Denso 221-9270 Radiator

Denso Radiator for Ford F-150, Expedition, and Navigator

The Denso 221-9270 radiator is built for direct-fit cooling performance in select Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs. It combines OE-style dimensions with an integrated transmission oil cooler to support stable engine temperatures and dependable heat exchange.

Key Features

• OE-style radiator construction from Denso, a supplier to original equipment vehicle manufacturers
• Core dimensions: 31.5000 in. height, 17.4000 in. width, and 1.3400 in. thickness
• Inlet diameter: 1.7100 in.; outlet diameter: 1.5200 in.
• Transmission oil cooler included for vehicles equipped with automatic transmission cooling needs
• Built to meet OE manufacturer standards for configuration, fitment, and durability
• Part number 221-9270 for easy identification and cross-reference

Detailed Description

Denso 221-9270 is a replacement radiator engineered around OE specifications for cooling system fit and function. Denso’s radiator designs use the correct tank layout, fin pitch, core dimensions, and materials to match factory requirements, helping maintain proper engine cooling under everyday driving and heavier-duty use. This radiator is a direct-fit option for 2011-2014 Ford F-150 models with Heavy Duty Cooling or without Heavy Duty Cooling, plus 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator models without the Heavy Duty Towing Package.

This part cross-references Ford BL3Z-8005B for the same application.

What This Radiator Helps Address

• Overheating caused by a worn or inefficient radiator
• Coolant leaks from aging radiator tanks or core damage
• Reduced cooling performance from restricted or damaged internal passages
• Transmission temperature management concerns on vehicles with an integrated cooler
• Fitment issues from non-OE-style replacement parts

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify radiator dimensions, inlet and outlet sizes, and transmission cooler connections before installation. Drain coolant safely, inspect hoses and clamps for wear, and confirm the cooling fan, thermostat, and pressure cap are in good condition before returning the vehicle to service. This radiator fits 2011-2014 Ford F-150, N/A, 2015-2017 Ford Expedition, N/A, and 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, N/A, with the listed package restrictions.

Quality Assurance

Denso subjects its radiators to durability and function testing to confirm performance and fitment consistency. As an OE supplier, Denso applies factory-level engineering standards to help ensure reliable cooling performance in demanding driving conditions.