Kwikset Interior Door Lock Opening Instructions?

Mark’s Locksmith, a small locksmith business in Oregon, offers a step-by-step guide on how to remove a locked Kwikset lock from your door. The lock can be locked with the Kwikset button, but the User Code will not unlock the door. To use the Premis touchscreen, you must have at least one user code programmed. To add user codes from inside the lock, follow these steps:

1. Remove the lockset from the door or packaging. Separate and set aside the interior half of the lockset. Hold the lock so that the side with the keyway is facing the interior. Press the latch bolt to install the knob. If installing a passage lock on an entry door, ensure the knob with screw holes is on the interior side.

2. Use a narrow flat bladed screwdriver to push through the small hole on the knob. There is a small lever inside to disengage the locking mechanism.

3. Slide a sharp knife on top of the bolt and pull the door hard enough to prevent the bolt from springing. Look inside the doorknob for a little hole and insert a small screwdriver into it as far as possible. Twist and twirl your tool until it catches the lock.

In summary, removing a locked Kwikset lock is a simple process that requires proper knowledge and skill. By following these steps, you can easily open a locked Kwikset lock without damaging it.