Garmin Reactor 40 Kicker Steering Actuator Linkage Parts, For Honda/Yamaha/Mercury/Tohatsu Carbureted Outboards

Overview

The Garmin 010-12826-02 is a set of steering actuator linkage parts for connecting a Reactor 40 Kicker autopilot steering actuator to the steering arm on select outboard motors. It is the hardware that bridges the actuator to the motor so the autopilot can physically turn the kicker while you hold a heading at slow speed.

This set is intended for Honda, Yamaha, Mercury, and Tohatsu carbureted outboards. The linkage bar is not included, and some engines call for additional linkage pieces, including Suzuki-specific linkage parts (010-12826-04) and Yamaha EFI linkage parts (010-12826-05).

Key features

• Steering linkage parts for the Reactor 40 Kicker autopilot steering actuator
• Listed fit for Honda, Yamaha, Mercury, and Tohatsu carbureted outboards
• Supports a clean actuator-to-motor connection when rigging an autopilot on a kicker setup
• Linkage bar is not included
• Additional linkage parts are required for Suzuki outboards (010-12826-04) and Yamaha EFI outboards (010-12826-05)

Compatibility and fit

This is a mechanical linkage accessory, not an autopilot by itself. Fit comes down to your outboard make and whether the motor is carbureted or EFI, plus the shape and clearance around the steering arm area where the linkage attaches.

Before final tightening, check that the linkage can move lock to lock without binding and still clears the cowling, transom bracket, and any steering components through the full trim and tilt range. Any contact points here tend to show up first when you hit chop or when the motor is trimmed up for trailering.

Installation and setup

Installation typically happens after the steering actuator is mounted. Set the motor straight ahead, position the actuator at mid travel, then adjust the linkage so the connection sits square and does not preload the steering arm.

Once the mechanical side is free-moving, run the Reactor 40 Kicker setup and calibration steps. It is worth rechecking the linkage hardware after the first few trips since vibration and repeated trim cycles can settle the fasteners.

Use on board

This linkage is a practical add-on for boats that troll on a kicker, run long idle-speed transits, or want autopilot steering control on an auxiliary outboard where the actuator needs the correct motor-side connection to do its job.

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