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Hi,
our sliding glass door isn’t running well, seems we might need to replace the wheels/tracks. Any advice on how to do this?
Many thanks for your question, @poppylee198. I'm sure our resident D.I.Y. experts and knowledgeable community members will be able to provide some suggestions on how to fix your door.
Tagging @Jewelleryrescue and @jaiprak to kickstart the discussion.
Akanksha
Hi @poppylee198,
Have you been able to remove the door? Once you have, you'll be able to remove the wheels on the bottom; their cartridge will typically pull out after removing a retaining screw.
To remove a door, you'll need a helper. Ensure you're both wearing appropriate PPE, including cut-resistant gloves, safety glasses, a long-sleeved shirt and trousers and enclosed shoes. Glass can shatter very easily, and it's important not to knock the glass. If you are not confident, I recommend enlisting the services of a professional.
Take a screwdriver and look for holes in the sides of the door frame at the bottom and top. In this hole, you should find a screw. The screw might be exposed on the side of the frame. Undo the screw, which will retract the rollers into the frame. Once the rollers are retracted, lift both sides of the door frame up into the top track with your helper. Once lifted, swing out the lower edge so it clears the track. Drop the door back down so it clears the top track, and remove it.
You can then place the door on a soft surface and access the rollers at the top and bottom. Inspect for damage and replace if necessary. As @jaiprak mentioned, it's best to take the cartridges and rollers to your nearest store so they can be matched up.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
