How to Change a Kwikset Deadbolt Lock
Kwikset has become a household name for a company that manufactures a complete line of door knob locksets and deadbolt locks. As secure and reliable as Kwikset deadbolts are, sometimes the key cylinders seize up or become difficult to operate. Changing a basic Kwikset deadbolt lock is similar to that of most other manufacturers. Fortunately, when changing a deadbolt lock, you do not have to drill any new holes for the new lock. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Phillips-head screwdriver
- Wood glue
- Toothpicks
- Utility knife
- Flat-head screwdriver
Instructions
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Remove Existing Kwikset Deadbolt
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Open the door so you can access both sides of the Kwikset deadbolt. Remove the screws located on the inside thumb lock using a Phillips-head screwdriver, and pull the thumb lock away from the door.
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Remove the screws securing the inside mounting plate with the Phillips-head screwdriver, while holding the outside key cylinder. The screws thread through the mounting plate and into sleeves on the inside of the cylinder portion of the lock. Pull the mounting plate away from the door and remove the cylinder lock.
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Turn the screws that secure the deadbolt latch plate to the side edge of the door counterclockwise with the screwdriver. Remove the screws that secure the strike plate from the door jamb. Pull the strike plate away from the door jamb, and remove the deadbolt latch from the door.
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Fill each screw hole in the door jamb and edge of the door with wood glue. Stick toothpicks into each of the holes. Allow the glue to dry for 1 hour. Cut the toothpicks flush with the door and jamb edge with a utility knife. This will give more grip for the new screws.
Install New Kwikset Deadbolt
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Insert the Kwikset deadbolt latch into the side of the door. Install the securing screws through the latch plate and into the door with the Phillips-head screwdriver. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the slot on the latch inside the door, and turn the screwdriver handle clockwise to extend the deadbolt fully.
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Insert the cylinder portion of the lock into the front of the door, lining the flat metal portion through the deadbolt latch. The word "Kwikset" should be upright on the front of the lock.
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Place the inside mounting plate over the inside door hole. Thread the two full-thread screws into the hole and into the sleeves of the cylinder lock. Tighten the screws with the screwdriver.
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Position the thumb lock over the mounting plate, lining up the mounting holes on the lock with the holes on the mounting plate. Thread the securing screws through the thumb lock and tighten with the screwdriver.
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Lay the strike place onto the door jamb with the curved portion wrapping around the inside of the jamb. Secure with the retaining screws.
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Tips & Warnings
Installation might vary from the basic installation process depending upon the model of lock you purchase. Always refer to the instructions that come with the new lock for specifics.
