I have a 20+ year old kwikset deadbolt that I want to change the backset on from 2 3/4 to 2 3/8. It seems this is undoable on my model. Did you manufacture unadjustable deadbolts then?

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use the proper size alan wrench to tighten or loosen face plate . That is if you have not stripped that hole by putting the wrong tool to it. Under that plate is the 2 main screws to hold the hardware tight to the door.

Tim Carter

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• Posted on Apr 13, 2009

SOURCE: My key is stuck in my Kwikset deadbolt door lock

spray a little bit of oil where you insert the key turn it a couple of time to make sure it is lubricated then turn to correct location to pull out key hold cylinder in with finger key should pull out

SOURCE: Lost entry door key, need to rekey kwikset deadbolt

Unfortunatley you need to have the key to remove the cylinder. You can take it to a locksmith that can pick" it to remove the cylinder and make you a key but it may be more cost effective to replace it.

Sorry not to be mre help.

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Hi,
I think this is what your looking for... click link below.
http://www.kwikset.com/smartseries/smartcode.aspx

click on the correct link to your system at the bottom of the page when you get there.

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SOURCE: Kwikset Smart Key Deadbolt Won't Unlock

Kwikset Smart Key locks are complete junk. I am a locksmith and I am constantly going from house to house replacing these "dumb key" locks with original kwikset pin tumbler locks. What happens is either your key or the wafers inside the lock wear slightly, slightly enough to cause your keys to not turn, and since these locks cannot be picked due to a side bar system, they must be drilled off and thrown away when this happens Unless you have another access point to get in the house. If you do remove lock from the inside, throw it in the trash, buy original kwikset and replace.