GM Windshield Garnish & Interior Trim Retainer | White Triple Head | 22034
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The South Mountain Supply 22034 is a white nylon windshield garnish and interior trim retainer for GM vehicles. This triple-head clip secures A-pillar windshield garnish panels and interior trim components with a three-tier head design that locks through the full panel stack and provides a rattle-free factory-quality fit.
Specifications
- Type: Triple Head Retainer
- Application: Windshield Garnish & Interior Trim
- Material: Nylon
- Color: White
- Top Head Diameter: 19mm
- Middle Head Diameter: 19mm
- Bottom Head Diameter: 20mm
- Stem Diameter: 9mm
- Stem Length: 19mm
- Pack Sizes Available: 10, 20, 40, 60
Vehicle Fitment
- GM vehicles — verify OEM number against your existing retainer to confirm year range compatibility
Cross-Reference Numbers
- GM OEM: Verify OEM number against your existing retainer before ordering
What does the 22034 secure on GM vehicles?
The 22034 is used on GM vehicles to secure A-pillar windshield garnish trim panels and interior trim components. The windshield garnish runs along the edge of the windshield inside the cabin, concealing the A-pillar structure and providing a finished interior appearance. The 22034 holds this trim firmly in place through the full thickness of the panel assembly.
Why is the 22034 white?
GM specified white retainers for windshield garnish and interior trim locations on many models. The white color is factory-specified and ensures the retainer blends with the light-colored backing material of the windshield garnish panel. Using a white retainer in this position matches the OEM specification and prevents any color showing through gaps in the trim panel.
What is the purpose of the three-tier head design?
The triple-head design distributes retention force across three layers of the trim panel assembly. The large bottom head seats behind the body structure, the middle head grips the panel backing, and the top head holds the trim face. This three-point lock prevents the trim from pulling away from the body, rattling, or creating gaps that allow wind noise into the cabin.
How do I replace windshield garnish retainers on a GM vehicle?
Starting at one end of the A-pillar trim, use a plastic trim removal tool to gently pry the panel away from the body. Work methodically along the pillar, releasing each retainer one at a time. Remove any broken retainer fragments from the mounting holes. Press new 22034 clips into the panel holes before reinstalling, then press the panel back onto the pillar until each retainer snaps fully into the body hole.
What pack size should I order?
The 22034 is available in packs of 10, 20, 40, and 60. A single A-pillar trim panel typically uses 4–8 retainers, so a pack of 10 covers one vehicle's garnish replacement with a few spares. A pack of 20 is recommended for shops doing interior work on multiple GM vehicles. Packs of 40 and 60 offer the best per-clip value for high-volume interior service operations.