Try to open the door while it is shut.
Stuck lock on door.
Remove these screws unscrew one side of the door knob and pull the door handle and lock assembly out of the door.
The knob will not turn to retract the stuck door latch.
If the malfunctioning lock is in the door handle there will be at least two screws securing the door handle to the door.
Guide the straw as far in as you can to make sure you re hitting every part of the locking mechanism that might be sticking with the wd 40.
The door latch is not extended before rotating the knob.
A sticky lock is usually caused when excess dirt and grime binds up the mechanisms that enable the lock to turn smoothly.
Start by trying to push the lock button.
Release the button quickly try sliding your finger off the button so the pressure is maintained up until the precise moment of release with no backing off.
Locate the screws holding the lock in place on the inside of the door.
Push and hold the button in.
A door knob lock button stuck has a few quick fixes that you can try out.
Fortunately there are a number of ways to fix a stuck lock without calling in the professionals and breaking your budget.
Place the end of the straw into the opening of the lock where you normally insert your key.
Insert the straw into the opening of the lock.
The latch will not retract even when the knob is turned.
Take note of the type of resistance.
Remove the old lock.
More force is needed to turn the knob and unstick the latch.
Soak your door lock in kerosene for 24 hours if it isn t attached to a door and has been rusted shut.