Remove Self Closing Door Hinge Pin

The best way to remove door hinge pin with a bottom cap.

Remove self closing door hinge pin.

Put the flat end of the nail against the pin and tap it up with the hammer. Release the spring pressure and test the closure of the door. Shows to remove the hinges from the a self closing door. Shows to remove the hinges from the a self closing door.

Then remove the pin using pliers. You can then remove the hex wrench and allow the spring to naturally unwind. Find the hole beside the locking pin on the hinge s spring which is usually either at the top of bottom of the hinge s housing. Force the pin up from the door hinge.

Taking a hammer and your nail punch gently ram the pin upwards. You can use a hammer to remove the hinge pins after removing the cover plate but you will also need to be careful to avoid damaging the trim. Rotate the locking pin to remove and replace the pin one hole further away from the door. Continue to tap it up gradually increasing the force until the pin is finally lodged upwards.

A spring loaded hinge should only be removed when the door is closed to avoid it slamming. Use small taps on with the hammer to remove the hinge pins. To loosen first close the door.