CSF 3659 Radiator

OE-Style Cooling Replacement

CSF Radiator 3659 is an OE-style replacement built with a 1-row aluminum core and plastic tanks for direct-fit cooling service. It is engineered for vehicles that need a cross flow radiator layout with left-side inlet and right-side outlet connections.

Compatible with Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Town & Country, and Volkswagen Routan applications, this radiator is designed around factory-style dimensions and connection points for straightforward replacement work.

Key Features

• 1-row cross flow radiator design
• Aluminum core with plastic tank construction
• Core thickness: 1 1/4 in.
• Core dimensions: 20 1/2 in. wide x 24 1/8 in. long
• Inlet diameter: 1 1/2 in., left side
• Outlet diameter: 1 1/2 in., right side
• OE-style plastic tanks and aluminum core
• No cap included

Product Line Details

CSF’s 1 Row Plastic Tank Aluminum Core line focuses on factory-style radiator replacement with the materials and layout commonly used in original equipment designs. CSF manufactures a wide range of radiator applications and validates cooling performance through laboratory testing, including wind tunnel evaluation, to support consistent thermal management.

Detailed Description

CSF 3659 is built for drivers and repair shops replacing a worn or leaking radiator in select Chrysler, Dodge, and Volkswagen minivans. The cross flow configuration, plastic tank construction, and aluminum core match the OE-style design noted in the product data, while the inlet and outlet placement help maintain factory routing. This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU13063 and TYC 13062 for the same application.

Fits 2011-2020 Dodge Grand Caravan, N/A; fits 2013-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, N/A; fits 2008-2012 Chrysler Town & Country, N/A; fits 2008-2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, N/A; fits 2009-2012 Volkswagen Routan, N/A.

Common Issues This Radiator Can Address

• Coolant leaks from cracked or aging radiator tanks
• Restricted cooling performance from a clogged or corroded core
• Overheating caused by reduced heat transfer efficiency
• Damaged inlet or outlet connections
• Replacement needs after radiator failure on Chrysler, Dodge, or Volkswagen minivans

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify core dimensions, inlet and outlet orientation, and mounting style before installation. This radiator uses an OE-style plastic tank and aluminum core design, and the notes indicate OEM-style bracket and OEM-style drain plug on certain applications. A small 16 psi cap is specified for some 2008-2012 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Volkswagen Routan applications; confirm the vehicle’s original cooling system requirements before final assembly.

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 laboratory wind tunnel testing for cooling performance validation and more than 50 years of global radiator supply experience.