How Do You Repair A Kohler Faucet In A Bathroom Sink?

Kohler bathroom faucets come in two types with either the handles and faucets as a single piece or as three separate pieces for the cold water, faucet and hot water. Possible problems can take place when water does not come on or off when the handle is rotated or when leaking occurs. Repairing a faucet involves finding the problem and replacing broken or worn parts. Turn off the water by closing the two water cut-off valves under the sink. One is for cold and the other for hot. Use the flat-head screwdriver to remove the plastic cap on the hot and cold water handles. Remove the phillips-head screws holding on the handles. Remove the handles. Remove the six-sided fitting under the handles by turning counter-clockwise with the adjustable wrench. This opens the faucet valves. Examine all the metal components inside the faucet. Broken metal parts may mean the faucet cannot be repaired and must be replaced. Replace any worn or broken rubber on the plastic parts inside the faucet valves. ...  more