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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 are difficult to use. With a little patience, you can put in the new handle in no time. Modern door handles are equipped with cover plates that conceal the screws to give them a beautiful appearance. However, you will need to attach them separately if the new handle doesn't have them attached already. Removal of the Old Handle Door handles are not only important for their aesthetic value to your home, but they're crucial for safety as they let you lock and unlock your door. However, as time passes your door handle can lose its grip, become loose, or look old and worn out. This is an indication that it's time for a replacement. If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it may be time to replace it. This is a serious issue as you will no longer be able to lock or unlock the door and put you and your family at risk. It's also an excellent idea to replace your door handle if it is damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle could be very dangerous, especially when your children or elderly family members are unable to open it and could get trapped within. It's a good thing that it's easy to fix a broken door handle by simply replacing the handle that was broken. The majority of modern door handles are standard size and therefore are suitable for any door. If you're not sure if the new door handle you're buying will work, try removing the old one and determining the holes in its housing. This will allow you to buy the right size door handle. The easiest method to take off the door handle you have been using is to take it off of the door. This is usually done with a screw driver. Some door handles come with the cover plate, which conceals the screws used to mount them. It is necessary to remove this to get to the screws. After removing the handle that was previously used, take note of how the spindle is connected. This will assist you in aligning the new handle. You can also remove the door handle by removing the latch mechanism. This is typically done with a screwdriver but you'll need to locate the small latch, which should be just to the left of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, take off the handle and the strike plate. Then, you can remove the latch from the door's edge. Removal of the Strike Plate You'll have to replace your latch plate after replacing the handle. It's the part that holds the hole where the door's latch hooks in when the door closes. The new handles will have two latch plates: a rectangular and circular plate (see the image above which shows the various parts of the door handle). If your current latch plate is rectangular in shape, swap it over to the round one, so that the latch hooks into the strike plate in a manner that makes the handle easier to operate. The first step is to loosen the screw that is holding the old latch plate in place. The screws are often quite tight and require a fair amount of force to loosen them. If possible, it may be beneficial to have another person assist with this part. Once the screws are removed, the latch plate will slide out of the door easily. If the latch plate is stuck or won't move, use a small hammer to scrape the edges. This may help free the plate up. You can now move on to preparing the new door strike plate for installation. Install the latch plate in the door jamb using the screws that were included with your new handles. Do not tighten the screws too much because this could damage the strike plate. If you're not sure if the latch plate is in the right position, try closing and opening the door to see if it closes and latches correctly. If it doesn't then you'll need to adjust the strikeplate upwards or down, or forward or back until the door shuts correctly. If the door is still jiggling or moving, it may be necessary to expand the hole for the latch in the strike plate. This is more common on older doors. It could be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too narrow, the wrong size latch, or a damaged strike plate. If this is the case then you should use a filing made of metal instead of a chisel, or hammer to adjust the strike plate. Eliminating the Latch The latch is the metal piece that is angled that slides between the hole that runs along the inside edge of your door. When you turn the handle, it pushes this latch forward which allows you to open the door. It also hooks into an opening in the frame of the door to keep your door shut. If your door wiggles when you close it, changing the latch might be all that's needed to fix it. It's difficult to see the screws that hold the latch to the door, but there's usually a small slot on the trim plate that permits you to insert a screwdriver and take it off. After taking off the trim plate you will be able to pull off the latch and the bolts that hold it and the spindle that holds it. If the latch doesn't easily be released, try using the clip of a paper or tool to release it from the handle mechanism. Place the item in the recessed latch slot and gently turn or jiggle it until you feel the latch and handle begin to separate. You may need repeat this process a few times before you are able to pull the latch out. You should be able slide the new latch into its slot without problems after you have removed the old one. Make sure that the latch is properly positioned in the slot and is aligned with the screw chambers and then use your new screws to attach it to the strike plate and door frame. Before installing the new handle, make sure to measure your existing backset (the distance from the centre of the big hole on the front of the door to the edge). Check that the latch size of the new handle is in line with the measurement. You'll require a brand new cylinder for your lock if replacing the latch and handle, or your old one is damaged. If you're not changing the locks the new latch will fit in your existing recess and will work with your current keys. Pick a latch that has rectangular cover plates that match your old handles. Then remove the Cover Plate Door handles may begin to look worn over time, but if you replace them with a contemporary lever-on-rose designs, it's a quick and easy DIY and decorating project that can improve the overall appearance of your home. You can purchase complete sets that include the appropriate escutcheons and privacy adjustor kits. To replace the door handle inside remove the cover plate (or rose), which covers the screws and mechanism. Use a flathead for removing the cover plate. It may have an opening on one edge or be secured by a pin. Remove the screw that holds the handle in the interior and put it aside after the cover plate is removed. Remove the screws that hold both the outer and inner plates. You can loosen them by using a Philips Screwdriver. Remove the plates that hold the inner plate and latch from the door. Put them away. Not all doors have this gap. If yours isn't allow for a handle, you'll have to drill a new hole in the door. It's the same procedure as opening a door locked, but you will have to be extra careful not to scratch the door's frame or frame. The installation of new door knob screws is necessary after holes have been drilled. Be sure to purchase the same size as the old ones, to ensure that you do not end up with a handle that's too tight or loose. Installing a new latch and strike rod is also required. They aren't included in most door handle sets. If you're in search of a reliable replacement set of interior door handles Try the Amazon's Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome-finished handle set. It's a factory-fit product and has received hundreds five-star reviews. It's an excellent choice to replace damaged or worn interior door handle hardware on your Chevy HHR.