How do you change the drill bit for a Ryobi? - Ryobi 18v Variable Speed Impact Driver Zrp230

My husband explained this, via phone ..... made it simple....... grab the silver ring area beneath the black top area where the drill bit is located. Hold the silver area firmly, while you twist the black top. You will see the release, then remove drill bit. Laymen's terms, but it worked!!

If it is an impact driver, you need hex shank driver bits. To change them you simply grab the black sleeve of the drill chuck (at the front) and pull/slide it forward. It is spring loaded so you have to hold it outward). While holding it out, simply insert the 1/4" hex shank bit you wish to use. This should be a hex shank bit with a small collar (groove) in it which the chuck grips onto to hold it in place... So with the sleeve pulled forward, insert the bit as far as it will go and then release the sleeve. The bit should now be locked in place.

Is the end where the chuck normally goes black and slightly knurled? If so reverse the drill and while holding this area energize the motor and increase the torque unti it begins to spin. Sever manufacturers now have keyless chucks on drills.