Straighten a large wire paper clip out and insert one end into the hole until you feel the spring loaded retaining pin.
How to get a bathroom door handle off.
Take out the screws then carefully pry off the plate with a flat head screwdriver.
Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole.
Find the screws on the side of the door that secure the latch plate.
Unscrew your door knob begin by holding the door knob securely in place.
Using a philips head screwdriver turn counterclockwise to unscrew a knob with standard hex head screws.
If any screws are exposed during this process remove them to release the lock and remove it from the door.
Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door.
Many door knobs have trim plates that cover the screws so removing them can be a bit tricky if you ve never done it before.
Our quick video shows you how si.
Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware.
Pull the outer doorknob while pressing the retaining pin with the paper clip.
With the plate removed you can now pull the latch mechanism through the side of the door.