Windshield Trim: What is this part called?

06sierraman · June 20, 2022

I have 2014 Sierra. At the bottom of the windshield there is a trim piece / moulding that meets the windshield glass. It is not seated properly and sealed and kind of wavy. I guess it's intended to seal to some degree and let water roll over. Is this cosmetic or is there an easy fix? Pic attached. I've tried to press it down but not much luck. Im hoping not to have to replace the whole piece which looks like it'd be quite involved and taking off wipers. Thanks

Muley · October 11, 2023

It looks like it's called the air inlet grill.

https://www.gmpartsgiant.com/parts/gm-panel-asm-air-inl-grl-23318845.html?vin=&make=Chevrolet&model=Silverado&year=2016&submodel=1500 4WD&extra1=&extra2=&filter=()

JimCost2014 · October 11, 2023

Curious, original glass, or did you have it replaced and then found it? If so, make the glass company address it.

jalexa5834 · June 29

Old post, I know. Was hoping you got the answer. That black rubber trim, right? My 2015 Sierra AND mu 2015 Yukon both have the same issue. We're you able to order it?

Texasdeere · June 29

The rubber trim is part of that large plastic cowl piece (air inlet grill) I don't believe it can be purchased separately. I replaced my inlet cowl for the same problem. Usually the two end parts (on the corners) of the cowl will need replacing too.

jalexa5834 · June 30

@Texasdeere Thanks. I think I'm gonna try a windshield replacement joint and see what they have. The 'cowl' part is still in good condition. The rubber strip is all that has weathered out. I will update when I find out.

discgolf01 · June 30

14 hours ago, jalexa5834 said:

@Texasdeere Thanks. I think I'm gonna try a windshield replacement joint and see what they have. The 'cowl' part is still in good condition. The rubber strip is all that has weathered out. I will update when I find out.

How about trying a heat gun to smooth out the waves?

06sierraman · July 15

On 6/30/2024 at 1:04 AM, jalexa5834 said:

@Texasdeere Thanks. I think I'm gonna try a windshield replacement joint and see what they have. The 'cowl' part is still in good condition. The rubber strip is all that has weathered out. I will update when I find out.

Hello, I was the original poster and forgot about this thread. I never did anything about it. That piece is still wavy. It doesn't bother me that much, I was mainly concerned if it was causing a leak anywhere, to which I don't think it is. If you figure anything out, please let us know. thanks