Replace Kitchen Faucet Cartridge

If you have plumber s grease apply a small amount to the cartridge s o rings using your finger.

Replace kitchen faucet cartridge.

Watch the 1224 cartridge removal installation video. Cartridge 4000 unfinished replacement cartridge. If your faucet is leaking from the handles it might be time to replace the faucet cartridge. Cartridge faucets come in both single lever and two handle versions and various models use different types of plastic or brass body cartridges.

We promise it s easy and the best part is you can do it all by yourself. To replace the cartridge grip the top of the cartridge with pliers and pull straight up to remove it. Your kitchen faucet gets a lot of use so you want to keep it in tip top shape. With the cartridge out inspect o rings for any damage.

In a single handle faucet the handle causes the internal cartridge to rise or lower within the faucet body to start and stop the flow of water. On some models of faucet you may have to remove the cartridge with a specialized tool which will be indicated on manufacturer s instructions. Cartridge faucets are so named because inside their handle is a movable brass or plastic cartridge. Cartridge 1224 two handle replacement cartridge hot or cold.

Two handle faucet cartridges. Replacing a faucet cartridge is an easy do it yourself fix wit. If you find that your cartridge type faucet is leaking water you can replace a few of its parts without spending a lot of time and money on a new faucet. This 4000 cartridge does not have a removal installation video feel free to contact us or call us for assistance at 1 800 buy moen 1 800 289 6636 we re happy to help.