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Door Handle Replacement Door handles seem like an insignificant thing, but if you dislike the way they look or find them difficult to use then it's time to replace them. With a little patience, you can put in an entirely new handle in a short time. Most modern door handles have cover plates that hide the screws to give them a beautiful appearance. However, you'll have to attach them separately if the new handle doesn't have them attached already. Remove the old handle The door handle isn't just a decorative feature for your home it also serves as a safety feature that allows you to lock and unlock your door. Over time the door handle can start to lose its grip or feel loose. It may be beginning to appear worn out and old. This is a sign that it's probably time for a replacement. One of the first indications that your door handle requires replacing is when it becomes difficult to operate. This is an issue because it means that you are unable to no longer lock or unlock your door which could be a security risk for you and your family. Another reason to replace your door handle is when it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle could be very dangerous, especially when your children or elderly family members struggle to open it and could get trapped in the. Fortunately, it's fairly simple to fix a damaged door handle by simply replacing the old one. The majority of modern door handles are standard size and so they should fit any door. If you're not sure if the new door handle you're buying will fit, try removing the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will allow you to purchase the right size door handle. The most straightforward method to remove the handle from your door is to take it off of the door itself. Usually, a screwdriver is used. However, some door handles have a cover plate that conceals the screws that mount them, so you'll need to remove this to access the screws underneath. After you've removed the old handle, take a note of how the spindle is positioned so that you can be sure to align it when you install your new one. Alternatively, you can remove the door handle by uncrewing it from the latch mechanism. This is usually done with the screwdriver, but you'll need to find the small latch, which is located on the edge of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, you can remove the handle from the strike plate, and then the latch away from the door's edge. Remove the Strike Plate If you are replacing your handle, you'll also be required to replace the latch plate that holds the hole which the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The packaging that the new handles are packaged with will offer two options for latch plates – one that is rectangular and the other circular (see the diagram above detailing door handle parts). If your current latch plate is rectangular in shape, swap it to a circular one so that the latch hooks onto the strike plate in a way that makes the handle more comfortable to use. The first step is to remove the screw that is holding the old latch plate. The screws are typically tight and require a fair amount of force to loosen them. If you can, it might be beneficial to have a second person help with this process. The latch plate should come out of the door once the screws have been removed. If the latch plate is stuck or won't move use a small file to scrape the edges. This can sometimes free up the plate. You can now move on to making the new door strike plate for installation. Screw the latch plate into the doorjamb using the wood screws that were included with your new handles. Be careful not to tighten too much the screws, as this could damage the strike plate. If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the proper position, try closing and then opening the door to determine whether it locks and closes correctly. If not, you'll need to adjust the strike plate either up or down, or forward or back, until the door closes and latches correctly. If the door is moving or jiggling, you may need to enlarge the hole for the latch in the strike plate. This is more prevalent on older doors. It could be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too shallow, the wrong size latch or damaged strike plate. If this is the case, follow the exact procedure to adjust the strike plate, using an iron file instead of a chisel and hammer. Take off the Latch The latch is a bent metal piece that slides into and out of a hole on the inside of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes the latch forward which allows you to open the door. It also hooks into a hole in the frame of the door to keep the door shut. If your door wobbles when you close, replacing the latch could be all you need to correct the issue. It's difficult to identify the screws that attach the latch to the door, but there's usually a small slot on the trim plate that allows you to insert a screwdriver into the slot and pry it off. After you've removed your trim plate, it should be simple to remove the latch and the remaining bolts that hold the spindle and latch in the position. If the latch cannot be easily removed then use a paperclip tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the recessed latch slot and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel the that the latch and handle are beginning to split. It may take this several times before the latch is loose enough to let it out. It should be possible to slide the new latch into its slot without issues after you've removed the old one. Make use of the new screws to attach the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure it is correctly placed in the slot, aligned with the screw chambers. Take note of the backset (the distance between the center of the large hole in the door's front and the edge) before installing the new handle. Also, ensure that the size of the latch on the new handle matches this measurement. If you're replacing the handle or latch, or if your old lock cylinder is damaged then you'll need a new one. If you're not replacing the locks, however, a new latch will fit into your existing recess, and work with the keys you have currently. Be sure to choose an entry point with rectangular cover plates that match the handles you have. Take off the cover plate You can replace your door handles with a modern rose and lever designs to improve the look of your house. You can buy complete sets of door handles that come with the appropriate escutcheons and privacy adjustor kits. To replace the door handle inside remove the cover plate (or rose), which covers the screws and mechanism. Find a release tab on the plate and employ a flathead screwdriver lift it off the knob. It may have an opening along one side or be held in place by pins. Remove the screw that is holding the handle inside and put it aside after the cover plate has been removed. Remove the screws that secure both the outer and inner plates. You can loosen them using the help of a Philips Screwdriver. Remove the plates that hold the inner plate and latch from the door. Place them aside. Most doors have a gap between the jamb of the door and the inner edge of the frame, which allows for a handle, but not all do. If yours does not, you will need to drill a new hole through the door. The procedure for this is the same as for opening a door with the lock, however you'll have to be extra careful not to harm the door or frame. Installing new screws for the door knob is required after the holes have been made. Be sure to purchase the same size as the previous ones, so that you won't have an handle that is either too tight or too loose. It's also necessary to install an additional latch plate and strike rod, which aren't included with most door handle sets. If you're looking for a high-quality replacement interior door handle set, try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome finish handle set. It's a factory fit and has received hundreds of 5-star reviews from happy customers. It's an excellent option to replace worn or damaged interior door hardware on your Chevy.