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How To Repair a Leaking Cartridge Faucet

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Remove Handle Lever or Cover Plate

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Faucet Handle or Cover Must First Be Removed

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Since no one wants to look at an unsightly connection holding your faucet handle together, the handle body will be attached discreetly to the faucet cartridge. The connection may be concealed under a plastic cover plate as found on the top of some handles or on the side and under a handle as shown in this photo. In any case, in order to gain access to the attaching screw, you'll probably have to remove a cover plate or handle first.

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