Schlage deadbolts are a type of lock that’s common in homes. If you want to remove the Schlage deadbolt, there are several ways to do it.

In this article, We will offer some tips to help you know how to remove a Schlage deadbolt in some easy ways.

And in general, the steps to remove a Schlage deadbolt include:

• Step 1: Remove the battery cover and the battery.
• Step 2: Remove the inside assembly.
• Step 3: Disconnect the cable from the connector
• Step 4: Remove the backplate.
• Step 5: Remove the outside touchscreen assembly.
• Step 6: Pry off the outside backplate
• Step 7: Remove the Schlage deadbolt faceplate.
• Step 8: Remove the strike plate and reinforcement plate

However, removing and installing a Schlage deadbolt for someone familiar with the process typically takes 5 to 10 minutes. For someone who has never done this, it might take a bit longer, perhaps 15 to 25 minutes, especially if they’re being careful and taking their time.

Prepare Tools to Remove the Schlage Deadbolt

To remove a Schlage deadbolt, you will need three tools: A Phillips screwdriver, a hammer, and a flathead screwdriver.

• The Philips screwdriver inserts the screws on the back of the deadbolt and unscrews them easily.
• The hammer is used with the flathead screwdriver to pry off the lock from its casing.

It is important to note that the deadbolt does not come with a removal tool, so you must use the tools you provided. Removing a deadbolt from its casing varies depending on which model of lock you have installed.

Please note: Schlage keypad deadbolts include Schlage Sense, Schlage Connect, Schlage Encode, Schlage BE365, Schlage FE595, 575, 375, and more.

Almost all of them have a similar structure and composition; although the removal steps may differ slightly in some models, they are generally the same.

Step 1: Remove the battery cover, and then remove the battery.

To remove the Schlage deadbolt, locate the battery cover on the back of your unit and pull it off using your fingers. Then, remove the battery from your Schlage deadbolt keypad lock.

Step 2: Remove the inside assembly.

Once you’ve removed your deadbolt’s battery, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to unscrew its two fixed screws inside the assembly (you may need some help with this step). Then, you can remove the inside assembly ( Generally, it is a thumb-turn assembly). This will give you access to its wiring to disconnect its cable connector from the inside.

Step 3: Disconnect the cable from the connector

You can disconnect the cable from the connector on the back of the touchscreen assembly by pressing it in, then pull it out slightly so it clears terminal pins on both sides of the lock housing.

Step 4: Remove the backplate.

After removing the inside assembly, you can see the backplate with two screws that connect with the outside touchscreen assembly. Please unscrew two screws and pull out the back plate.

Step 5: Remove the outside touchscreen assembly.

Use an Allen wrench to remove the screws holding your touchscreen. The screen should now be loose enough to easily pull it up and out of its casing.

Step 6: Pry off the outside backplate with a flathead screwdriver

then take apart its four pieces with a Phillips head screwdriver until you can see its insides (note: this may require some strength as it is held together with glue).

Step 7: Remove the Schlage deadbolt faceplate.

You can find the two screws of the deadbolt faceplate from the edge of the door. Now remove the two screws and pull up the latch assembly.

Step 8: Remove the strike plate and reinforcement plate

Now focus on removing the strike plate and reinforcement plate from their respective holes in your doorframe by using a Philips screwdriver and carefully turning each one counterclockwise (to “loosen”).

Once these pieces have been loosened sufficiently enough for removal with little effort, remove them from where they were mounted, then set them aside for future reassembly purposes when replacing all components associated with them, like hinges e, etc.

Check the following video to learn how to Remove a Schlage keypad Deadbolt step by step:

Install Schlage keypad deadbolt – remove and replace

How to remove the Schlage single-cylinder deadbolt?

• Remove the inside housing. Remove the inside housing; remove the two screws on either side of the door jamb. These are typically Phillips head screws but can also be flathead.

• Remove the outside housing. Without removing any screws or wires from this step, carefully pull off your door’s exterior casing using a flathead screwdriver or other prying tool. If necessary, until it’s loose enough for you to grab onto its edges with both hands and pull it off without damaging anything else on your door or around its frame.

