bu INJ4 Bu PLUG W/G Bl/Y W/Bu ACGL Y IGNITOR OFF Bl/Y Gr Gr TACHO Y/R EMS1 INJ5 ON Y Bl/R INJ6 Y/Bu MOTOR BLUE EMS2 No.3 IGNITION COIL R Bl/R LG1 G/Bl START SCS Lg/W LG2 G/Bl TO Y/Bl Y/Bl SPARK Bl Bl PLUG Gr Bu

W/Bu W/Bu Y/Bl R/Bu R/Bu IGNITOR Bu/R

W STARTER W/G W/Bl LgW/Bu Lb GREEN Br Bl

Gr Lb Lg Bl Y/G Bl/Y Bl/R Y/Bu W/Bl Bl/W Lg/Bl Bl Y/Bl Bu PGM CHG Bl/W G TO Y/G No.4 IGNITION COIL SPARK Y/Bl Bl PLUG W/Bu TO IGNITOR R/Bu Y/Bu SPARK Bl/Y PLUG IGNITOR Bu/W W/Bl Lg Bl/R SPARK Lb PLUG Gr No.5 IGNITION COIL Y Y IGNITOR R R BLACK Bu/Y

Bl/W Y/G Bl Br Y/Bu TO Bl/Y EARTH

No.6 IGNITION COIL W/Bl Lg Bl/R Gr Lb Lg/Bl

EARTH GREEN IAC BLACK VALVE Bl G G Bl Bl Bl Bl Lg Lb Bu Bu G/Bl G/Bl Bu/R W/Bl Y/Bu Lg/Bl Lg Bl/Bu Bl SWITCH SENSOR SWITCH No.2 FUEL No.3 FUEL No.4 FUEL No.5 FUEL No.6 FUEL G Lb INJECTOR INJECTOR INJECTOR INJECTOR INJECTOR

Bu W NEUTRAL SWITCH

POWER TILT RELAY GREEN BLUE BLACK Y R Bl Br Bu Y/R Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/Bu NEUTRAL Bu/Y

Bl BLACK Br BROWN Bl Lg Lb Y/Bu W/Bl Lg/Bl

Y YELLOW O ORANGE G Bu Bu BLUE Lb LIGHT BLUE Bl Bl/Bu FUEL G GREEN Lg LIGHT GREEN

Bl Bl/Bu Bl R RED P PINK PUMP W WHITE Gr GRAY POWER TILT GEAR IN MOTOR COLOR COMB : GROUND/MARKING TRIM ANGLE POWER TILT NEUTRAL No.1 FUEL INJECTOR BF175A OM(31ZY2605)-AH3/14/0511:57AMPage4 PANEL-MOUNT/TOP-MOUNT REMOTECONTROLTYPES(ForDigitalMeter) DIAGRAM WIRING COLOR COMB:GROUND/MARKING W R G Bu Y Bl Bl Bl/Y

WHITE RED GREEN BLUE YELLOW BLACK Y/Bu Gr Bl SWITCH TO LIGHTING

GREEN R/W R/W EL Gr P Lg Lb O Br Bl/Y Bl/Y

Bl Bl Gr Gr TACHO GRAY PINK LIGHT GREEN LIGHT BLUE ORANGE BROWN G G Bu Bu Bl Bl W/Bu W/Bu R/Bu R/Bu

Y/Bu Y/R TRIM Bl Bl R Lg/Bl Lg (R) Y TUBE MARKER B Y (Y) R EMERGENCY STOPSWITCH

PLATE OFF PUSH orLOCK Lg/Bl Lg/Bl NORMAL Bl/Y TACHOMETER

R R O/H (Bl/Y) Bl/Y 7.5A Gr Gr Bl/R

Y/Bu Y/Bu Y Y O/P Bl Bl Bl Bl

R/Bu G/R PGM NEUTRAL SWITCH NEUTRAL GEAR IN

W/Bu G/W ACG (W/Bl) (Bl/Y) (Bl/Y) (Bl/R) Bl/W W/Bl W/Bl Bl/Y Bl/R Bl/R Bl/Y Bl/Y Y/G (Bl) (Bl) Gr Lg Lb Gr Br Bl Bl Bl R YY Bl/Bu Bl Bl W/Bl Bl/W Bl/Y Bl/R Bl/Y Bl/Y Bl/R Bl/R Y/G Bl Bl Bl R POWER TRIM-TILT SWITCH (Lg/Bl) (W/Bl) (Bl/W) (Y/Bu) (Bl/Y) (Bl/R) (Y/G) (Gr) (Lb) (Lg) (Br) (Bl) NORMAL (R) (Y) DOWN

UP R/W R/W EL CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY

LIGHT INDICATOR Bl/Y Bl/Y SWITCH COMB BUZZER STOP SWITCH EMERGENCY Lg TRIP SPEED W/Bl

Bl Bl Lb PULSE1 FUEL Lg/Bl Y/Bu Bl/W W/Bl Bl/Y Bl/R Y/G G G Gr Lb Lg Br Bl R Y COMB SWITCH SPEED METER COLOR START W/Bl OFF ON Lg Lb Bl O IN FL WATER Bu Bu BROWN Bl E lRWB lYBl/W Bl/Y W/Bl Bl/R IG SWITCH TRIM-TILT POWER W/Bu R/Bu Y/Bl LEVEL FUEL

