Grab that phillips head screwdriver and start unscrewing the two visible screws.
How to take apart a locked door handle.
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Twist if it resists.
Remove the latch mechanism if you re installing a new handle.
Insert a straightened paper clip into this hole and apply pressure to release the interior handle.
If you need to replace the spindle loosen the set screw on this knob and unscrew the spindle from the knob to remove it.
Step 2 straighten a large wire paper clip out and insert one end into the hole until you feel the spring loaded retaining pin.
It may be hidden.
Expose hidden set screws.
Insert the pin straight through the lock cylinder to reach the lock s release mechanism.
With the plate removed you can now pull the latch mechanism through the side of the door.
Reverse your steps from this point to install the new spindle.
Scratch awl or similar pointy tool.
Turn the key 90 degrees and remove it.
Find the screws on the side of the door that secure the latch plate.
Open the door so that you can access both the inner and outer doorknobs.
Line up the hole on the barrel of the handle with the tab on the lock mechanism which is still attached to the door then slide the barrel onto the lock.
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If it does have exposed screws these should be on the interior knob the one you use to lock the door.
Examine the handle and trim on the interior side of the door.
A set screw is typically installed along the base of the lock on the interior side of the door.
How to remove a lever door handle without screws.
There may be a small pinhole holding the handle in place.
Turn the key to the reset position and push the barrel until it snaps in place.
How to remove a locked doorknob.
If your door knob has visible screws your job will be easy.
Begin by holding the door knob securely in place.
One night after getting ready for bed a person walks up to the main door of his house to lock it and pulling up on the handle he feels and almost hears the slight almost imperceptible resistance in the german manufactured locking mechanism of the latch.
Use a screwdriver to remove the set screws which will release the lock and lever from the.
Scratch awl or similar pointy tool.
Examine the shank of the doorknob.
Replace the handle on the inside of the door using the same procedure.
If your knob has a pinhole or small slot opening use a flathead screwdriver to push it inward.
A paperclip or small pin.
To remove the spindle pull on the other knob with the spindle attached.
The mounting screws are somewhat concealed but you can identify them by locating a.
Remove the door knobs.