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Door Handle ReplacementIt’s worth it to replace door handles if you aren’t happy with the way they appear, or if they’re difficult to use. With some patience, you can get an entirely new handle in a short time.Modern door handles are typically equipped with cover plates which hide the screws to give them an attractive appearance. If the new handle doesn’t have them already connected, you’ll have to attach them separately.Remove the old handleDoor handles are not only important for their aesthetic value to your home, but they’re essential for security as they let you lock and unlock your door. But, over time your door handle can lose its grip, appear loose, or appear old and worn. This is a sign that it’s probably time for a replacement.If your door handle is becoming difficult to use, it could be time to replace it. This is an issue because it means that you can no longer lock or unlock your door, which could pose a security risk for you and your family.Another reason to replace the door handle is if it’s damaged or broken. A damaged or broken door handle can be dangerous, particularly for elderly or children members who might struggle to open it. They may get trapped. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to fix a broken door handle by simply replacing the handle that was broken.The majority of modern door handles are standard size, so they will fit on any door. If you’re not sure whether your new door handle will fit, try removing the old one and measuring its housing holes. This will help you to buy the right door handle.The most straightforward method to take off your old door handle is to unscrew it from the door. This is usually done with a screw driver. Some door handles have a cover plate which hides the screws that mount them. You’ll need to remove this to get to the screws. Once you’ve removed your old handle, make a note of how the spindle is positioned to ensure you are able to make sure it is aligned when you put in the new one.You can also remove the door handle by unscrewing the latch mechanism. This is usually done using an screwdriver however you’ll need to locate the small latch, which should be on the edge of the trim piece. After you have removed the latch, take off the handle and strike plate. Then remove the latch from the door’s edge.Remove the Strike PlateYou’ll need to replace your latch plate when you replace the handle. It’s the part that is the one that holds the hole in which the latch for the door is inserted when the door is closed. The package the new handles are packaged in will include two different latch plates: either a rectangular or a circular one (see the diagram above detailing the parts of the door handle). If you have an old rectangular latch plate, swap it with a circular one. This will allow the latch to be able to hook into the strike plate and make the handle more convenient.The first step is to unscrew the screw that holds the latch plate that was previously in place. The screws are typically tight and require a lot of force to loosen them. It may be helpful to get a second person to assist with this task if you can.After the screws are removed and the latch plate should pull out of the door easily. If the latch plate is stuck or doesn’t move, use a small hammer to scrape the edges. This may help free the plate up.Now you can prepare the new strike plate to be installed. Utilizing the screws made of wood that came with your new handles, attach the latch plate onto the inside of the doorjamb. Be careful not to tighten too much the screws, as this could cause damage to the strike plate.If you’re not sure whether the latch plate is in the proper position, shut and then open the door to determine whether it locks and closes correctly. If not then you’ll have to adjust the strike plate up or down, or even forward or back until the door shuts and latches properly.If the door continues to move or jiggles, you may need to increase the size of your latch hole on the strike plate. This is more common on older doors. It can be caused by wear and tear hinges that are too small, a incorrect size of the latch or a damaged strike plate. If this is the situation, follow the same procedure for adjusting the strike plate, using a metal file instead of the hammer and chisel.Remove the LatchThe latch is the angled metal piece that slides between the hole that runs along the inside edge of your door. The latch moves forward when you turn the handle. It also hooks into an opening in the door’s frame so that the door remains closed. If your door wiggles when you close it, changing the latch could be the only thing needed to fix it.The screws that hold the door latch are difficult to see, but you can usually use a screwdriver to make a small hole on the trim plate and pry the latch off. After removing the trim plate, you should be able to remove the latch and the bolts that hold it in place and the spindle in position.If the latch won’t release you can try using the clip of a paper or tool to spring it loose from the handle mechanism. Insert the item into the recessed latch slot and then gently twist or jiggle until you feel the that the latch and handle are beginning to separate. You may have to do this several times before the latch is loose enough to pull out.After the old latch has been removed and the old latch is removed, you should be able to move the new latch into the slot without problems. Use the new screws to secure the latch to the strike plate or door frame. Make sure that it is properly positioned in the slot, aligned with the screw chambers.Measure the existing backset (the distance between the centre of the large hole on the door’s front and the edge) prior to installing the new handle. Also, make sure that the size of the latch on the new handle is a good match to the measurement of your existing handle.If you are replacing the handle or latch, or if your old lock cylinder is damaged then you’ll need a new one. If you’re not changing locks the new lock will fit in the recess you have already installed, and will work with your existing keys. Select a latch with rectangular cover plates to match your old handles.Take off the cover plateYou can replace your old door handles with a modern design of roses and levers to improve the look of your house. You can purchase complete sets that include matching escutcheons as well as privacy adaptor kits.To replace an internal door handle, remove the cover plate (or rose), which covers the screws and mechanism. Use a flathead to remove the cover plate. It could have an opening on one edge or be secured by a pin.After the cover plate is removed take off the screw that holds the interior handle in place and put it aside. You’ll also want to remove the screws that hold the latch and inner plates to the door, which you can accomplish by loosening them using a Philips screwdriver. Then, take the inner plates and latch plate from the door and put them aside.Most doors have an opening between the jamb of the door and the inner edge of the frame that allows for a handle, however not all do. If yours isn’t have a handle, you’ll need to make a hole in the door. The procedure to do this is the same as for opening a door with the lock, however you’ll need to take extra care not to damage the door or frame.Installing new door knob screws is necessary after holes have been made. Make sure to buy the same size as the old ones, so you won’t have an handle that is either too tight or loose. You’ll also have to install the new strike rod and latch plate, which aren’t included with most door handle sets.If you’re looking for a high-quality replacement set of interior door handles Try the Amazon’s Choice FAERSI two-piece chrome finish handle set. It is a factory-fit and has been praised with hundreds of five-star reviews. It’s an excellent choice to replace damaged or worn interior door handle hardware on your Chevy HHR.