Homelite 997361001 Lower Steering Plastic Shim – Genuine OEM Replacement Steering Shim

Part Number: 997361001
Category: Riding Lawn Mower Steering Parts
Type: Lower Steering Plastic Shim – Genuine OEM Replacement Steering Shim

The Homelite 997361001 Lower Steering Plastic Shim is a genuine OEM replacement steering component designed for select Ryobi 30-inch 48V electric riding lawn mowers. Installed within the mower's steering system, the shim/washer helps maintain the proper spacing and positioning of components associated with the steering column and lower steering assembly.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 997361001
• Manufacturer: Homelite / Ryobi
• Product Type: Steering Shim / Plastic Washer
• Description: Plastic Shim of Lower Steering
• Function: Provides Spacing Within the Steering Assembly
• System: Steering System
• Application: Electric Riding Lawn Mower
• Compatible Brand: Ryobi
• Compatible Models: RY48130, RY48131
• Deck Size: 30 Inch
• Power System: 48V Electric
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM Part
• Condition: New
• Quantity Used: 1 per applicable steering assembly

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite / Ryobi OEM replacement component
• Designed for the mower's steering system
• Functions as a plastic shim / washer within the steering assembly
• Helps maintain proper spacing and positioning of steering components
• Designed for compatible Ryobi 30-inch riding mowers
• Ideal replacement for worn, cracked, distorted, or missing shims
• Helps maintain the original steering assembly configuration
• Manufactured for factory-correct fit
• Direct replacement for equipment requiring part number 997361001

Applications

• Ryobi RY48130 30-Inch 48V Riding Lawn Mower
• Ryobi RY48130 MFG. No. 099749020
• Ryobi RY48131 30-Inch 48V Riding Lawn Mower
• Ryobi RY48131 MFG. No. 099237001
• Select compatible RY48130 / RY48131 production revisions
• Lower steering assemblies
• Steering column assemblies
• Riding mower steering repair and restoration
• OEM replacement for equipment requiring part number 997361001

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific mower model and manufacturing number before ordering.
• Ryobi factory documentation for the RY48130 and RY48131 identifies 997361001 as item 43, “Washer,” with one required per applicable steering system.
• OEM Homelite parts listings provide the more specific description “Plastic Shim of Lower Steering.”
• The same steering assembly includes 997298001 Lower Steering Shaft, 997296001 Upper Steering Shaft, 997293001 Steering Shaft Bushing, 997354001 Column Spacer, 997237001 Steering Rack, and 997299001 Rack Washer. These are separate components.
• Current parts catalogs show mixed availability: some suppliers list remaining OEM inventory, while others identify 997361001 as no longer available.
• This listing is for the lower steering plastic shim/washer only unless otherwise specified. Steering shafts, bushings, spacers, racks, washers, steering wheels, fasteners, and other steering components are sold separately.
• Inspect the steering shafts, bushings, rack, column spacer, washers, and associated mounting hardware during installation. Replace excessively worn, cracked, bent, or damaged components as necessary to maintain proper steering operation.