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Summary of Contents for Outboard motor BF8D/9.9D

Page 1: ...2001 HONDA MOTOR CO LTD 2000 31ZW8600 00X31 ZW8 6000 KINKOS 100 2002 08 PRINTED IN U S A EM3 BF8D 9 9D BFP8D 9 9D Owner s Manual...

Page 2: ...t 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 Hon...

Page 3: ...l That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your outboard motor other property or the environment We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your respo...

Page 4: ...to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining an outboard motor You must use your own good judgment You will find important safety information in a variety of forms includ...

Page 5: ...odels equipped with electric starter _____________________________16 R Type remote control Ignition Switch _____________________________ 16 Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch 17 Fast Idle Lever ___...

Page 6: ...ON __ _____ _____ ______ _____ _ 30 ARE YOU READY TO GET UNDER WAY 30 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR READY TO GO 30 OPERATION _______________________________ 32 4 SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 32 BREAK IN PROCED...

Page 7: ...____________58 Gear Oil Change ____________________________59 Lubrication points ___________________________61 Spark Plug Service _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 62 REFUELING _______...

Page 8: ...LIMITED remote control type 83 SUBMERGED MOTOR _____________________ 84 TECHNICAL AND CONSUMER INFORMATION 86 TECHNICALINFORMATION Serial Number locations ______________________86 Carburetor Modificat...

Page 9: ...e necessary safeguards to protect people and property Know how to stop the engine quickly in caseof emergency Understand the use of all controls Stop the engine immediately if anyone falls overboard a...

Page 10: ...m the boat for refueling Keep the portable fuel tank away from the battery or other potential spark sources Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Avoid overfilling the fuel tank After refueling tigh...

Page 11: ...CALL A PHYSICIAN IMMEDIATELY GASOLINE FLAMMABLE DANGER The labels shown here contain important safety information Pleaseread them carefully These labels are considered permanent parts of your outboar...

Page 12: ...0 0 0 0 0 Refer to this chart for an explanation of the Type Codes used in this manual to identify control and feature applications BF8D BF9 9D BFP8D BFP9 9D are provided with the following types acco...

Page 13: ...ype only J FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR I SWITCH CLIP COOLING SYSTEM INDICATOR ENGINE OIL DRAIN SCRE TILT LEVER SCREW WATER HOSE ADJUSTING JOINT HOLE ROD GEAR 0 CHECK COOLING WATER INTAKE PORT ANTI CAVITATION...

Page 14: ...OVER WATER HOSE JOINT HOLE hide engine cover I REMOTE CONTRC FRICTION ADJUSTER L i CEASHlm THRO l l LE CONTROL LEVER I NEUTRAL RELEASE LEVER COOLING WATE INTAKE PORT NCY ITCH OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LI...

Page 15: ...CONTROLS AND FEATURES FUEL GAUGE VENT KNOB I FUEL TANK PRIMING BULB FUEL HOSE FUEL HOSE CONNECTOR FEMALE 13...

Page 16: ...tor s PFD Personal Floation Device or worn around the wrist as shown When used as described the engine stop switch and lanyard system stops the engine if the operator falls away from the controls A sp...

Page 17: ...wise to increase friction for holding athrottle setting while cruising Turn the dial counterclockwise to decreasefriction for easy throttle grip rotation Gearshift Lever R reverse N neutral The gearsh...

Page 18: ...ter Lti 1 ELECTRIC STARTER BUlTON Pressthe starter button to operate the electric starter for starting the engine The electric starter button can be used to operate the starter motor only when the gea...

Page 19: ...tion switch to the OFF position stops the engine Switch Clip and Emergency Stop Switch side mount type EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH SiVITCH CLIP LANiARLl LANYARD SWITCH CLIP The switch clip must be inserted...

Page 20: ...er is in the lowest position 18 TION LEVER Leave the fast idle lever in the lowest position will provide a rich fuel mixture for starting a cold engine Lift the fast idle lever to warm up a cold engin...

Page 21: ...from N neutral selects the gear and further movement increases engine speed A friction adjuster near the baseof the control lever adjusts the operating resistance of the control lever p 45 Less fricti...

Page 22: ...engine cover to the outboard motor 20 Transom Angle Adjusting Rod The transom angle adjusting rod limits the tilt angle of the outboard motor when fully lowered R type XH type ADJUSTING ROD SH I LH ty...

Page 23: ...e cruising or to prevent the outboard motor from swinging while trailering the boat Tilt Lever The tilt lever enables the outboard motor to be raised for shallow water operation beaching launching or...

Page 24: ...lso equipped with a buzzer that sounds when the green light goes off Low oil pressure indicates that the engine oil level is low or that there is a problem with the engine lubrication system Overheati...

Page 25: ...v limiter to prevent the possibility of mechanical damage from excessive engine speed The overrev limiter may be activated during operation limiting engine speed if the outboard motor is tilted excess...

