CSF 3530 Radiator

OE-Style Radiator for Fiat 500

This CSF radiator is built for 2009-2019 Fiat 500 applications with an OE-style plastic tank and aluminum core design. It is a cross flow radiator with a 1-row core layout, made to match the factory-style cooling system layout for the Fiat 500 hatchback and convertible.

Part number 3530 is engineered with a 5/8-inch core thickness, 15-inch core width, and 24 7/16-inch core length. The unit uses a left-side 1 3/16-inch inlet and a right-side 1 1/4-inch outlet, plus a quick-connect outlet pipe for factory-style connection points.

Key Features

• Fits 2009-2019 Fiat 500, N/A
• OE-style plastic tank and aluminum core construction
• Cross flow radiator design with 1-row core
• Core thickness: 5/8 inch
• Inlet: 1 3/16 inch left; outlet: 1 1/4 inch right
• Quick-connect outlet pipe for factory-style routing
• CSF part number 3530

Product Details

CSF 3530 is part of the brand’s 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core line, which focuses on OE-style radiator construction for direct replacement use. CSF manufactures a wide range of radiator applications and validates cooling performance through laboratory wind tunnel testing. For Fiat 500 owners, this radiator provides the correct cross flow layout and connection sizing for 2009-2019 Fiat 500 hatchback and convertible models.

This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU13245 for the same application.

Common Cooling System Issues

• Leaking radiator tanks or core seams
• Restricted coolant flow from an aging radiator
• Overheating caused by reduced heat transfer
• Cracked or brittle plastic end tanks
• Fitment problems from non-OE-style replacement parts

Installation Notes

Verify inlet and outlet orientation before installation: left-side inlet and right-side outlet. Confirm the vehicle uses the OE-style cross flow layout and quick-connect outlet pipe configuration. Inspect hoses, clamps, and coolant condition during replacement to help ensure proper sealing and system performance.

Quality Assurance

CSF radiators are manufactured in ISO/TSO-certified facilities and built to high-performance standards. The brand has supplied radiators worldwide for more than 50 years and offers extensive model coverage across many vehicle applications.