Honda BF115A, BF130A Outboard Motors Shop Manual., Page 8Get this manual

Honda BF115A, BF130A Outboard Motors Shop Manual., Page 8

SERVICE RULES Use genuine Honda or Honda-recommended parts and lubricants or their equivalentsParts that do not meet Honda's design specifications may damage the unitUse the special tools designed for the productInstall new gaskets, O-rings, etcwhen assemblingWhen torquing bolts or nuts, begin with larger-diameter or inner bolts first, and tighten to the specified torque diagonally, unless particular sequence is specifiedClean parts in cleaning solvent upon disassemblyLubricate any sliding surfaces before assemblyAfter assembly, check all parts for proper installation and operationMany screws used in this machine are self-tappingBe aware that cross-threading or overtightening these screws will strip the female threads and ruin the holeUse only metric tools when servicing this unitMetric bolts, nuts and screws are not interchangeable with nonmetric fastenersThe use of incorrect tools and fasteners will damage the unitFollow the instructions represented by these symbols when they are used: