Re-Keying a Schlage Entry Knob and Deadbolt

Re-Keying a Schlage entry knob and deadbolt using Prime-Line's E-2402 Re-Key a Lock kit. Part No. E-2402

Re-Key kits are also available for the following lock sets.

Part No. -- Description
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E 2400 -- RE-KEYING KIT, KWIKSET, 5 PIN

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E 2401 -- RE-KEYING KIT, TITAN, 6 PIN
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E 2402 -- RE-KEYING KIT, SCHLAGE, TYPE "C", 5 PIN
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E 2404 -- RE-KEYING KIT, WEISER, 5 PIN

Cylinder shown in this video is our E-2000

[stevewolf]

I have no idea if the people who made this video are still around - but they deserve big compliments. Leo is very clear in his words and actions, and the videographer does a great job of zooming in on the action and back out to the presenter, keeping it all well centered and focused. It's hard to do this well, and especially to make it appear simple and natural. Very well done!

[michaeltaylor]

Great video! Actually bought this kit a year ago intending to rekey a lock. Had to replace a broken Schlage deadbolt today, and the new one came with keys that don't match. After watching the video I suddenly realized I could take the old key pins out (made sure I kept them in sequence), put them in the new lock tumbler, and voila, my regular house key now works. Saved a trip to locksmith, and all my locks use the same key.

[TravisHalfman]

Old videos with good information are timeless! Thanks.

[athenalorraine]

This is one of the best instructional videos I have seen. Very clear and concise instructions. Thank you!

[Ociralat]

This video is great. I found the video when doing a general Google search for lock re-keying possibilities. After viewing the video and realizing this was produced by a company that actually makes a kit for re-keying Schlage locks, I immediately ordered a kit and have just completed two locks. This video is now saved in my YouTube favorites so I can refer to it when I re-key more! Thank you Prime-Line!

[metalfabman]

Excellent tutorial I knew it wasn't rocket science to rekey a lock set,
but you've made it very straightforward and easy to understand thanks again!!

[caracattx]

After getting a $300+ quote from a locksmith and thinking of all the things I'd rather do with that money I found Prime Line. I rekeyed 10 knobs, levers and deadbolts this weekend using two of your kits. Thank you so much for your products and these videos! 

[leighlo]

Works like a charm! Note… Pay close attention at Mark 5:07 to 5:20 or you will lose your mind. Although I did appreciate the links below that helped me put those springs back. I feel like a pro I did 3 locks.

[douglasmartin]

Excellent video! I used to rekey Schlage and Kwikset locks years ago when I worked for a small town hardware store. I helped a lot of people keep their exes from getting back into their homes after they had been kicked out. Good times. Your color coding system is a really great idea! I wish we had that back in the day. Cheers!

[Newcumpas]

Love the chuckle as he sends the clip off to nowhere land.

[PrimeLineHowTo]

Thank you for watching. It's always nice to get a thanks, it lets us know we're at least helping people.

[mbhart]

Excellent tutorial. Clear, concise and easy to follow. Well done, sir! Thanks!

[InCountry]

I found that it is critical to get the right amount of turns (tension) on the threaded cap when it is put back on the key plug.
If it is too lose or too tight, you won't be able to remove the new key. The cap ring tension makes sure the key plug pins line up with the spring pins.

[drakeanndisorderly]

Today was the first deadbolt I've ever had to change out. This walk-thru was perfect. Thank you.

[TheGarryhall]

Just re-keyed 3 locks.  Could not have done it without this video. Thanks!  Even watching your finger placement was helpful in reassembling the lock mechanism.

[AlbertMaruggi]

you're really good at describing and setting out all of the pieces.

[stephanieoliver]

I just wanted to thank you for your video. I re-keyed 6 Schlage Locks in my home for the price of one re-keying kit from Lowes ($10). Before I made it to Lowes, I did call a number of locksmiths in my area. Each of them ranged from $15-$20 per lock. Thank you, thank you, thank you! you saved me over $100.

[sherrigarvey]

Great video, perfect instructions. I did 8 locks and started the vids at the beginning as I re-keyed each lock to make sure I followed every step correctly. Someone below mentioned the tension on the threaded cap, I, too had trouble getting the key out on the first deadbolt I did. I ended up taking entire lock apart to get key out. Putting springs and plugs back in was like performing microsurgery.

[juliadennehy]

I love it when the clip goes flyin' across the room!

[akflyer]

Awesome for sure. I cant tell you how much this video helped me out. The rekey kit is simple and useful, a great product, but great care must be taken. Its easy to screw the operation up and ruin a lockset. By that I mean losing the springs and pins out of the plug housing. So frustrating to reinstall the springs and pins, this is a great video step by step, and a locksmith is like appliance repairmen, scoundrels I just dont care to give my money to. Thanks!!!