Broken Bathtub Faucet Stem

So i wasn t able to use the moen valve cartridge puller.

Broken bathtub faucet stem.

Fix a broken ball handle on a bathtub faucet with help from a longtime plumber in. Place a socket wrench over the bathtub faucet stem until it covers the hex nut. After this the next step is to identify the faulty parts of a faucet stem. A shows the bathtub plumbing faucet stem replacement parts and how to prepare the stem for reinstallation.

The broken cartridge is not easy to get out and moen makes a moen cartridge puller that you can use to pull the valve out. If you re working on a two handled faucet we recommend replacing the washers and seats in both the hot and cold valves. Reinsert the valve stem and tighten the stem in its socket using a wrench. First unscrew the packing nut.

This prompts the water flow. So check if the washer is broken or not. Replace the faucet knob over the stem secure with the handle screw and replace the protective cap. Wiggle the handle and pull it off.

For example the most common reason for a faucet leaking is the washer needs to be replaced. However the valve puller screws into the shaft of the valve stem which in our case broke off pic below. Repeat the steps if you have a two handle system. To replace the stem clear any rust wax or caulk from around the base then loosen the bolts that hold it together with an adjustable wrench if the bolts are located in the wall use a socket wrench to remove them.

Restore the water supply. You have now learned how to fix a broken bathtub faucet handle. If the stem is failing it may not be fully blocking the stream of water. How to replace a single hot cold bathtub knob.

Insert the packing nut into the stem and tighten it. Faucet stems are raised and lowered when you turn the handle. A broken ball handle will require a few specific tools to properly repair. You may need a faucet handle puller if the handle will not come off by hand.

Look at each piece and if necessary replace all of them otherwise just replace the faulty ones. Lubricate the parts with special plumber s grease.