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How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt

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  1. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt, How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 1, imagen 1 de 2 How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt, How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 1, imagen 2 de 2
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove both of the ¾-inch screws from the strike plate.

  2. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 2, imagen 1 de 2 How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 2, imagen 2 de 2
    • Remove both of the 2.5 inch mounting screws from the lock cylinder.

  3. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 3, imagen 1 de 1
    • After all four screws have been taken out, slide the latch of the deadbolt out of the door frame.

  4. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 4, imagen 1 de 2 How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 4, imagen 2 de 2
    • Spray GumOut parts cleaner at an angle into the latch of the deadbolt.

    • Use a rag to clean and dry off latch.

    • We suggest using GumOut cleaning solutions, which is available at most home improvement stores.

  5. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 5, imagen 1 de 1
    • Spray GumOut parts cleaner into the key cylinder to lubricate chamber.

  6. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 6, imagen 1 de 2 How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 6, imagen 2 de 2
    • Insert dry powdered graphite into the key cylinder of the deadbolt.

    • Place the key into the cylinder to lubricate and clean the chamber.

    • If it is difficult to turn the key, then apply more dry powdered graphite into the cylinder.

  7. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 7, imagen 1 de 2 How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 7, imagen 2 de 2
    • Apply the dry powdered graphite to the latch of the deadbolt.

    • Use a rag to remove excess dry powdered graphite from the latch.

  8. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 8, imagen 1 de 1
    • Slide the latch of the deadbolt back into the door frame.

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    • Take the lock cylinder and the 2.5 inch mounting screws and insert them through the latch of the deadbolt.

    • Then mount the key cylinder on the screws.

    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the 2.5 inch mounting screws and secure the deadbolt to the frame.

    • The cylinder should be mounted on the outside of the doorframe.

  10. How to Fix a Sticking Deadbolt: paso 10, imagen 1 de 1
    • Use a Phillips screwdriver to screw in both of the ¾-inch screws back into the strike plate.

Conclusión

After following this fast fix guide, the sticking deadbolt should be fixed.

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GumOut Cleaner seems to be initially intended for Brakes and other auto parts. Is that the product you intend?

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