BAT Lb Lb P W/Bl W/Bl W/Bu R/Bu Y/Bl P/Bl LOAD Bu Bl G Lg Lg INDICATOR LIGHT GREEN BLACK CHG ST PULSE2 FUEL SENSOR RESERVE FUEL PGM O

Bl W/Bu R/Bu W/Bl Y/Bu Bl/W Bl/R Bl/Y Y/Bl Y/G Bu Gr Lb Lg Bl Bl G R Y MOTOR TILT POWER

W/G W/Bu G W/Bl Y/Bl

Bu POWER TILT RELAY ACG

W 150A

W Bu G MOTOR STARTER W

W/R 10A Y/Bl Bu/R Bu/R W W/Bl W/Bl

W/G 15A Y/Bl Lb Lg W/R W/R

W/Bl 30A 15A Y/Bl W/G W/G W/Bl W/Bl GREEN W/Y W/Y W/Y W Bl EARTH

W/Bl W/Bl 10A W/Bl W Lb Lg Bl WW W W Bl/Bu Bl/Bu MAIN RELAY

W W 10A Bl/W Bl/W Bl/Y Bl/Y

Bl Bl W/Bl W/Bl 10A W/Bl

NEUTRAL Lg/R Lg/R GEAR IN NEUTRAL SWITCH W Bl/Bu Bl BATTERY (12V) Bl GREEN NEUTRAL SWITCH Bl Bl Bl/Bu Bl/Bu TRIM ANGLE ESRSWITCH SENSOR Bl Bl Y/Bu Y/Bu

Lg/Bl BLUE Lg/Bl BLUE CONNECTOR PULSE TACHOMETER SENSOR MAP

POWER TILT Gr Bl Lg Lg W/Bl W/Bl RED

Lb BLACK Lb SENSOR 2 CMP Bl

Bl SVSCP Bu Y Y/Bl ESR1SENSOR SENSOR 1 CMP R

G CKP W

Bu W/Bu Bl/Bu Lg/W Lg/Bl R/Bu Br/Y W/R Bl/R Bl/R Y/Bl Y/Bl Y/G G/R Bu Gr W Bl G Y R Y R SCS EMS2 EMS1 TACHO ACGL WARNL OPL OHL BUZZ VCC3 NTSW SG1 PB VCC1 TDC2M TDC2P TDC1M TDC1P CRKM CRKP IGP2 IGP1 ECU EACVM EAC VP K-LINE OPSH ACGF TOH2 TOH1 O2HT OPSL VCC2 FLCS IGN6 IGN5 IGN4 IGN3 IGN2 IGN1 FLR2 FLR1 INJ6 INJ5 INJ4 INJ3 INJ2 INJ1 SVS SG2 VTS PG2 PG1 STS G FUP LG2 LG1 THL FFD O2 KS PA TA G/Bl TE G Bl EARTH Bu Bu/W W/Bu Bu/Bl Br/W Y/Bu Bu/Y W/Bl R/Bu Bu/R Lg/R Lg/R G/W W/G W/G G/Bl G/Bl R/W Bl/Y R/Bl R/Bl G/Y G/R R/Y Y/R Y/R Bu Bu Bu Br Br W Bl Bl G G Y R R R Bu P Bl G/Bl G SENSOR THROTTLE VALVE IAC Br/W

G/R PUMP FUEL Bu/Y Bu/R SENSOR TA

Bl Bl G/R SENSOR 1 TOH

INJECTOR No.1 FUEL Y/Bl

G/R Br SENSOR 2 TOH

INJECTOR No.2 FUEL Y/Bl G/R SENSOR PA

R No.1 IGNITIONCOIL No.4 IGNITONCOIL G/R PLUG SPARK TO PLUG SPARK TO INJECTOR No.3 FUEL

Y/Bl SENSOR TE R/W Bu/R Y/Bl Y/Bl Bu Bl Bl G/R No.2 IGNITONCOIL Bu No.5 IGNITONCOIL PLUG SPARK TO PLUG SPARK TO (HIGH) SWITCH PRESSURE OIL ENGINE Y/R

INJECTOR No.4 FUEL Y/Bl IGNITOR IGNITOR G/R (LOW) SWITCH PRESSURE OIL ENGINE No.3 IGNITONCOIL No.6 IGNITONCOIL P PLUG SPARK TO TO Y PLUG SPARK IGNITOR IGNITOR INJECTOR No.5 FUEL

Y/Bl SENSOR KNOCK Bu/W Bu/Bl R/Bu SWITCH LEVEL SEPARATOR Y/R WATER Br IGNITOR IGNITOR Bu/Y W/G INJECTOR No.6 FUEL

Y/Bl BLUE G/R

Bl Y/Bu SENSOR OXYGEN HEATED SOL SPOOL Gr G/W W

W VALVE CUT FUEL R R VALVE SOLENOID CONTROL INMN

Y/Bl BLACK Y/Bl Y/Bl

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