{"product_id":"qbp306476","title":"Garmin Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot Check Valve Kit, for 1.2L\/2.0L Pumps","description":"\u003ch6\u003eOverview\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Garmin 010-11203-10 is an autopilot check valve kit used with 1.2L and 2.0L hydraulic autopilot pumps to keep the pump isolated from the steering system when the autopilot is not active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, it helps stop slow pressure bleed-down through the pump while the autopilot is disengaged, so the helm feel stays more consistent during manual steering. It is commonly used on boats that do not have rudder trim tabs, or where trim tabs are not keeping the boat properly balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eKey features\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor hydraulic autopilot installations using 1.2L and 2.0L autopilot pumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds check valves to isolate the autopilot pump from the steering system when the autopilot is off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps prevent slow pressure leak-down through the pump while disengaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for Garmin Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOften unnecessary on boats with properly adjusted rudder trim tabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch6\u003eCompatibility and fit\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis kit is meant for Garmin hydraulic autopilot systems that use the 1.2L or 2.0L pump, including Reactor 40 Hydraulic Autopilot installations. If your setup matches those pump sizes, it addresses the common issue of steering pressure relaxing through the pump when the autopilot is not engaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf the boat already holds course cleanly under manual steering and the helm does not slowly \"creep\" with the autopilot off, you may not see a benefit. When the symptom is slow pressure leak-down through the pump, check valves are the typical fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eInstallation and setup\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe check valves are installed in the hydraulic plumbing so flow behaves normally while you steer, while blocking backflow through the autopilot pump when it is disengaged. Any work that opens the steering circuit should be followed by a careful bleed and a lock-to-lock steering check at the dock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter installation and the first sea trial, inspect all connections again for seepage and confirm the steering feel is smooth and predictable with the autopilot both engaged and disengaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch6\u003eUse notes on board\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith the kit in place, the autopilot can engage as usual, and when you disengage it the steering system is less likely to slowly equalize through the pump. This is most noticeable on longer runs where the autopilot cycles on and off, or when holding a heading matters while you are setting lines, docking, or navigating tight channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match for hydraulic-steered boats that want the helm feel to stay consistent between manual driving and autopilot use, without needing constant trim adjustments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garmin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52269416579253,"sku":"QBP306476","price":299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0977\/8171\/1029\/files\/1299956_qbp306476.jpg?v=1771543788","url":"https:\/\/www.qualityboatparts.com\/products\/qbp306476","provider":"Quality Boat Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}