How to Change the 4 Digit Code on a Kwikset Lock

In this post, I’ll walk you through the steps to change a 4-digit Code (User Code) on your Kwikset SmartCode Lock. If that sounds like what you’re looking for, let’s dive in.

The procedure to change the 4-digit code on your Kwikset Lock will vary, depending on whether you have a Master Code enabled or not.

In this guide, I’ll show you how to change this code with a Master Code enabled and without a Master Code.

Quick Tip: Ensure that you keep your door open when programming your lock.

Changing the 4 Digit Code on a Kwikset Smart Lock (with a Master Code Enabled)

If you’ve set a Master Code on your Kwikset SmartCode Lock, here’s how to change the 4-digit code:

Remove the Code

Here’s how to do this:

Remove the interior cover of your lock. Press the Program button once (a black circle button on the inside of the interior assembly. Next, press the Lock button on the keypad.
Then enter your Master Code and press the Lock button.
Enter the 4-digit code you want to change and press the Lock button.
Enter the 4-digit code you want to change again and press the Lock button.
You’ll see a green flash on the keypad, followed by one beep. This shows the code is removed. Next, you’ll need to add a new code to replace the deleted one.

Adding a New Code

Press the Program button once.
Enter your Master Code and press the Lock button.
Enter a new 4-digit code and press the Lock button.
The lock will flash green and beep once, meaning the new code has been added to replace the deleted one.

So that’s all you need to do to change the 4-digit code on your Kwikset Smart Lock (with a Master Code enabled).

But if you don’t have a Master Code enabled on your lock, keep reading to see how to change this code.

Changing the 4 Digit Code on a Kwikset Lock (without a Master Code Enabled)

If you don’t have a Master Code enabled on your Kwikset SmartCode Lock, follow the steps below to change the 4-digit code:

Delete the Code

Follow these steps to delete the code:

Press the Program button on the inside of your lock’s interior assembly (requires you to remove the interior cover).
Press the Lock button.
Enter the 4-digit code to be changed and press the Lock button.
Re-enter the 4-digit code to be changed and press the Lock button.
The lock will flash green and beep once, showing the code is deleted. Now, you’ll need to add a new code to replace the deleted one.

Adding a New Code 4 Digit Code

Press the Program button.
Enter a new 4-digit code and press the Lock button.
If you see a green flash and hear one beep, the programming is successful. That is, the new code has been added to replace the deleted one.

So that’s how to change the 4-digit code on a Kwikset Lock without a Master Code enabled.

Closing Thoughts

Changing the 4-digit code on your Kwikset SmartCode Lock requires you to remove the code first. Then add a new code to replace the deleted one.

The process is straightforward. You only need to check if your lock has a Master Code enabled or not and follow the correct steps.

If your lock has Master Code enabled and you don’t know the code, perform a factory reset on the lock and reprogram it.