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Door Handle Replacement It's worth replacing door handles if you don't like the way they look or if they're difficult to use. With a bit of patience, you can put in the new handle in no time. Most modern door handles have cover plates that conceal the screws to create a stylish appearance. If your new handle does not have screws already attached, you will have to attach them separately. Remove the Old Handle The door handle is not just a decorative feature for your home It's also an important safety feature that lets you to lock and unlock the door. However, as time passes the door handle could lose its grip, appear loose, or appear old and worn. This is a good indication that it's time to replace the door handle. If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it might be time to replace it. This is a problem because it means you can not lock or unlock your door which could pose an security risk to you and your family. It is also a good idea to replace the handle on your door in the event that it's damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle is dangerous, especially for children and elderly family members who struggle to open it. They may get trapped. It's easy to fix a damaged handle on the door. Most modern door handles are a standard size and therefore are suitable for any door. If you're not certain that the new door handle you are buying will work, remove the old one and take measurements of its holes in the housing. This will allow you to buy the right size door handle. The most straightforward method to remove your old door handle is to take it off of the door. Usually you'll need a screwdriver. Some door handles have an enclosure plate that hides the screws that mount them. You will need to remove it to get to the screws. Once you have removed the old handle, make an outline of how the spindle is connected to ensure you are able to make sure it is aligned when you put in your new one. You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. You can use a screwdriver to remove the door handle. However, you'll have to locate the small latch which is located on the edge of the trim piece. Once you've removed the latch, you'll need to unscrew the handle from the strike plate, and then the latch away from the door's edge. Remove the Strike Plate When replacing your handle, you'll want to replace the latch plate that holds the hole that the door's latch hooks into when it closes. The box that the new handles are packaged with will offer two latch plates: one that is rectangular and the other a circular one (see the above diagram that outlines the components of a door handle). If your current latch plate has rectangular in shape, swap it over to the circular one so that the latch is able to hook into the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle more comfortable to use. The first step is to loosen the screw that holds the latch plate that was previously in place. The screws can be very tight, and will require some force to loosen. It might be beneficial to get a second person to assist with this part if possible. After the screws are removed and the latch plate will slide out of the door with ease. If it is stuck or doesn't move, use a small nail file to scrape around the edges of the latch plate. This can sometimes free up the plate. Now you can prepare the new strike plate to be installed. Using the wood screws that came with the new handles, attach the latch plate onto the inside of the doorjamb. Do not tighten the screws too much as this could damage the strike plate. If you're unsure whether the latch plate is in the proper position Try closing and then opening the door to determine whether it latches and closes correctly. If not then you'll have to adjust the strike plate upwards or down, or move it forward or back until the door shuts and latches correctly. If the door continues to move or jiggles, you might have to expand your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more common for older doors, but could be due to wear and tear hinge mortises that are not deep enough or the wrong size for the latch, or because of damaged or broken strike plate. If this is the situation you can use a metal file instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Removal of the Latch The latch is a curved metal piece which slides in and out of a hole on the inside of your door. The latch moves forward when you turn the handle. It also connects to a hole in the door frame to keep the door shut. If your door shakes when you close it, a new latch may be all you need to fix the problem. The screws that hold the door latch are difficult to see, but you can usually put a screwdriver in a small hole in the trim plate and then pry the latch off. Once you've removed the trim plate, it should be simple to take off the latch as well as the bolts that keep the spindle and latch in the position. If the latch cannot be easily removed, use a paperclip or tool to take it off the handle mechanism. Place the item in the recessed latch slot and gently move it around until you feel the handle and latch begin to split. It is possible repeat this process a few times before you can pull the latch out. You should be able slide the new latch into its slot with no issues after you've removed the old one. Make use of the new screws to connect the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure that it is correctly positioned in the slot and aligned with the screw chambers. Check the backset of the current handle (the distance between the center of the large hole in the door's front and the edge) prior to installing the new handle. Make sure that the size of the latch of the new handle is equal to the measurement. If you are replacing the latch or handle or handle, or if your previous lock cylinder is damaged then you'll need an entirely new one. If you're not changing locks the new lock will fit in the recess you have already installed, and work with your current keys. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates to match your old handles. Take off the cover plate Door handles can start to look worn over time If you replace them with a contemporary lever-on-rose designs, it's a quick and easy DIY and decorating project that will improve the overall look of your home. You can purchase complete sets with matching escutcheons, privacy adaptors and escutcheons. The first step to replace an internal door handle is to remove the cover plate or rose, which hides the screws and the mechanism within. Utilize a flathead to take off the plate. It could have an opening on one edge or be held by pins. After the cover plate is removed take the screw that holds the inside handle in place and put it aside. You'll also want to remove the screws that are holding the latch and the plates inside, which you can do by loosening them with a Philips screwdriver. Take the inner plates and latch from the door. Place them aside. Some doors don't have this gap. If it doesn't have a handle, you'll need to drill a hole in the door for the new handle. It's the same procedure for opening a locked door however you'll need to be extra careful not to harm the door's frame or frame. After the holes are drilled then you'll need to install new door knob screws. Be sure to purchase the same size as the previous ones, so you don't end up with an handle that is either too tight or too loose. Installing a new strike rod and latch is also required. These are not included in most door handle sets. If you're looking for a quality replacement interior door handle set Try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome-finished handle set. It is a factory-fit and has received hundreds of 5-star reviews. It's a great choice to replace damaged or worn door handle hardware inside your Chevy HHR.