In severe winter conditions, applying WD-40 to door handle pivot pins can help prevent ice buildup that might immobilize the handle. Consider applying WD-40 to the door handle pivot pins if you are expecting freezing rain, heavy snow, or icy conditions. Reapply as needed.

To apply WD-40 to the door handle pivot pin:

1. Open the door handle and prop it open using a folded towel or other soft material.
2. Attach the provided straw to the nozzle of the WD-40 bottle.
3. Put on eye protection.
4. Place the end of the straw next to the pivot pin and spray it for approximately one second, taking care not to accidentally spray other components.
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   Rest the end of the straw on the top of the spring around the pivot pin to better aim the spray.
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   Make sure eye protection is worn when performing this step.

   

5. Remove the towel or other soft material used to prop the door handle open.
6. Pivot the door handle in and out approximately ten times.
7. For a second time, place the end of the straw next to the pivot pin and spray it for approximately one second, taking care not to accidentally spray other components.
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   Rest the end of the straw on the top of the spring around the pivot pin to better aim the spray.
8. Remove the towel or other soft material used to prop the door handle open.
9. Pivot the door handle in and out approximately ten times.
10. Perform this procedure on the other three door handles.