A paperclip or small pin.
Remove old front door lock.
Some trim may even twist off by hand.
Pry the trim from around the handle or lever using a flat screwdriver.
Look for screws hidden underneath.
First remove the old door lock by unscrewing the doorknob on the inside of the door.
This was a keyed door lever lock but i mention how to do the same with the sta.
If your knob has a pinhole or small slot opening use a flathead screwdriver to push it inward.
Remove these screws then pull the two halves of the lock apart to remove them from the door.
These are the screws that hold the lock and the door together.
How to take off old door knobs locks 1.
In just three quick steps you can remove an existing cylinder lock for re keying or replacement.
Undo the two mounting screws holding the doorknob in place.
This is showing how you can get your lock apart when you don t see any screws.
Start by using your phillips head screwdriver to remove any visible screws from the interior side of the door.
Begin by holding the door knob securely in place.
Insert the new spring.
On most modular through the door knob sets the screws.
The screws may be obscured by the door handle so you may need to turn the handle to reach the screws.