I have an old Kohler centerset bathroom sink faucet. I don't know which model. The cold side is leaking through. After removing the handle, I am stumped as to how to proceed further. The plastic sleeve rotates, but will not pull off. What do I do now? Thanks.

Hello friend,
ALL of these taps (im english !!!) faucets ? have a LIFETIME guarantee. see http://www.faucet.com/kohler-k-8201-4-polished-chrome-taboret-centerset-bathroom-faucet-includes-metal-pop-up-drain-assembly/f230779#warranty-info


'To obtain warranty service, contact Kohler Co. either through your Dealer or Plumbing Contractor or calling 1-800-4-KOHLER or by writing: Kohler Co., Attn: Customer Service Department Kohler, Wisconsin 53044 U.S.A'

Worth a try !!! even if only to find out how to get them apart !!!!

kohler bancroft is the sink manufacturer, not the faucet mfgr. do you have a clue what faucet mfgr it might be?

If you notice right below the handle,there should be a small opening where ,by using an allen wrench you should be able to remove handle giving access to the stem retaining nut ......CAUTION... be sure cutoff valve is turned off(both hot and cold cutoffs.... under lavatory sink before removing..........unscrew retaining nut and remove stem.....hope that helps......

First check that the handle is tight. If yes take the handle off and turn on the water buy turning the stem without the handle if you still do not have water remove the stem and cartridge and see if you have water if yes clean or just replace the cartridge. If the faucet in old replace both.

I've used both the corner of a credit card and also a very small flat head screw driver. Be careful not to scratch the finish.

This is due to impurities in the water. The hot water heater separates alot of the crud in the water and the cold water goes right to the sink. adding a filter to your system will prevent the buildup.
Thank you Joe

Moen Monticello 4-inch centerset bath faucets can be repair easily with only a screwdriver and adjustable wrench. Turn the water off to the both sides of the faucets under the sink. Open both the hot and cold-water valves to alleviate any remaining pressure. Remove the handles by grasping the base of the handle and turning it counterclockwise.( This works for both lever and cross handles). Loosen the Moen faucet cartridge bonnet nut with an adjustable wrench by turning it counterclockwise to the left. Pull the stem from the faucet by hand and replace. Reinstall the bonnet nuts and handles. Turn the water back on and test the faucet for leaks. The Moen Monticello faucet comes with a limited lifetime warranty. Try calling Moen to get your replacement parts free.

Removing the faucet stems and coating them( inside and out) with plumber's silicone lubricant should solve the problem. If the stem is too corroded, you may need to replace the stem.

what valve do you have. most likely you will need to replace the cartridges

Take a cloth and lay over the top of the stem so as not to damage it. With pliers, grasp the top of the stem and turn it a quarter turn counter clockwise. The stem should lift right out.