Lever Door Handle Broken

Fixing a broken car door handle.

Lever door handle broken. A broken lever lock is usually a result of mishandling and rough use of the lock. Remove the screw and slip the lever handle off the rod. You first have to determine what kind of lock it is and determine whether or not replacement parts are available at your local hardware store. While ramming the door to break it down or calling an expensive locksmith to open it for you are always options there s a less damaging less expensive method.

Imagine being stuck outside your office or home because you misplaced the key to your lever lock. I snapped a lever inside and was no longer able to open the door from the outside so i went to a junk yard looking for a car like mine. The easiest sign that there is something broken in the lock is when the door latch is stuck only when you attempt to manipulate the handle both when the door is open and closed but you can press on the latch and it will slide in and out the way it is intended to. While some locks require a locksmith for repairs you can often take apart the lock and do it yourself.

These handles are available in a variety of styles and finishes to complement different decorating styles. Step 2 inspect the rod s surface and locate the groove where the set screw needs to be secured. Just be sure to isolate the issue before committing to a solution. You can simply replace the whole latch housing and keep your handles door knobs.

15 to 30 minutes this video will guide you through the process of repairing replacing or tightening your door handles at your home. Most homeowners will find that these devices are easy to remove if they are broken or damaged or if they simply want to replace it with a new style. Hyundai accent 5 door but did not find one i tried. Determine whether you will need an allen wrench or a screwdriver based on the style of set screw which you will find on the bottom of the door lever.