This little piece of trim basically holds your window glass in place. It’s a channel, as the name suggests, that the glass slides into and rests within. It’s usually made of rubber or plastic and runs along the outside of the window opening. It also helps create a seal to keep out water and wind. Some have a little felt or weatherstripping attached that further improves that seal. Think of it as part of the window frame, but specifically designed to grip the glass itself. It works with the window regulator, the mechanism that actually raises and lowers the glass, to guide everything smoothly. It’s not just about keeping the glass from falling down, though; it helps the window go up and down evenly, quietly, and without binding. Honestly, without it, your window wouldn’t really work right. You’ll notice if this is damaged or missing pretty quickly. You might get wind noise, water leaks, or the window might feel loose or wobbly. Sometimes, a bad channel can even make it hard to roll the window up or down at all. It’s a small part, but it does a big job. We carry a good selection of these over at Fixparts Online, and it’s one of those things where replacing it is usually pretty straightforward if you’re a little handy. It's a lot cheaper than dealing with a broken window or water damage later on. Adaptable to any vehicle: Glass Channel (MPN 6RU839431C5AP) comes with a 12-month warranty!

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