Insert a straightened paper clip into this hole and apply pressure to release the interior handle.
Remove lock from bedroom door.
I figured that i could solve the problem by preventing anyone from unknowingly locking the door by accidentally bumping the tab.
Remove these screws if your door knob has visible screws your job will be easy.
Use the flat head screwdriver to turn the spindle in the center of the door lock cylinder counterclockwise until it stops.
Insert the pin straight through the lock cylinder to reach the lock s release mechanism.
Unlocking a bedroom door usually can be done by inserting a paperclip or a small screwdriver into the hole on the exterior doorknob then pushing out or turning the lock.
Unfortunately the lock tab does get turned by accident usually from being bumped or getting caught on someone s clothing.
At this point the square tab on the spindle is aligned with the square.
Remove the door knobs once you ve unscrewed those screws you should be able to simply remove the interior and.
There may be a small pinhole holding the handle in place.
How to install the bedroom door lock introduction of door lock related information.
Examine the handle and trim on the interior side of the door.
Removing a door knob with visible screws step 1.
Grab that phillips head.