Additional tools
(if needed)
wood block
Parts in the boxRequired tools
Latch ScrewsStrikes
Keys
Deadbolt
SmartKey® tool
(SmartKey locks only)
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Hold the latch in front of the door hole, with
the latch case lush against the door edge.
latch case
If the D-shaped hole is centered
in the door hole, no adjustment is
required. Proceed to step 4.
If the D-shaped hole is NOT centered, adjust
latch. See “Latch Adjustment” (step 3C).
Latch Adjustment
(
onl
y if needed)
180°
Rotate the front of the
latch to extend it.
Use a screwdriver to
retract the latch bolt.
Install
drive-in
collar.
Extend the
latch bolt.
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P (2x)
Install backplate.
Install
faceplate.
centered
not centered
Make sure the curve is on
the bottom of the latch.
Make sure the curve is on
the bottom of the latch.
D-shaped hole
*Call Kwikset to order
a service kit for 21/4"
(57 mm) thick doors.
23/8" (60 mm)
or
23/4" (70 mm)
13/8"–21/4"*
35 mm–57 mm*
21/8"
54 mm
1"
25 mm
Door edge NOT
chiseled
Door edge chiseled
Instructions continue on reverse
23/8" (60 mm)
23/4" (70 mm)
Backset
Centerline
13/8" (35 mm)
13/4" (44 mm)
21/4" (57 mm)
Edge of the door
Fold
Drilling Template
Template is only needed if a new hole must be drilled in the door.
Face of the door
180°
Use a screwdriver to extend the latch bolt.
Make sure the curve is on
the bottom of the latch.
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Installation Guide
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Prepare door and check dimensions
1
Extend latch bolt
2
Adjust the backset of the latch (if needed)
3
Install latch
4