How to reset a keyless-entry lock code
Whether you forgot the code, changed cleaners, or had a roommate move out, resetting a keyless deadbolt takes 5 minutes on most brands. Schlage, Kwikset, Yale, and August each have their own reset sequence — if you've lost the manual, here's how to find the right one.
What you'll learn
- Where to find the default master code on common brands
- How to reset user codes without the master code
- When a factory reset is necessary
Step by step
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