Model # 970R Official Ryobi string trimmer

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Official Ryobi 970R string trimmer, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

There are a couple of ways to find the part or diagram you need:

Click a diagram to see the parts shown on that diagram.
In the search box below, enter all or part of the part number or the part’s name.

Not all parts are shown on the diagrams—those parts are labeled NI, for “not illustrated”.

We encourage you to save the model to your profile, so it’s easy to access parts and manuals for your appliance whenever you log in.

For DIY troubleshooting advice and repair guides, visit our repair help section.

Model diagram and schematic

SEARCH WITHIN THIS MODEL

ALL PARTS

Showing 10 of 143 parts |

#NI

All parts diagram

Oil, sae 30 100ml bottle

Part #181100

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

#15

Carburetor and muffler assemblies diagram

Base

Part #181055

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Carburetor and muffler assemblies diagram

Screw

Part #181044

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Cylinder head assembly diagram

Nut

Part #181030

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Lowerboom & cutting head assembly diagram

Hardware

Part #180547

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Handle and upper boom assembly diagram

Cable

Part #181093

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Screw

Part #181070

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

#16

Cylinder head assembly diagram

Valve

Part #181040

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Cylinder head assembly diagram

Hose

Part #181026

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

#11

Handle and upper boom assembly diagram

Screw

Part #181095

The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

Symptoms for gas line trimmers

Choose a symptom to see related grass line trimmer repairs.

View all

Why does my gas line trimmer run rough?

Main causes: stale fuel, clogged fuel filter, faulty spark plug, clogged air filter, cracked fuel lines, clogged carbure…

Why won't my gas line trimmer start?

Main causes: stale fuel, cracked fuel lines, dirty carburetor, bad spark plug, worn piston rings…

Why does my gas line trimmer leak gas?

Main causes: cracked fuel lines, bad carburetor seals, leaky fuel tank cap, damaged fuel tank…

Repair guides for gas line trimmers

These step-by-step repair guides will help you safely fix what’s broken on your grass line trimmer.

View all

How to rebuild a line trimmer carburetor

If the line trimmer engine won't start even though there's fuel in the tank, the carburetor could be the problem. Follow…

Repair difficulty

Time required

15 minutes or less

How to replace a line trimmer carburetor

If the line trimmer won't start even though there's fuel in the tank, the carburetor could be the problem. Follow these …

Repair difficulty

Time required

15 minutes or less

How to replace a line trimmer fuel line

The fuel line on a grass line trimmer deteriorates with time and eventually can split or crack. You can replace it yours…

Repair difficulty

Time required

15 minutes or less

Articles and videos for gas line trimmers

Use the advice and tips in these articles and videos to get the most out of your grass line trimmer.

View all

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

Model # 970R Official Ryobi string trimmer

Model diagram and schematic

SEARCH WITHIN THIS MODEL

Symptoms for gas line trimmers

Why does my gas line trimmer run rough?

Why won't my gas line trimmer start?

Why does my gas line trimmer leak gas?

Repair guides for gas line trimmers

How to rebuild a line trimmer carburetor

How to replace a line trimmer carburetor

How to replace a line trimmer fuel line

Articles and videos for gas line trimmers

How to enjoy all the online benefits we offer on our Sears PartsDirect website

Solving 3 common problems with line trimmer cutting lines

How to replace a line trimmer fuel line video

Parts & More

Stay Connected

Quick links

Let us help you

More resources