Remove Self Closing Door Hinge Pin

To loosen first close the door.

Remove self closing door hinge pin.

Rotate the locking pin to remove and replace the pin one hole further away from the door. You can use a hammer to remove the hinge pins after removing the cover plate but you will also need to be careful to avoid damaging the trim. The best way to remove door hinge pin with a bottom cap. Release the spring pressure and test the closure of the door.

Using a hex wrench open the spring so you can see the tension pin. Use small taps on with the hammer to remove the hinge pins. Put the flat end of the nail against the pin and tap it up with the hammer. Use a pliers to remove the plate covering the hinges in order to easily remove the screws holding the hinges on the door.

Then remove the pin using pliers. Find the hole beside the locking pin on the hinge s spring which is usually either at the top of bottom of the hinge s housing. Shows to remove the hinges from the a self closing door. A spring loaded hinge should only be removed when the door is closed to avoid it slamming.

The best way to remove door hinge pin with a bottom cap. Shows to remove the hinges from the a self closing door. You can then remove the hex wrench and allow the spring to naturally unwind.