Engaging Autoheading

Autoheading allows the boat to automatically maintain a heading while underway.

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Important

  • The operator must remain at the helm at all times. Autoheading is NOT designed to allow unattended operation of the boat.

  • It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the passage is safe to navigate before engaging the autopilot.

  1. Ensure that the engines are running.
  2. Place at least one running engine in forward gear.
    Note

    Autoheading does not function with Electronic Remote Control (ERC) levers in neutral or reverse.

  3. Steer the boat to the desired heading.
  4. Engage Autoheading by:

    • Selecting the Autoheading button on the autopilot sidebar and then selecting Engage Autopilot.

    • Pressing the physical Pilot button on an Axiom® 2 Pro display or pressing and holding the physical STBY (Auto) button on an Axiom® Pro display or RMK remote.

  5. Adjustments to the heading can be made in 1° and 10° increments using the controls on the Autopilot sidebar.