[msr1046]

The plastic trim frame around the door handle on my 1998 Toyota Camry is cracked. How big of a repair/replacement job is it

[kitch428]

Is this inside or out? Or front or rear?

[msr1046]

This is the plastic bezel insde of the left front drivers door. I guess that it cracked from the cold weater and age. It is causing a bind to the electric lock mechanism and am going to fix it as soon as the weather warms up. Thanks for any advice

[CaptainRich]

That plastic piece can be popped off and then double check the lock operation.
The bezel does become brittle, hot or cold. But the problem could also be a weak lock actuator.
If it's already cracked, take it off and see what happens and let us know.

[msr1046]

Thank You Captan and Kitch I'll check it as soon as the weather clears up (ice storm right now) and report back to you

[kitch428]

There's a screw hidden behind a little cover. You'll see it . It's in the deepest part of the bezel. Just use a pocket screwdriver to pry it open. It swings open like a little door.
The rest is 1-2-3.
Stay warm.====kitch.

[msr1046]

Thank you again for all your input. I think that I will obtain a new bezel before working on the old one as I am sure that the old one is not repairable