Page 26: ...vent knob to seal the portable fuel tank for carrying it to and from the boat Open the vent knob 2 or 3 turns before starting the engine p 34 Fuel Priming Bulb OUTLET END A priming bulb is built into...

Page 27: ...plications the outboard motor should have a horsepower rating which provides 80 of the maximum recommended horsepower for the boat BOAT TRANSOM REQUIREMENTS Honda BF8D BFPgD BF9 9D and BFP9 9D outboar...

Page 28: ...ied to accommodate the outboard motor contact the boat manufacturer and follow their recommendations for corrective action ATTACHMElNT I t CLAMP SCREW CLAMP SCREW MOUNTING HOLE MOUNTING HOLE BOARD BOA...

Page 29: ...hts and electrical accessories for the boat should be connected to the battery The battery should be kept in a corrosion resistant battery box that is securely mounted in a location away from the fuel...

Page 30: ...ATTERY DC RECEPTACLE COVER plug is removed in order to keep the receptacle clean and dry Battery Minimum Requirements 12V 35AH Battery Terminals TERMINAL TERMINAL BLACK or GREEN Connect the positive b...

Page 31: ...INSTALLATION Be careful to avoid connecting the battery in reverse polarity as that will damage the battery charging system in the outboard motor 29...

Page 32: ...h the emergency stop switch lanyard securely to your PFD or to your wrist IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR READY TO GO For your safety and to maximize the service life of your equipment it is very important to...

Page 33: ...are operating properly Replace any damaged parts Check that all fasteners are in place and securely tightened Maintenance Inspection Check the engine oil level p 55 Running the engine with a low oil...

Page 34: ...urs Proper break in operation allows the moving parts to wear in smoothly for best performance and long service life First 15 minutes Run the engine at trolling speed Use the minimum throttle opening...

Page 35: ...the outboard motor so it is not resting on the rod R type XH Type Push the rod in and turn the end of the rod up so the latch will fall into line with the rod SH LH Type Pinch the end of the rod Remov...

Page 36: ...el tank in the boat so it won t move around and become damaged Before use open the fuel tank vent by turning the vent knob at least 2 or 3 turns counterclock wise Gasoline is highly flammable and expl...

Page 37: ...ng becausethat could flood the carburetors STARTING THE ENGINE H Type tiller handle II LANYARD 1 Put the emergency stop switch clip in the engine stop switch and attach the lanyard to your PFD Persona...

Page 38: ...arshift lever is in the F forward or R reverse position CHOW KNOB manual choke gjpe 3 To start a cold engine pull the choke knob to the CLOSED position To restart a warm engine leave the choke knob in...

Page 39: ...ter motor and can damage it Pushing the electric starter button while the engine is running can damage the starter motor and flywheel If the choke knob was pulled to the CLOSED position to start the e...

Page 40: ...Pcr sonal Flotation Device or to your wrist as shown 38 The engine will not start or run unless the clip is in the switch The emergency stop switch clip and lanyard system is a safety device that wil...

Page 41: ...lever is lowered 4 Turn the ignition switch key to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts When the engine starts release the key allowing it to return to the ON position If the...

Page 42: ...he engine for at least IO minutes at 2 000 t pm During the warm up period check the oil pressure indicator p 22 overheating indicator p 22 and cooling system indicator p 23 If the indicators show any...

Page 43: ...ontrols if needed Turn the ignition switch key to the ON position RECOIL STARTER FLANGE BOLT ASSEMBLY I 4 Set the knotted end of the emergency starter rope in the notch in the flywheel Wind the rope c...

Page 44: ...e the emergency stop switch lanyard from your wrist to perform the emergency starting procedure be sure the lanyard is attached to your wrist before operating the outboard motor Have your closest auth...

Page 45: ...E GRIP ow L N neutral I Move the throttle grip to the slow est speed and control gears to N neutral position EN NE STOP SWITCH IGNITION SWITCH 2 Turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position or pre...

Page 46: ...Type tiller handle R rwersel To shift gears turn the throttle grip to the SLOW position then move the gearshift lever to select F forward N neutral or R reverse gears The engine can be started with th...

Page 47: ...otation R Types remote control Side Mount Type CONTROL LEVER RELEASE LEVER To shift gears move the control lever to select F forward N neutral and R reverse gears The control lever cannot be moved fro...

Page 48: ...FRICTION LEVER Use the steering friction lever to help hold a steady course while cruising Move the lever to the LOCK direction to increase steering friction for holding a steady course Move the lever...

Page 49: ...and check the trim angle of the outboard motor Trim Install the outboard motor at the best trim angle for stable cruising and maximum power Trim angle too large Incorrect causes boat to spuat Trim ang...

