- Honda Tiller Owner's Manual

5. Change the engine oil (page 36).
6. Lubricate the piston and cylinder
a. Remove the spark plug (page 40)
b. Pour a tablespoon of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter
rope several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder.
Reinstall the spark plug.
NOTE:
While the spark plug is removed, inspect the plug, and clean, gap, or
replace it if necessary.
c. Pull the starter rope unit1 you feel resistance. This closes the valves,
which helps to protect the cylinder from corrosion.
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