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A sticking deadbolt is a common nuisance for homeowners. It can be caused by debris, weather, and general wear and tear. This guide will instruct users how to repair a sticking deadbolt. Fortunately, this is an intermediate fix and the estimated time to complete this repair is thirty to forty-five minutes.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove both of the ¾-inch screws from the strike plate.
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Remove both of the 2.5 inch mounting screws from the lock cylinder.
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After all four screws have been taken out, slide the latch of the deadbolt out of the door frame.
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Spray GumOut parts cleaner at an angle into the latch of the deadbolt.
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Use a rag to clean and dry off latch.
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Spray GumOut parts cleaner into the key cylinder to lubricate chamber.
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Insert dry powdered graphite into the key cylinder of the deadbolt.
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Place the key into the cylinder to lubricate and clean the chamber.
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Apply the dry powdered graphite to the latch of the deadbolt.
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Use a rag to remove excess dry powdered graphite from the latch.
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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.
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Then mount the key cylinder on the screws.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the 2.5 inch mounting screws and secure the deadbolt to the frame.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to screw in both of the ¾-inch screws back into the strike plate.
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After following this fast fix guide, the sticking deadbolt should be fixed.
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?
