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1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core

CSF 2620 Radiator

Brand CSF 2620
Box Height (in) 5 1/16
Box Length (in) 33 13/16
Box Weight (lbs) 9
Box Width (in) 20
Cap Included No
Core Length 26 3/8
Core Material Aluminum
Core Thickness 5/8
Core Width 15 11/16
Csf Cap Number 4502
Down Flow Or Cross Flow Type Cross Flow
Hazardous Material No
Inlet Diameter 1 1/2 Right
Inlet Length (in) 16 1/8
Inlet Width (in) 1 5/8
Oil Cooler (in) 9 13/16 (high-effeciency Concentric Type)
Outlet Diameter 1 1/2 Left
Outlet Length (in) 16 1/8
Outlet Width (in) 1 5/8
Radiator Core Row Quantity 1
Tank Material Plastic
Tech Note O.E.M. style Plastic tanks & Aluminum core.
Product line 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core
Fits Subaru · 1 vehicle

OE-style construction. Plastic tanks and an aluminum core mirror original equipment design.

Cross-flow design. Promotes efficient cooling through the radiator core.

Wind tunnel tested. Validated for cooling performance in lab conditions.

Cross-references Global Parts Distributors LLC 2152, Spectra Premium CU2152 and 45199 FC100 for the same application. See all 11.

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OE-Style Cooling for 1998 Subaru Forester

This CSF radiator is built for the 1998 Subaru Forester with an OE-style plastic tank and aluminum core design. It is engineered as a cross flow radiator with a 1-row core to support dependable engine cooling in a direct-fit replacement format.

Key Features

  • Fits 1998 Subaru Forester, N/A
  • CSF Part Number: 2620
  • 1-row cross flow radiator design
  • Plastic tank and aluminum core construction
  • Core thickness: 5/8 in.
  • Inlet diameter: 1 1/2 in. right; outlet diameter: 1 1/2 in. left
  • Oil cooler section: 9 13/16 in. high-efficiency concentric type
  • OE-style plastic tanks and aluminum core

Product Details

CSF 2620 is a radiator designed around OE-style construction for the 1998 Subaru Forester. The aluminum core helps transfer heat efficiently, while the plastic tanks follow the original equipment layout for a factory-style replacement. This radiator uses a cross flow configuration with right-side inlet and left-side outlet placement, and it is built to match the vehicle’s cooling system requirements.

CSF has produced radiators for decades and manufactures a wide range of cooling components for many vehicle applications. The 2620 reflects that focus with a design validated through engineering and performance testing methods used across the brand’s radiator line. This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU2152 and Global Parts Distributors LLC 2152 for the same application.

Common Cooling Issues It May Address

  • Leaking radiator tanks or seams
  • Restricted coolant flow from an aging core
  • Overheating caused by reduced heat dissipation
  • Corrosion or deterioration in the original radiator assembly
  • Cooling system performance loss in a high-mileage Subaru Forester

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 1998 Subaru Forester, N/A. Verify inlet and outlet orientation before installation: inlet is on the right and outlet is on the left. This radiator is listed without a cap, and the fitment note specifies use of a Mini, 13 psi cap. Confirm hose condition, coolant condition, and mounting points before completing the repair. CSF Part Number 2620 should be matched to the vehicle application and cooling system layout before installation.

Quality Assurance

CSF states that its factories are ISO/TSO certified and that its radiators are engineered to high performance standards. The brand also notes wind tunnel testing for cooling performance validation and more than 50 years of global radiator production experience.

This part fits 1 vehicle
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1998SubaruForester2.5LH4N/AOE Style Design; Use Mini, 13 psi Cap; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core
Directly replaces or cross-references 11 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Global Parts Distributors LLC — 2152Spectra Premium — CU215245199 FC10045199 FC11045199 FC12045199 FC1308012152SU3010101SU3010102SU3010103SU3010104