Page 50: ...t While the outboard motor is tilted proceed at a low speed and do not operate the outboard motor in reverse The outboard motor will rise suddenly if operated in reverse Monitor water flow from the co...

Page 51: ...f the water while the boat is moored or for maximum clearance when beaching or launching tilt the outboard motor to the 7Ioposition Stop the engine before tilting the outboard motor The 7lo position i...

Page 52: ...ks that are more difficult or require special tools arc best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to n...

Page 53: ...intenance or repairs This will eliminate several potential hazards Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot pa...

Page 54: ...plied with the outboard motor for simple maintenance procedures and emergency repairs An emergency starter rope is also supplied Keep these items on the boat so they will always be available if you ne...

Page 55: ...er cotter pin Check Lubrication Grease l Fuel tank and tank filter Clean l Emission related items Each use First month or 20 hrs Every 6 months or 100 hrs Every year Or 200 hrs I Lubricate more freque...

Page 56: ...Check Anode Check l Emission related items Each USC 0 0 First month or 20 hrs 0 2 Every 6 months or 100 hrs Every 2 years 0 7 Every year or 200 hrs 0 0 2 0 2 I Lubricate more frequently when used in s...

Page 57: ...the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the outboard motor in the vertical position I Unlatch and remove the engine cover 2 Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean OILLEVELDIPSTICK 3 Insert th...

Page 58: ...engine oil drain screw and tighten it securely Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment lfyou change your own oil please dispose of the used oil properly Put it in a sealed co...

Page 59: ...r a non Honda filter which is not of equivalent quality may cause engine damage Screw on the new filter by hand until it contacts the engine then use suitable tool to tighten the filter an additional...

Page 60: ...ended range The SAE oil viscosity and service classification are in the API label on the oil container Honda recommends that you use API SERVICE category SC SH or SJ oil with the starburst certificati...

Page 61: ...on Place suitable container below the oil drain hole to catch the used oil then remove the oil level plug and oil drain plug Remove any metal particles from the magnetic end of the oil drain plug 3 Al...

Page 62: ...ll the oil level plug and the oil drain plug GEAR OIL CAPACITY 0 301 US qt 2X5 cm3 Outboard motor SAE 00 hypoid gear oil API Service classification GL 4 or GL 5 OIL LEVEL PLUG VENT PLUG TORQUE 2 5 R l...

Page 63: ...icorrosion greaseto the following parts lubrication then every 20 hours or a month after the date of purchase for initial 100 hours or 6 months I I I u INOT CEI Apply anticorrosion oil to pivot surfac...

Page 64: ...from the spark plugs Remove the spark plugs with a spark plug wrench and screwdriver supplied in the tool kit 4 Inspect the spark plugs Replace them if the electrodes are worn or if the insulators arc...

Page 65: ...l kit to compress the sealing washer If reinstalling the used spark plugs tighten l 8 l 4 turn after the spark plugs seat If reinstalling new spark plugs tighten l 2 turn after the spark plugs seat Lo...

Page 66: ...ng install the cap and tighten it securely Turn the vent knob clockwise to the CLOSED position and rctum the fuel tank to the boat Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or serio...

Page 67: ...ands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists seean authorized Honda marine dealer piq Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage Running the engine with p...

Page 68: ...ilter as dcscribcd in the following steps Always replace the filter at the scheduled replacement interval p 54 3 Disconnect the fuel hose from the outboard motor and place clamps on the fuel hoses on...

Page 69: ...aning Fuel Tank Empty the portable fuel tank into an approved gasoline container Use a funnel to avoid spilling fuel Rinse the fuel tank with nonflammable solvent to remove any accumulated sediment Fu...

Page 70: ...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...

Page 71: ...ropeller The propeller blades may have sharp edges so wear heavy gloves to protect your hands Remove the cotter pin unscrew the castle nut remove the washer then remove the propeller and thrust washer...

Page 72: ...e the emergency engine stop switch clip from the engine stop switch and pull the recoil starter rope several times to expel any water remaining in the water pump 70 Touch up any damaged paint and coat...

Page 73: ...r The water level must be at least 2 inches above the antiventilation plate 1 0TlCEl Running the engine without good water circulation can cause overheating and water pump damage Damage caused by runn...

Page 74: ...ty does not cover fuel system damage or engine 72 performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation You can void fuel deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor I...

Page 75: ...e cylinders Reinstall the spark plugs p 63 u CARRYING HANDLE To carry the outboard motor hold it by the carrying handle or hold by the carrying handle and the lug beneath the engine cover latch as sho...

Page 76: ...ts side so no residual water can enter the engine exhaust port Any other horizontal storageposition may CUIISL damage lx ail leakage Cover the outboard motor to keep out dust Do not use sheet plastic...

Page 77: ...om the boat Refer to the manufacturer s instructions for using a motor support bar MOTOR SUPPORT BAR commercially available WITH OUTBOARD MOTOR REMOVED FROM BOAT Secure the outboard motor in either th...

