Operation Manual

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
1. ENGINE OIL
CAUTION:
l Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.
Non-detergent oils and vegetable oils are not recommended.
l Be sure to check the engine on a level surface with the engine stopped.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil or an
equivalent high-detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufac-
turer’s requirements for Service
Classification SE or SF. Motor oils
classified SE or SF will show this
designation on the container.
SAE low-40 is recommended for
-
general, all-temperature use.
-30 -20 -10 0 10
20 30 40°C
Other viscosities shown in the chart
Ambient temperature
may be used when the average
temperature in your area is within the
indicated range.
1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.
2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in.
3. If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommend-
ed oil.
CAUTION:
l Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine
damage.
l Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.
Nondetergent oils, castor-based oils and 2-stroke engine oils are not
recommended because they have inadequate lubricating character-
istics.