Changing a door lock involves removing the old cylinder and replacing it with a new one. Here’s a step-by-step guide based on the provided reference:
Steps to Change a Door Lock Cylinder
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Remove the Faceplate Screws: Locate the screws on the faceplate, which is on the edge of the door where the lock cylinder is. Using a screwdriver, remove these screws.
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Slide Out the Old Cylinder: After removing the screws, the old cylinder should slide out from the door.
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Insert the New Cylinder: Take your new lock cylinder and slide it into the opening in the door where the old cylinder was removed.
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Secure the Faceplate Screws: Once the new cylinder is in place, align the faceplate and screw the screws back in to secure the new lock cylinder.
Summary Table
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Remove Faceplate Screws | Take out screws from the edge of the door. |
| 2. Slide Out Old Cylinder | Remove the old lock cylinder from the door. |
| 3. Insert New Cylinder | Place the new cylinder into the door. |
| 4. Secure with Faceplate Screws | Screw the faceplate back on to secure the cylinder. |
Following these steps, you can successfully change a door lock cylinder, as explained in the reference, which is based on the following video:
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