Page 78: ...authorized Honda Marine dealer or refer to the shop manual Possible Cause Battery connections loose or corroded Battery discharged Fuse s burnt out Starter malfunction switch malfunction or electrical...

Page 79: ...ol lever not in neutral position Choke OPEN tiller handle and manual choke type Throttle grip not in START position tiller handle type Fast idle lever raised side mount type Correction Insert clip in...

Page 80: ...fuel tank and carburetors p 72 Refill with fresh gasoline p 64 4 Remove and inspect spark plugs Spark plugs faulty fouled or improperly Clean gap or replace spark plugs p gamed 62 Spark plugs wet with...

Page 81: ...e Turn throttle grip to START p 36 Fast idle lever raised side mount type Leave fast idle lever OFF unless engine is warm p 39 2 Check fuel 1 Fuel vent closed portable fuel tank 1 Open fuel tank vent...

Page 82: ...dealer or refer to the shop manual Carburetor malfunction fuel pump failure ignition malfunction etc Correction Replace or repair faulty components as necessary ENGINE OVERHEATS Possible Cause Correct...

Page 83: ...will not start or run Fuse Replacement 1 With the engine stopped remove the engine cover 2 Remove the fuse caselid 3 Remove and inspect the fuses If a fuse is burnt out install a replacement fuse of t...

Page 84: ...ubrication system If the throttle is closed suddenly after full throttle operation engine speed may drop below the specified idle t pm and that could activate the engine protection system momentarily...

Page 85: ...ting activates the engine protection system idle the engine in neutral and check the cooling system indicator If water is flowing from the cooling system indicator continue idling for 30 seconds If th...

Page 86: ...he used engine oil showed signs of water contamination then a second engine oil change should be performed after running the engine for half an hour 84 STARTER GRIP 4 Remove the spark plugs p 62 and r...

Page 87: ...ngine 8 If the engine fails to start remove the spark plugs clean and dry them then reinstall the spark plugs and attempt to start the engine again If the engine starts and no mechanical damage is evi...

Page 88: ...provided on this page You will need these numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries p 95 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The product identification number is stamped on a plate...

Page 89: ...d Honda marine dealer perform this carburetor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decreaseabout 3 5 for each I OOO foot 300 meter increase in altitude The effect of a...

Page 90: ...ne containing up to 10 ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 15 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 15 MTBE...

Page 91: ...maintenance of emission control systems The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emission standards Tampering and Al...

Page 92: ...not of the original design and quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system A manufacturer of an aftermarket part assumesthe responsibility that the part will not adversely af...

Page 93: ...l means Cleaner Marine Engine This engine has been certified as a c a 0 0 The Symbol for Cleaner Marine Engines Cleaner Air and Water for healthier lifestyle and environment Better Fuel Economy bums u...

Page 94: ...marine engines Two Stars Very Low Emission The two star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Boards 2004 exhaust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 20 lower emissi...

Page 95: ...r system Recoil starter 1 Electric starter Ignition system C D 1 Lubrication system Trochoid pump pressure lubrication Specified oil Engine API standard SG SH SJ SAE low 30 Gear case API standard GL 4...

Page 96: ...at _ D C output Cooling system Exhaust system Spark plugs Fuel pump Fuel I Automotive gasoline 91 research octane 86 pump octane Tank capacity 3 2 US gal 12 Z 2 6 Imp gal Gear change Forward Neutral...

Page 97: ...roblem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealership s management The Service Manager or General Manager can help Almost all problems are solved in this wa...

Page 98: ...WIRING DIAGRAM TILLER HANDLE TYPE with recoil starter and 6A charge coil a 96...

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Page 100: ...WIRING DIAGRAM REMOTE CONTROL TYPE L L 98...

Page 101: ...INFORMATION 95 CONTROLS ______________________________ 14 CONTROLS AND FEATURES IDENTIFICATION CODES 10 Cooling System Indicator 23 CRUlS NG _______________________________ 47 Electric Starter Button...

Page 102: ...NSTALLATION __________________________ 25 INSTALLATION POSITION 26 INSTRUMENTS ___________________________ 21 100 IS YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR READY TO GO 30 Lubrication points ____________________ 6 1 MAIN...

Page 103: ...____________________ 91 STARTING THE ENGINE ____________________ 35 HType tillerhandle 35 R Type remote control 38 STEERING 46 HType tillerhandle 46 R Type remote cobtrol 46 Steering Fiction Lever ___...

Page 104: ...___ I5 Tilt Lever ______________ _____ ______ ____ 21 TOOL KIT AND EMERGENCY STARTER ROPE 52 Transom Angle Adjusting Rod 20 TRANSOM ANGLE ADJUSTMENT 27 33 TRANSPORTING ___________________________ 75 W...

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