Removing Handle From Kwikset Door Handle

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.

Removing handle from kwikset door handle. Diy remove replace door s handle with hidden screws. Remove a kwikset knob lock set with no screws and no detent the secret catch. Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware. With the plate removed you can now pull the latch mechanism through the side of the door.

Find the screws on the side of the door that secure the latch plate. My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside. Open the door so that you can access both the inner and outer doorknobs. Step 3 loosen both screws on the inside of the knob mechanism.

Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door. Remove the handle from the outer side of the door and set it aside. Open the door so that you have access to front and back of the door you are removing the kwikset door knob from. I had to fix it.

Here is the handleset i bought. I show how i tightened my loose door handle that is made by kwikset. The screws secure the knobs together to the door. Step 2 straighten a large wire paper clip out and insert one end into the hole until you feel the spring loaded retaining pin.

Remove the latch mechanism if you re installing a new handle. If any screws are exposed during this process remove them to release the lock and remove it from the door. If you have ever came to a locks that had no screws no set screw and no de. Look on the neck of the inner doorknob for a slot or hole between the back of the doorknob and the door.

Remove the two screws on the inside door knob faceplate using a phillips head screwdriver. Take out the screws then carefully pry off the plate with a flat head screwdriver.