Door Lockset / Knob

Hardware · Moderate

Passage, privacy, or keyed entry sets. Sticky latches and loose knobs are usually fixable; a wobbly keyed set is a security issue — replace promptly.

Tools you may need

• Phillips screwdriver
• Tape measure

Steps

1. 1Open the door and remove the two through-bolts from the interior half.
2. 2Pull both halves out of the bore, noting latch orientation.
3. 3Swap the latch if needed, then feed the new spindle through and bolt the halves together.
4. 4Test latch, lock, and key operation before closing the door.

Maintenance

Tighten through-bolts yearly; graphite (not oil) in keyed cylinders. (Suggested interval: every 1 year.)