Unscrew latch and plate from edge of door then pop out latch.
How to replace door handle with lock.
The first step is to actually remove the old door knob.
Remove the two screws from the latch plate on the edge of the door and remove the latch from the opening.
This allows you to pull the door.
The most comprehensive method of ensuring security it involves removing the existing lock from the door including the handle if it s a handle lock combo and then installing.
Replace the door knob by pressing the button in with the flat head screwdriver.
If any screws are exposed during this process remove them to release the lock and remove it from the door.
I had to fix it.
Here s how i did it.
Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware.
Remove the door knob as shown earlier and attach by threading the screws through the screw posts on the door handle.
To clean out buildup from the hole where the mortise was use a vacuum.
Unscrew fixing plate then remove whole mechanism from each side of door.
Once the new pins are in reverse the steps to reassemble the lock.
Select a new mortise latch and hardware that you want to replace the old set with for your storm door.
Go ahead and take your philips head screwdriver and pull out the screws that are on the base of the knob.
Begin by removing the screws from the door knob on the interior side of your door.
And press the knob back in place.
In some cases door latch plate mortises might need to be cut or enlarged.
Open the door for easy access to all fasteners and components.
Grasp both the interior and exterior handles or levers and carefully pull them away from the door.
Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole.
Insert the pins and reassemble the lock dump out the old pins insert the new key and use tweezers or small needle nose pliers to match the new colored pins to the color code on the special instruction sheet.
Then for the exterior part of the door where the handle hardware was wiping with paper towel and a mild spray detergent should be sufficient.
Go ahead and remove the knob by.
Use a screwdriver or drill with a screwdriver bit to remove any visible screws.
Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door.
My front door knob was broken and i couldn t open the door from the inside or outside.
Remove old handles some unscrew on inside others need you to depress a pin with a small screwdriver before.