Homelite 997216001 Front Access Panel – Genuine OEM Replacement Access Panel

Part Number: 997216001
Category: Outdoor Power Equipment Parts
Type: Front Access Panel – Genuine OEM Replacement Access Panel

The Homelite 997216001 Front Access Panel is a genuine OEM replacement body panel designed for select Ryobi 48V riding lawn mowers. Installed as part of the mower's exterior plastic assembly, this front access panel helps provide proper coverage and protection for components within the mower body while maintaining the original exterior configuration and appearance. Factory Ryobi documentation identifies 997216001 specifically as the Front Access Panel used on the RY48130 and RY48131 30-inch riding lawn mowers.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 997216001
• Manufacturer: Homelite
• Product Type: Front Access Panel
• Function: Provides Exterior Coverage and Access Protection for Compatible Mower Components
• System: Body, Frame & Plastic Panel Assembly
• Application: Electric Riding Lawn Mower
• Compatible Brand: Ryobi
• Compatible Models: RY48130 and RY48131
• Voltage Platform: 48V
• Mower Size: 30 Inch
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM Part
• Condition: New

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM replacement front access panel
• Provides factory-correct exterior coverage
• Helps protect covered mower components from dirt and debris
• Maintains proper alignment with surrounding body panels and trim
• Helps restore the mower's original exterior appearance
• Ideal replacement for cracked, broken, warped, or missing access panels
• Manufactured for dependable OEM fit
• Designed to original equipment specifications
• Suitable for mower repair, maintenance, and exterior restoration

Applications

• Ryobi RY48130 48V 30-inch riding lawn mower
• Ryobi RY48131 48V 30-inch riding lawn mower
• Select compatible Ryobi electric riding mowers
• Riding mower plastic and body assemblies
• Front exterior panel assemblies
• Equipment repair and cosmetic restoration
• OEM replacement for equipment requiring part number 997216001

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific Ryobi mower model and manufacturing number before ordering.
• Designed as a genuine OEM Front Access Panel for equipment requiring part number 997216001.
• Factory documentation for the Ryobi RY48130 and RY48131 30-inch Riding Lawn Mowers identifies 997216001 as item 7, Front Access Panel, with one required per mower.
• The front access panel is part of the mower's plastic assembly alongside the front console panel, steering column covers, trim covers, top access panel, floor panel, charging port door, and related exterior components.
• This listing is for the front access panel only. Trim covers, console panels, steering column covers, top access panels, charging port doors, fasteners, and additional mower components are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
• Inspect the surrounding trim panels, mounting points, clips, screws, and body components during installation. Replace any cracked, bent, missing, or damaged hardware as needed to help maintain secure panel installation, proper body alignment, and the mower's original factory appearance.