This video will show you how to get your closed door open because of a latch failure.
Kiwiset door lock gets stuck.
Once you have the door handle off you can now try to open the latch manually with either a large flathead screwdriver or pair of needle nose pliers.
You should first test the door latch to ensure the latch is sticking inside the door and not due to a misaligned strike plate.
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This video will show you how to get your closed door open because of a latch failure.
On the kwikset locks this looks like two little teeth that the cylinder pushes back.
You can see where the cylinder entered the dead latch mechanism and pulled the latch back.
If you and your key get stuck try these three fixes to get inside without having to hire a locksmith.
Turn the knob to open the door and release the knob slowly.