Take Apart Kwikset Front Door Handle

My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside.

Take apart kwikset front door handle.

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Because the latch components fit snugly together you may have to jiggle them to separate them. Step 1 open the door so that you have access to front and back of the door you are removing the kwikset door knob from. Kwikset door handlesets are available in multiple styles ranging from traditional to modern. Handlesets are ideal for front entries because they have both a secure deadbolt and stylish handle.

Pull the latch pieces on the inner and outer sides of the door to remove them. If you don t see a notch and the cover plate is round try turning the plate counterclockwise to remove it. Locate the depression or lip along the perimeter of the outer ring. Loosen the outer ring.

To remove a door handle without any visible screws start by prying off the cover plate by inserting a flathead screwdriver in the notch on the side of the plate. The screws secure the knobs together to the door. I had to fix it. Gently pry it off or pull and twist it away from the door.

Wedge a pin or the tip of your flathead screwdriver under the small opening between the rose and the surface of the door. You may need to slide the blade of a butter knife between the flanges and door panels to loosen them. Here s how i did it. Diy remove replace door s handle with hidden screws.

Locate the arrow shaped tab underneath the right side of the outer ring and push the tab downward with the head of the screwdriver. Insert the head of a flathead screwdriver between the door and the lip and gently push the outer ring outward.