Kwikset deadbolt removal

09-30-2012, 06:58 PM	#1
Frustrated2012 Newbie   Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 3	Kwikset deadbolt removal Have removed the 2 inch screws, but the inside and outside do not come apart. I can twist and turn them, but not pull apart. What am I missing??.

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09-30-2012, 07:11 PM	#2
DangerMouse the Musigician     Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: I'm right here! Posts: 10,404	Kwikset deadbolt removal There may be a thin cover, try gently prying with a flathead screwdriver. If that does not work, please post photos to allow us to assist you better. DM __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]Click To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. to see some of my original magic tricks and trick boxes!

09-30-2012, 07:23 PM	#3
Frustrated2012 Newbie   Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 3	Kwikset deadbolt removal Took off the cover and unscrewed th long screws. This allowed the front and back of the lock to jiggle but not pull out of the door.

09-30-2012, 07:26 PM	#4
joecaption Member   Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Hartfield VA Posts: 18,253	Kwikset deadbolt removal Wiggle the back side knob and pull at the same time, not both knobs. Should just pop out.

09-30-2012, 07:28 PM	#5
Frustrated2012 Newbie   Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 3	Kwikset deadbolt removal I have wiggled and pulled several times with no luck.