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8. Engage the emergency stop<br />
switch clip with the emergency<br />
stop switch and attempt to start<br />
the engine (be sure the water<br />
level is at least 2 inches above the<br />
anti-ventilation plate).<br />
l If the engine fails to start, re-<br />
move the spark plugs, clean<br />
and dry the electrodes, then re-<br />
install the spark plugs and at-<br />
tempt to start the engine again.<br />
l If the engine starts, and no me-<br />
chanical damage is evident,<br />
continue run the engine for a l/2<br />
hour or longer.<br />
l If there was water in the en-<br />
gine crankcase, or the used en-<br />
gine oil showed signs of water<br />
contamination, then a second<br />
engine oil change should be<br />
performed after running the en-<br />
gine for a l/2 hour.<br />
9. Take the outboard motor to your<br />
closest authorized <strong>Honda</strong> <strong>Marine</strong><br />
dealer for inspection and service<br />
as soon as possible.<br />
10. MAINTENANCE<br />
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