Removing Handle From Kwikset Door Handle

Here s how i did it.

Removing handle from kwikset door handle.

Here is the handleset i bought. Remove the latch mechanism if you re installing a new handle. Step 3 loosen both screws on the inside of the knob mechanism. Remove the handle from the outer side of the door and set it aside.

Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole. My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside. Step 2 straighten a large wire paper clip out and insert one end into the hole until you feel the spring loaded retaining pin. Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware.

If you have ever came to a locks that had no screws no set screw and no de. I had to fix it. Diy remove replace door s handle with hidden screws. I show how i tightened my loose door handle that is made by kwikset.

With the plate removed you can now pull the latch mechanism through the side of the door. Take out the screws then carefully pry off the plate with a flat head screwdriver. When repairing or replacing a doorknob lever you need to remove the faceplate also called a trim plate or rosette to gain access to the internal latch and mounting components. Open the door so that you can access both the inner and outer doorknobs.

Look on the neck of the inner doorknob for a slot or hole between the back of the doorknob and the door. Remove a kwikset knob lock set with no screws and no detent the secret catch. Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door. Open the door so that you have access to front and back of the door you are removing the kwikset door knob from.

The screws secure the knobs together to the door. Remove the two screws on the inside door knob faceplate using a phillips head screwdriver.