Close the door and test the door handle again.
Exterior door handle not working.
4 close the door and try just the external handle.
See if this retracts the handle.
Discussion starter 1 sep 6 2017.
Use a tool a flathead screwdriver will work to twist within the gap the thru spindle inserts into.
Exterior driver side door handle not working.
You will need to address that connection.
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Hopefully this is a long term fix.
5 grease the exterior handle s inside components with white grease spray.
Here we look at repairs for locksets and knobs.
If you have a key that won t work in the lock please see how to repair keyed door locks.
It may be on the.
Check the new door handle to see if it is working without closing the door.
Often a malfunctioning latch assembly or lock mechanism causes the problem.
Many door knob and lockset problems can be corrected before they become so serious that the lockset does not work at all.
Improperly functioning new door handles have either been installed incorrectly are not the proper fit for your needs or point to the fact that the door handle was not the issue.
Any questions just ask.
Look for the set screw on neck of the knob between the handle and door.
Take the handles knobs off of the door.
Remove the handles including the thru spindle.
If the bolt moves but not enough to allow the door to open the mechanism probably needs lubrication.
3 while opening the door with the internal handle pull out the external handle and the working parts should latch on.
This can be in the form of the door not closing the door knob not working or the lock not engaging the strike plate.
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