Take your new shower faucet stem, and make sure that it is a suitable match for the other. Once the bolts are free, the old stem can be taken off. Step 5 - Replace the Stem and Put the Faucet Back Together A socket wrench should still work with no trouble. You may sometimes find that the bolt is actually fitted into the wall, in a recess. Use a proper-fitting socket and turn it until the bolt is out. Clear any dirt, debris, or caulking from the hole to give yourself a better look at the entire thing. Now you will be able to see the faucet stem.
Pull any trim rings off of the stem as well, if necessary. Cut away any caulking around them with a utility knife and twist counterclockwise to unthread them from the base. On many faucets, there will be decorative escutcheons hiding the stem. You should be able to see a flange behind the handle as well this also needs to be removed. Then, take off the handle, wiggling it back and forth if it seems stuck on the stem. Undo this screw, and set it off to one side. Once this has been popped off, you should be able to see a large screw securing the handle in place. This is the cover that can be removed using the flat tip of your screwdriver. Step 2 - Remove Faucet HandlesĪt the tip of your faucet handle, you will be able to see a round disc. Run the water from the shower after to ensure the pipes are completely empty before beginning your work. Turn off the water supply using your key or by twisting the valve using your wrench. You might consider just shutting off the water to your shower, which will allow you to run water to other parts of the house, but this is often a false saving and will leave you vulnerable to water leaks. Before you begin any repairs in your bathroom, it is always a good idea to turn your water off at the mains.
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