Moen faucets are a great addition to many kitchens and bathrooms. They work well for years and frequently only need minor repairs when something goes wrong. If your faucet has begun to leak, you may find that the O-ring (the mechanical gasket in the shape of a ring) needs to be replaced. Replacing the O-ring on a Moen faucet is done entirely above the sink, once you have shut off the water, and takes less than 30 minutes to accomplish. Shut off the water to the faucet beneath the sink. Open the faucet handle or handles to drain the water from the lines. Examine the handle of the faucet where the O-ring is located. Some Moen faucets have the screw that holds the handle on beneath a cap on the top of the faucet. Others have the screw on the back of the handle. Use a fingernail to pry the cap off the top of the faucet to check for the screw's location there. Use the appropriately-sized hex wrench to remove the hex screw holding the faucet handle in place. Lift off the handle and the escutcheon from the faucet valve.

Unscrew the spout retainer nut on single-handle faucets, and lift it free. Twist the spout back and forth, and pull it up on single-handle faucets. Pull the old O-ring off of the valve body, and discard it. Wipe down the valve with a mixture of 50 percent water and 50 percent vinegar to remove any hard water build up from the valve. Let the valve body dry. Wipe down the interior of the new O-ring with a thin layer of silicone grease. Slip the new O-ring onto the valve body. Reassemble the handle of the valve. Reattach the spout retainer nut on the single-handle faucets. Push the spout back into place, and replace the escutcheon and the handle. Tighten the screw to hold everything in place, and replace the cap. Turn on the water below the sink, and test the faucet. Things You Will Need Hex wrench set Vinegar Water Soft cloth Silicone grease References Moen: FAQ Suggest a CorrectionShow All ItemsThis Instructable hopes to share some of my experience with a leaky Moen kitchen faucet. My hope is that through my experience, if you are ever faced with a similar situation, you will have gained some insight and confidence in fixing this problem as well.

I will show you step by step photos as well as my YouTube video which will help guide you through the steps I took (and some of my mistakes). Not all faucets are designed the same way, but the process may be similar and help you even if you have a slightly different faucet. Video and PhotosI've included 2 videos (the ones above) and many many photos (below with each step). The first video shows the actual repair as I talk through it, and it is about 30 minutes. The second video is the entire raw footage with some music thrown in.... but I make it high-speed for fun to show what is involved (about 5 minutes long). Please give me a "Thumbs Up" on YouTube if you enjoyed them. The photos (which are on all remaining pages of the instructable) are taken from my previous repair of this sink about 4 years before the current repair. It seems to average about 4 years before I have to replace the parts. I will need to open and clean the parts more regularly to maintain them, as I'm sure that will help prolong the lifespan.

Step 1: Obtain Parts and ToolsShow All ItemsPartsOne little known secret is that Moen guarantees its parts for life. If you ever have an issue, call up your local country Moen headquarters and after filling out a form and sending them photos of your problem, they will send you the parts. Kohler Tub To Shower ConversionYou will need to figure out what faucet you have. Jual Vacuum Cleaner Kolam RenangThere is a feature on their website to let you identify your Moen fixture if you don't know or obtained it with the house from a previous owner or the builder (like I did). Polish Lowland Sheepdog Puppies For Sale In MichiganIn those cases you will not have a receipt. Just explain that when filling out your form.

ToolsFor this job you will need a Philips head ("+") screwdriver, a Flat-head ("-") screwdriver, and an adjustable wrench (I use something called a "pipe wrench pliers"). You will also need an allen-key (hex) but fortunately it is supplied by Moen (as you will see in the video). Just in case, you should have a set of allen keys around. There is also a small plastic tool that Moen will supply to help you turn your cartridge and loosen the old one so you can remove it, and also line up your new one. I think that's pretty much all you need.SchematicsGo online and download the instructions or schematics. Study them to get a general understanding and read the instructions as well, which go over everything in this Instructable. However, if you don't understand or get confused by instructions on paper, the video and color photos in this Instructable may help you figure things out better.OtherDon't forget to TURN OFF the WATER to your kitchen faucet! I have knobs just under my sink to cut off the water supply.

Also, have a roll of paper towel or regular towels to wipe up the mess because as you will see in the video, at some points even though the water is turned off, some residual water in the spout and cartridge will come out and make a mess! 31 used & new from Moen 96778 Spout O-Ring KitDetailsMoen 1225 One-Handle Replacement Cartridge FREE Shipping on orders over $49. DetailsMoen 93980 Replacement Handle Mechanism Kit FREE Shipping on orders over $49. 3.8 x 2.6 x 1.6 inches 4.1 out of 5 stars #31,129 in Home Improvements (See top 100) #18 in Home Improvement > Rough Plumbing > Faucet Parts > Faucet O-Rings 0.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies) See all 24 customer reviews See all 24 customer reviews (newest first) WORKED PERFECTLY, VERY GOOD INSTRUCTIONS FOR DIY REPAIR, PUT AN END TO OUR LEAKY SPOUT AND EXTENDED ITS LIFE... Happy with this product. Only used one of them, but all worked out well. I think I bought a size too thick but they work for the spout seal.