APDI 8013215 Radiator

Radiator Overview

APDI radiator 8013215 is a direct cooling-system replacement for select Volkswagen applications. It uses a plastic tank and aluminum core construction with a single-row design to support efficient heat transfer in a compact package.

Compatible With Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Passat, and Volkswagen GTI applications listed below, this radiator is built around the specified core dimensions and hose connections for a proper service replacement. Part number 8013215 is also referenced by related aftermarket listings for the same application.

Key Features

• Plastic tank and aluminum core construction.
• Single-row core design for streamlined cooling performance.
• Core dimensions: 15-5/16 in. height, 25-11/16 in. width, and 1 in. thickness.
• 1-1/4 in. inlet and 1-1/4 in. outlet diameters.
• APDI radiator 8013215 for Volkswagen cooling-system service.

Detailed Description

APDI 8013215 is a radiator replacement engineered for Volkswagen cooling-system applications that require the listed core size and connection diameters. The plastic tank and aluminum core construction balances durability and heat dissipation, while the single-row layout keeps the assembly compact for vehicles with the matching radiator specification. This part number 8013215 is a practical service option for Volkswagen Beetle, Volkswagen Jetta, Volkswagen Passat, and Volkswagen GTI models shown in the fitment data.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 13215, 13234) for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a leaking or damaged radiator.
• Restoring coolant flow through the cooling system.
• Addressing overheating caused by restricted heat exchange.
• Matching a radiator with the listed core dimensions and hose sizes.

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s radiator dimensions, inlet and outlet diameters, and fitment notes before installation. The 2013 Volkswagen GTI listing specifies a 15-5/16 inch core, so confirm that detail against the removed unit. Compare the original part number and cooling-system layout to ensure the replacement matches the application.

Quality Assurance

APDI supplies cooling components for service replacement applications, and this radiator is built to the listed construction and dimensional specifications. Confirm fitment against the vehicle application data before installation.