The lock part on a crank window

A home owner from Westfield Massachusetts says:
I don't know what part this is. If I lock my crank window the lock comes up but doesn't stay in this part. It sounds locked but you can still crank it open.
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Bob from SWISCO responded:

Take a look at our 39-417 Tie Bar Guide. Look it over and see what you think.

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