Step 1: Remove the knobShow All ItemsHow do you remove a Kwikset door knob? To remove a Kwikset door knob, use a paperclip to press the locking pin that holds the knob and the stem together, and pull the knob out. To remove the entire door knob assembly, remove the knob's inside faceplate, pull out both sides of the knob, and take out the latch plate. Then, tug the assembly away from the door, and take out the strike plate. How do you fix a door that won't latch? How do you install Kwikset door locks? What are some popular Kwikset entry door locksets? To remove only the Kwikset door knob, look for a tiny hole in the sleeve of the knob -- it should be located between the knob's rear side and the door's face. Push a straightened paperclip into the hole until some resistance is felt. Now, press the piece of metal in a downward direction. This presses the locking pin. To detach the knob, pull it away from the stem. To remove the entire door knob assembly, keep the door open, and undo the two screws of the inside faceplate with a Phillips screwdriver.
Grip the door knob from both sides of the door, and pull both of them simultaneously away from the door to take the parts out. To detach the latch plate, undo its screws. Then, push in a screwdriver with a flat head between the door and the latch plate, and work it to remove the latter. Grip the assembly with your hands, and pull it away from the door. Next, identify the two screws that hold the strike plate and the door jamb together. Undo the screws using a Phillips screwdriver to remove the plate. Learn more about Doors, Windows, & Locks What are some parts that typically need to be replaced on a door? Some door parts that typically need replacement over time include the knob, the locking mechanism, threshold and the casing, depending on door style and us... Doors, Windows, & Locks What are some tips for installing bathroom door locks? Tips for installing bathroom door locks include beginning with the right tools, choosing a door knob that fits the existing door and has a privacy lock, an...
What are the parts of a door lock called? The main parts of a door lock include the knob, the dead latch, the rose insert, the strike plate and the key. Technically, only the inside of a knob is di... What are some tips on repairing a door handle? Many problems with a door handle or knob can be resolved by either tightening external screws, or taking off the cover plate and tightening the machinery i... How do you install a replacement window gasket? What are some reputable companies for purchasing an exterior door? What companies offer block window installation? What do you do when you forget your Master Lock combination? Who sells replacement patio screen door parts? What are some types of eco-friendly windows?< 1 2 3 > 1,955 posts, read 7,986,408 times You probably have one of the Smart-Key, which are stronger than the regular Kwikset products, not to mention bump proof. It does seem that one of the bars is off, hence the issue.
Since you don't have the Smart Key learn tool, you'll need the re-keying kit ... : Kwikset 83262-001 SmartKey Re-keying Kit: Home Improvement Cylinder remover tool ... : Cylinder Remover Kwik Set: Home Improvement And the reset tool ... : Kwikset 83260-001 SmartKey Cylinder Reset Cradle: Home Improvement How to use it ... 8,532 posts, read 15,795,278 times 14,079 posts, read 14,648,333 times Originally Posted by Narfcake Thanks for all that, but the cost of the things I'd need to fix it is almost the same as just buying another one! Originally Posted by Elke Mariotti No, I haven't used any kind of liquid lubricant because even if it did fix it, it would only be temporary as liquid lubricants collect dirt over time. That's especially fatal for key holes. It doesn't take long for enough grit to get in there to make in unusable. At this point, it appears that simply changing the thing out is my best option. 2,809 posts, read 3,683,511 times
Originally Posted by stillkit You should see all the complaints about the SmartKey (TM) from Kwikset (R) on the website below. Same problem as yours...keys suddenly stopped working. Re-Key Your Locks with Kwikset SmartKey | Originally Posted by LibraGirl123 5,643 posts, read 13,084,633 times 8,309 posts, read 29,621,593 times Originally Posted by fallingwater Originally Posted by jimboburnsy They did when I worked their stores 3 years ago. 18,002 posts, read 48,944,554 times Please register to post and access all features of our very popular forum. It is free and quick. Over $68,000 in prizes has already been given out to active posters on our forum. Additional giveaways are planned.Free tools for Property Managers. If your rental property has self-locking door knobs, your tenants WILL get locked out. After getting locked out, the first person they call is you, the landlord. I get it, we’ve all locked ourselves out at one time or another.
Please don’t think that your tenants are going to be the stellar exception. When they accidentally lock themselves out, they will expect you to come rushing over with a key. What do you mean “Self-Locking”? I mean, any door knob or latch that automatically locks behind you, causing immense frustration that ripples through the fabric of time and space. These are also known as a “keyed privacy locks”, and they are quite common. The intent is to allow the door to lock behind you without having to use your keys. They are supposed to save you time. However, I think they cause more trouble than they are worth. You are available and don’t mind the inconvenience of driving over to your rental property to unlock the door, and; They never do it again. Tenants hire a locksmith who damages your door hardware beyond repair, or; They break a window to get in, and; They expect you to pay for it because it was “your lock” that locked them out, and;
They continue to use the self-locking mechanism and it happens again, and again, and again. Years ago, my tenant locked himself out of their rental while I was in Phuket on my honeymoon. He knew I wasn’t available, so he just called a locksmith. When the locksmith arrived, my tenant was told that there was no way to pick the lock, and in order to get in, they would have to bore (drill) out the core – thus essentially destroying the expensive mortis lock. Luckily for me, my tenant decided to take a different approach. He climbed an exterior gas pipe to a second floor window (which he apparently always kept unlocked). Then, cut through the mesh screen and climbed in through the window. I’m glad he didn’t damage my lock, but he did injure his arm and destroyed a window screen. The moral of the story is that self-locking door knobs will only lead to bad situations for you and your tenants. Swap out all your keyed privacy door knob locks with deadbolts.