Changing Tub Valve Stem

Begin by using a flat head screwdriver to pry off the handle s plastic cover also called the plastic insert or index.

Changing tub valve stem.

How to repair a delta tub shower valve. Thanks for watching. See below for a shopping list tool. Unscrew the faucet handles with a phillips screwdriver.

How to fix a leaky tub faucet stem 1. Lubricate the parts with special plumber s grease. Unscrew the handle screw with a flathead or phillips head screwdriver as needed. If you can t find a valve that is dedicated to the bathroom turn off the main.

You will not know what kind of stem you need prior to taking the faucet apart so do not buy it in advance. Turn off the water to the bathtub. Unscrew the lock nut. Use a pocketknife to pry off the small round index cover from the shower s hot water faucet handle.

First unscrew the packing nut. Using a valve stem wrench or channel locks remove the stem. Using needlenose pliers remove the valve clip and pull the valve out of the wall. You may need a faucet handle puller if the handle will not come.

Bring this part to your local hardware or plumbing supply store to buy a replacement. If you re working on a two handled faucet we recommend replacing the washers and seats in both the hot and cold valves. Wiggle the handle and pull it off. Use a valve socket and pliers to loosen and remove the old stem from the wall.

By hand unscrew and remove the escutcheon to expose the stem. This video provides complete instructions on how to repair a malfunctionin. They help us help you. Remove the screw holding the handle in place then pull the handle free of the valve stem.

Pop the caps off the faucet handles with a slot screwdriver. Diy bathtub faucet repair fixing a leaking dripping faucet yourself without paying a plumber. To replace a shower valve start by unscrewing the shower handle and trim plate so you can remove them. A shows the bathtub plumbing faucet stem replacement parts and how to prepare the stem for reinstallation.