Apply WD-40 to door handle pivot pins

In severe winter conditions, applying WD-40 to door handle pivot pins can prevent ice buildup that can jam the door handle. Consider applying WD-40 to the door handle pivot pins if you expect freezing rain, heavy snowfall or icy conditions. Apply more as needed.

Caution: Read and follow the instructions and warnings provided by WD-40 before performing this procedure.

Apply WD-40 to door handle pivot pins:

• Open the door handle and hold it in the open position with a folded towel or other soft material.
• Attach the included spray tube to the WD-40 bottle nozzle.
• Wear safety glasses.
• Place the end of the spray tube next to the pivot pin and spray it for about one second. Be careful not to accidentally spray other components.

Note: Rest the end of the spray tube on top of the spring around the pivot pin to better aim the spray.

Warning: Make sure to wear safety glasses when performing this step.

• Remove the towel or other soft material used to hold the door handle open.
• Swing the door handle in and out about ten times.
• A second time, place the end of the spray tube next to the pivot pin and spray it for about one second. Be careful not to accidentally spray other components.

Note: Rest the end of the spray tube on top of the spring around the pivot pin to better aim the spray.

• Remove the towel or other soft material used to hold the door handle open.
• Swing the door handle in and out about ten times.
• Perform this procedure on the other three door handles.