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CSF 3280 Radiator
| Brand | CSF 3280 |
|---|---|
| Box Height (in) | 7 |
| Box Length (in) | 32 |
| Box Weight (lbs) | 17 |
| Box Width (in) | 28 |
| Cap Included | No |
| Core Length | 20 11/16 |
| Core Material | Aluminum |
| Core Thickness | 15/16 |
| Core Width | 23 11/16 |
| Csf Cap Number | 4503 |
| Down Flow Or Cross Flow Type | Cross Flow |
| Hazardous Material | No |
| Inlet Diameter | 1 1/2 Right |
| Inlet Length (in) | 23 5/8 |
| Inlet Width (in) | 2 3/4 |
| Oil Cooler (in) | 12 (high-efficiency Plate Type) |
| Outlet Diameter | 1 1/2 Left |
| Outlet Length (in) | 23 5/8 |
| Outlet Width (in) | 2 3/4 |
| 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 | Ford and Mercury · 16 vehicles |
OE-style construction. Plastic tanks and an aluminum core match the original design.
Cross-flow design. Promotes efficient coolant flow through the radiator.
1-row core. A simpler layout that supports effective cooling performance.
Cross-references APDI 8012309, NGK 2309 and Partslink Numbering System FO3010147 for the same application. See all 6.
CSF 3280 Radiator Overview
The CSF 3280 is an OE-style radiator built with a plastic tank and aluminum core for select Ford and Mercury applications. It is designed for cross-flow cooling layouts and matches the factory-style dimensions needed for direct replacement service on Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Ranger, and Mountaineer models.
CSF manufactures radiators to high-performance standards and validates cooling performance through lab testing. The brand’s long-running radiator program is supported by broad vehicle coverage and production experience across many OE-style cooling applications.
Key Features
- OE-style radiator design with plastic tanks and aluminum core
- Cross-flow configuration with 1-row core construction
- Core thickness: 15/16 in.
- Core dimensions: 23 11/16 in. wide x 20 11/16 in. long
- Inlet diameter: 1 1/2 in. right side
- Outlet diameter: 1 1/2 in. left side
- Oil cooler: 12 in. high-efficiency plate type
- Cap not included; uses CSF cap number 4503
- Part number: 3280
Detailed Description
CSF 3280 is a replacement radiator for Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Ford Ranger, and Mercury Mountaineer models that use the listed OE-style cooling setup. The radiator uses a plastic tank and aluminum core construction to match factory-style fitment while maintaining the cross-flow layout and connection points required for these applications. This part number, 3280, is built for vehicles that call for a mini 16 psi cap and 2 in. top and bottom channels, based on the fitment notes provided.
This part cross-references APDI 8012309 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Overheating caused by a leaking or restricted radiator core
- Coolant loss from cracked or aged plastic tanks
- Reduced heat transfer from a worn factory radiator
- Cooling system service needs on high-mileage Ford and Mercury trucks/SUVs
- Replacement of an OE-style radiator with matching inlet and outlet locations
Installation Notes and Tips
- Fits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, N/A
- Fits 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, N/A
- Fits 2001-2003 Ford Ranger, N/A
- Fits 2000-2001 Ford Explorer, N/A
- Fits 2001 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A
- Fits 2000 Mercury Mountaineer, N/A
- Verify the vehicle uses the listed 2 in. top and bottom channels and mini 16 psi cap requirement before installation
- Confirm inlet and outlet orientation matches the vehicle’s cooling system layout
- Inspect hoses, clamps, and coolant condition during radiator replacement
Quality Assurance
CSF states that its radiators are manufactured in ISO/TSO-certified facilities and engineered to validated cooling-performance standards. The brand also notes extensive radiator production coverage across thousands of models and decades of global use.
| Year | Make | Model | # Doors | Transmission | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | Sport Trac w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channels; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2005 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2004 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | Sport Trac w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channels; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2004 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2003 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | Sport Trac w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channels; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2003 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2003 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2002 | Ford | Explorer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | Sport Trac w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channels; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2002 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2002 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer | 4 Door | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE style design with Mini 16 psi cap.; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2001 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2001 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE Style Design; Use Mini, 16 psi Cap; w/ 2" Top & Bottom Channel; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | — | Automatic | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE style design with Mini 16 psi cap.; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
| 2000 | Mercury | Mountaineer | — | — | 4.0L | V6 | N/A | OE style design with Mini 16 psi cap.; 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core |
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