Straighten a large wire paper clip out and insert one end into the hole until you feel the spring loaded retaining pin.
How to get a bathroom door handle off.
Remove the latch mechanism if you re installing a new handle.
Take out the screws then carefully pry off the plate with a flat head screwdriver.
Using a philips head screwdriver turn counterclockwise to unscrew a knob with standard hex head screws.
Pull the outer doorknob while pressing the retaining pin with the paper clip.
Straighten a paper clip and insert it into the hole.
Many door knobs have trim plates that cover the screws so removing them can be a bit tricky if you ve never done it before.
If any screws are exposed during this process remove them to release the lock and remove it from the door.
Once triggered the lever or lock trim can be removed from the door.
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With the plate removed you can now pull the latch mechanism through the side of the door.
Unscrew your door knob begin by holding the door knob securely in place.
Apply a bit of pressure to the paper clip to trigger a release button inside the hardware.