• Remove ring: Once you’ve removed both housings (inside and outside), you should see one screw holding in place a ring that holds together all of your bits and pieces like faceplate and strike plate. Before removing everything else, you’ll want to unscrew this screw with a regular-sized Phillips head screwdriver.

• Remove the Schlage deadbolt faceplate screws. You can find the two screws of the deadbolt faceplate from the edge of the door. Now remove the two screws and pull up the latch assembly.

• Remove the Strike and reinforcement plate if you have one. The “strike” is the metal piece that attaches to your frame, which holds up your deadbolt lock when it’s locked. If you don’t have one, skip this step and move on!

How to remove a Schlage double-cylinder deadbolt?

To remove your Schlage double-cylinder deadbolt, you’ll need to:

• Remove the screw caps from the inside housing by turning them counterclockwise with a screwdriver.

• Remove the screws inside the housing by turning counterclockwise with a Phillips head screwdriver. Usually two them depending on your deadbolt model, and they will be located in different places on each side of the lock (one will be near the thumb turn, another might be on top or bottom)

• Remove the ring (the small metal circle around the faceplate) from around the outside of your lock. This can be done by simply turning it clockwise until it unscrews and pops off.

• Remove the outside housing. With a flathead screwdriver, pry up on your locks outside the housing (this is where you’ll find your bolt). This can take a bit of force, so use both hands and apply pressure evenly throughout its length.

• Remove the faceplate from your lock and remove any decorative trim attached.
• Remove the latch assembly.
• To remove any remaining parts, slide out each bolt individually using needle-nose pliers or similar tools; repeat this process until nothing remains in place except for some glue residue (which can be cleaned up with rubbing alcohol).

You can also check the following video to learn how to remove a Schlage double-cylinder deadbolt:

How to remove a double deadbolt with no visible screws?

How to remove a Schlage deadbolt without screws?

To Remove a Schlage Deadbolt Without Screws:

• Inspect your lock. You will need to know what type of deadbolt you have so that you can determine the steps required to remove it.
• Remove the thumb-turn from the inside housing. Locate the small pinhole on the shaft. Use a paperclip or an awl with a fine point to press the pinhole to release the lever. Remove the thumb-turn lever and set it aside. This part lets you manually unlock and lock your door without a key.
• Remove the decorative plate. Use a small flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry the plate off the inside housing. You can see the mounting screws and unscrew them with a screwdriver.
• Remove the outside deadbolt housing. Unscrew the two mounting screws of the outer housing with a Phillips screwdriver. Then, grasp the inside deadbolt housing and the outside chassis with your other hand. Pull the two halves of the deadbolt apart.
• Remove latch assembly. Locate the two screws of the deadbolt faceplate from the edge of the door. Remove the two screws and then pull out the latch assembly.
• Gather all these parts to be easily accessible when ready to put everything back together!

To know more about how to remove a Schlage Deadbolt Without Screws, you can check the following video:

How to remove a Schlage Double Key Deadbolt with no Visible Screws?

What needs to pay attention to when removing the Schlage deadbolt?

Before removing the Schlage deadbolt, you must ensure you have all the necessary tools and knowledge for the job. You will also need to be comfortable taking apart your lock because it can be somewhat complicated if you aren’t unfamiliar.

• Make sure you have the right tools for the job. You’ll need a hammer, a flathead screwdriver, or any other tool to help remove the deadbolt from its casing.
• Make sure you are comfortable with the process. If you have never done anything like this before, it’s’ best to read up on removing a Schlage deadbolt and watch some YouTube videos of people pulling them before trying it yourself!
• Make sure you are in a safe place/situation where there is little chance of injury or property damage occurring while working on removing your Schlage deadbolt lock.
• You must take your time and be careful when removing the deadbolt from your door. It’s straightforward to get damaged or broken if you aren’t careful, so take your time and don’t rush it.
• It’s also essential that you handle the lock cylinder with care. This is what opens and closes your deadbolt, so if it gets damaged or broken, you’ll have to replace both pieces of hardware.