How to Replace a Standard Door Lock

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Description: If your door lock has finally succumbed to...

Steps:

1. Place a piece of tape on both sides of the lock to ensure it doesn’t fall on the floor once unscrewed.
2. Make sure enough tape is placed on the lock as the current door lock may be heavier than expected and could fall off once unscrewed.
3. Ensure the surrounding area is free of any debris or dust that may interfere with the installation.
4. Place a towel, cloth, or even a container/bucket on the area below the door in case the lock falls to ensure no damage is done to the floor or the surrounding area.

5. Use your Phillips #0 screwdriver to remove the two 70 mm pan head screws on the side that holds the lock in place.
6. Hold one side of the lock for extra stability if required.

7. Remove the tape on both sides of the lock carefully.

8. Align your new lock with the given holes on the door.

9. Place a piece of tape on both sides of the new lock to ensure the lock does not move when placing the screws.
10. Make sure the enough tape is placed on the lock as it may fall off depending on the weight of the door lock.
11. Place a cloth or container underneath the lock in case it falls off to ensure no damage is done to the floor or the surrounding area.

12. Place the 70 mm pan head screws in the given holes and use your Phillips #0 screwdriver to screw them in accordingly.
13. Hold one side of the lock for extra stability if required.