Can't remove Kwikset Deadbolt thumb latch

[mitchum]

Hi, I have a Kwikset single-cylinder deadbolt with hidden screws. I removed the set screw with an Allen wrench that holds on the thumb latch as shown on a YouTube video. The problem is that the thumb latch still won't come off after the set screw was removed. Any advice on what to do next? Thanks!

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[billdeserthills]

Take the set screw all the way out, then put the blade of your pocket knife in between the cover plate & the thumb turn & give it a twist, the thumb turn will pop off--remove the plate & gain access to the mounting screws

[locking bad]

Take the set screw all the way out, then put the blade of your pocket knife in between the cover plate & the thumb turn & give it a twist, the thumb turn will pop off--remove the plate & gain access to the mounting screws

yes!the same thing happened me a couple of month ago and i did exactly how billdeserthills suggested you,i hope you sorted it out

[mitchum]

Take the set screw all the way out, then put the blade of your pocket knife in between the cover plate & the thumb turn & give it a twist, the thumb turn will pop off--remove the plate & gain access to the mounting screws

yes!the same thing happened me a couple of month ago and i did exactly how billdeserthills suggested you,i hope you sorted it out

No luck yet, unfortunately. I'm having a locksmith out to replace the lock.

[billdeserthills]

Take the set screw all the way out, then put the blade of your pocket knife in between the cover plate & the thumb turn & give it a twist, the thumb turn will pop off--remove the plate & gain access to the mounting screws

yes!the same thing happened me a couple of month ago and i did exactly how billdeserthills suggested you,i hope you sorted it out

No luck yet, unfortunately. I'm having a locksmith out to replace the lock.

Great news, as a locksmith myself I'm glad to hear you'll be hiring someone to fix this for you