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CSF 3838 Radiator
| Brand | CSF 3838 |
|---|---|
| Core Thickness | 1 1/4 |
| Core Width | 16 7/16 |
| Core Material | Aluminum |
| Tank Material | Plastic |
| Core Length | 34 |
| Inlet Diameter | 1 5/16 left |
| Outlet Diameter | 1 9/16 right |
| Down Flow Or Cross Flow Type | Cross flow |
| Radiator Core Row Quantity | 1 |
| Cap Included | No |
| Box Height (in) | 7 1/16 |
| Box Length (in) | 44 5/8 |
| Box Weight (lbs) | 18 |
| Box Width (in) | 22 9/16 |
| Hazardous Material | No |
| Inlet Length (in) | 17 3/16 |
| Inlet Width (in) | 1 15/16 |
| Oil Cooler (in) | 11 1/2 (high-efficiency plate type) |
| Outlet Length (in) | 17 3/16 |
| Outlet Width (in) | 2 7/16 |
| Tech Note | O.e.m. style plastic tank & aluminum core with quick-connect oil |
| Fits | Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC · 45 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Plastic tank and aluminum core match the original design.
Cross-flow design. Promotes efficient coolant flow through the radiator core.
Quick-connect fittings. Includes a high-efficiency plate-type oil cooler.
Cross-references Bosch 13723, Bosch 13725 and Spectra Premium CU13723 for the same application. See all 8.
CSF 3838 Radiator for GM Trucks and SUVs
The CSF 3838 is an OE-style radiator built with an aluminum core and plastic tanks for direct replacement service on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac applications. It uses a cross-flow design with quick-connect oil cooler fittings and is built around the factory-style dimensions needed for proper cooling system fitment.
Key Features
- Aluminum core with plastic tank construction
- Cross-flow radiator design
- 1-row core configuration
- Core thickness: 1 1/4 in.
- Core length: 34 in.; core width: 16 7/16 in.
- Inlet diameter: 1 5/16 in. left
- Outlet diameter: 1 9/16 in. right
- High-efficiency plate-type oil cooler, 11 1/2 in.
- OE-style plastic tank and aluminum core with quick-connect oil cooler fittings
Product Details
CSF part number 3838 is a main radiator for select GM full-size SUVs and pickups, including Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, GMC Yukon XL, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD, Cadillac Escalade, and Cadillac Escalade ESV. It follows an OE-style layout with a cross-flow core, plastic end tanks, and integrated oil cooler connections to match factory cooling system routing. This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU13723 for the same application.
Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address
- Coolant leaks from aging plastic tanks or seams
- Restricted heat transfer from a worn or damaged core
- Transmission or engine oil cooler connection issues at the radiator
- Overheating caused by reduced radiator efficiency
- Fitment problems from an incorrect replacement radiator
Installation Notes and Fitment
- Fits 2017-2020 Chevrolet Tahoe, main radiator
- Fits 2016-2020 GMC Yukon, main radiator
- Fits 2016-2020 GMC Yukon XL, main radiator
- Fits 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD, main radiator
- Fits 2016-2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, main radiator
- Fits 2016-2018 GMC Sierra 1500, main radiator
- Fits 2016-2017 Cadillac Escalade, main radiator
- Fits 2016-2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV, main radiator
- Fits 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, main radiator, 2nd design
Verify inlet and outlet orientation, core dimensions, and oil cooler connection style before installation. This radiator does not include a cap. Confirm the vehicle’s radiator design and cooling line routing against the original unit before final assembly.
Quality Assurance
CSF manufactures cooling components to OE-style specifications, and the 3838 radiator is built with the factory-style materials and layout needed for direct replacement service on the listed Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac models.
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2020 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2020 | GMC | Yukon | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2020 | GMC | Yukon | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2020 | GMC | Yukon XL | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2020 | GMC | Yukon XL | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2019 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 LD | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2019 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2019 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2019 | GMC | Yukon | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2019 | GMC | Yukon | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2019 | GMC | Yukon XL | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2019 | GMC | Yukon XL | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 5.3L | V8 | GAS | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | GMC | Yukon | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | GMC | Yukon | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | GMC | Yukon XL | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2018 | GMC | Yukon XL | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | Cadillac | Escalade | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | Cadillac | Escalade ESV | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 5.3L | V8 | GAS | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | GMC | Yukon | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | GMC | Yukon | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | GMC | Yukon XL | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2017 | GMC | Yukon XL | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | Cadillac | Escalade | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | Cadillac | Escalade ESV | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 5.3L | V8 | GAS | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Silverado 1500 | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | 2nd Design; Main Radiator |
| 2016 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 5.3L | V8 | GAS | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | GMC | Sierra 1500 | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | GMC | Yukon | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | GMC | Yukon | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | GMC | Yukon XL | 6.2L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
| 2016 | GMC | Yukon XL | 5.3L | V8 | — | N/A | Main Radiator |
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