{"product_id":"homelite-997018001-deck-lift-linkage-genuine-oem-replacement-mower-deck-linkage","title":"Homelite 997018001 Deck Lift Linkage – Genuine OEM Replacement Mower Deck Linkage","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--sticky-padding-top)\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden min-h-8 relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"streaming-animation markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 997018001\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riding Lawn Mower Deck Lift \u0026amp; Hanger Parts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck Lift Linkage – Genuine OEM Replacement Mower Deck Linkage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHomelite 997018001 Deck Lift Linkage\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM replacement component designed for compatible \u003cstrong\u003eRyobi electric zero-turn riding lawn mowers\u003c\/strong\u003e. Installed within the mower's deck lifting assembly, the linkage works with the deck lift axle, hanger system, bushings, spacers, and springs to support movement and positioning of the cutting deck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 997018001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Homelite \/ Ryobi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck Lift Linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck Lift Linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connects \u0026amp; Supports Components Within the Mower Deck Lift System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck Lifting \/ Deck Hanger Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric Zero-Turn Riding Lawn Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ryobi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirmed Models:\u003c\/strong\u003e RY48ZTR75, RY48ZTR100 \u0026amp; RYRM8002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Homelite \/ Ryobi OEM Part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 per confirmed mower assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomelite OEM suppliers also catalog \u003cstrong\u003e997018001\u003c\/strong\u003e under the exact description \u003cstrong\u003e“Deck Lift Linkage.”\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Homelite \/ Ryobi OEM replacement component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-designated \u003cstrong\u003eDeck Lift Linkage\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for compatible electric zero-turn riding mowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks within the mower's cutting deck lifting system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps connect the deck lift and hanger components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports proper cutting deck movement and positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with dedicated linkage bushings and spacers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains the mower's original factory deck-lift configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for mower deck repair and restoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal replacement for bent, worn, distorted, corroded, or damaged linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for equipment requiring part number \u003cstrong\u003e997018001\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirmed applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyobi RY48ZTR75 42\" 48V Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyobi RY48ZTR100 42\" 48V Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRyobi RYRM8002 42\" Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible Ryobi electric riding mower deck assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck lifting assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck hanger and height-adjustment systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM replacement applications requiring \u003cstrong\u003e997018001\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory documentation for the RY48ZTR75 identifies \u003cstrong\u003e997018001 as key number 9, Deck Lift Linkage, quantity 2\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The RYRM8002 likewise specifies two linkages as key number 14 within its deck lifting assembly. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify compatibility with your specific mower model, manufacturing number, and production revision before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomelite OEM suppliers identify \u003cstrong\u003e997018001 specifically as “Deck Lift Linkage.”\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRY48ZTR75 and RY48ZTR100\u003c\/strong\u003e use two 997018001 Deck Lift Linkages within their applicable deck lifting assemblies. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRYRM8002\u003c\/strong\u003e also uses two 997018001 linkages. Its factory parts documentation lists them alongside the \u003cstrong\u003e997093001 Deck Lift Linkage Spacer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e997019001 Deck Lift Linkage Bushing\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not confuse \u003cstrong\u003e997018001 Deck Lift Linkage\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e997016001 Deck Lift Linkage and Axle Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are separate OEM components within the deck lifting system. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther related components include the \u003cstrong\u003e997013001 Deck Lift Axle Mount, 997014001 Top Axle Bushing, 997015001 Bottom Axle Bushing, 997017001 J-Hook Deck Hanger, 997023001 Deck Lift Lever Torsion Spring, and 997025001 Deck Lift Spring\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are sold separately. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent parts catalogs continue to list 997018001 as an OEM replacement component for Ryobi equipment. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eone 997018001 Deck Lift Linkage only\u003c\/strong\u003e unless otherwise specified. Because confirmed mower assemblies use two linkages, order the appropriate quantity if replacing both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the linkage bushings, spacers, hanger studs, J-hooks, springs, washers, and retaining hardware when replacing the linkage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch \u003cstrong\u003epart number 997018001\u003c\/strong\u003e with your mower's illustrated parts diagram before ordering to ensure proper fitment and required quantity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Homelite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53718390538603,"sku":"997018001","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/9201\/5723\/files\/Homelitelogo_ea8e96e9-fc2c-4507-9c88-b82d398003d7.jpg?v=1786625825","url":"https:\/\/generalsprayers.com\/products\/homelite-997018001-deck-lift-linkage-genuine-oem-replacement-mower-deck-linkage","provider":"GeneralSprayers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}