Homelite 997000258 Deck Lift Lever – Genuine OEM Replacement Mower Deck Lift Lever

Part Number: 997000258
Category: Outdoor Power Equipment Parts
Type: Deck Lift Lever – Genuine OEM Replacement Mower Deck Lift Lever

The Homelite 997000258 Deck Lift Lever is a genuine OEM replacement deck-lifting component designed for select Ryobi electric zero-turn riding lawn mowers. Installed within the mower's deck lifting assembly, this lever works with the deck lift axle, linkage, springs, detent plate, and handle to allow the operator to raise, lower, and position the cutting deck at the desired cutting height. Factory documentation identifies 997000258 specifically as the Deck Lift Lever within the Ryobi RYRM8003 deck lifting assembly.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 997000258
• Manufacturer: Homelite
• Product Type: Deck Lift Lever
• Function: Operates Within the Deck Lift System to Help Raise, Lower, and Position the Mower Deck
• System: Mower Deck Lift & Height Adjustment Assembly
• Application: Electric Zero-Turn Riding Lawn Mower
• Compatible Brand: Ryobi
• Compatible Model: RYRM8003
• Mower Size: 54 Inch
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite OEM Part
• Condition: New
• Quantity Used: 1 per applicable mower assembly

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite OEM replacement deck lift lever
• Works within the mower deck height adjustment system
• Helps raise and lower the cutting deck
• Supports proper deck positioning for selected cutting heights
• Works with the deck lift axle, linkage, springs, and handle
• Ideal replacement for bent, worn, distorted, or damaged lift levers
• Manufactured for dependable OEM fit and operation
• Designed to original equipment specifications
• Helps restore smooth and reliable deck height adjustment

Applications

• Ryobi RYRM8003 54-inch zero-turn mower
• Ryobi RYRM8003 manufacturing number 099263002
• Select compatible Ryobi electric riding mowers
• Mower deck lifting assemblies
• Cutting-height adjustment systems
• Deck lift linkage and control systems
• Riding mower repair and maintenance
• OEM replacement for equipment requiring part number 997000258

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific Ryobi mower model and manufacturing number before ordering.
• Designed as a genuine OEM Deck Lift Lever for equipment requiring part number 997000258.
• Factory documentation for the Ryobi RYRM8003 identifies 997000258 as item 17, Deck Lift Lever, with one required in the deck lifting assembly.
• The deck lifting assembly also contains separate components including the 997000256 Deck Lift Lever Torsion Spring, 997000257 Deck Lever Intermediate Washer, 997000251 Deck Lift Axle, 997000259 Decklift Handle, deck lift linkages, bushings, springs, and mounting hardware.
• This listing is for the deck lift lever only. Decklift handles, springs, axles, linkages, bushings, detent plates, washers, fasteners, and the mower deck itself are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
• Inspect the deck lift axle, torsion spring, linkage, bushings, handle, detent plate, and surrounding mounting hardware during installation. Replace any bent, excessively worn, loose, or damaged components as needed to help maintain smooth deck adjustment, proper cutting-height positioning, and dependable mower operation.