{"product_id":"aluminum-radiator-for-subaru-forester-2009-2013-2-5l","title":"Aluminum Radiator for Subaru Forester (2009-2013) 2.5L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Efficiency 3-Row All-Aluminum Performance Radiator for 2009-2013 Subaru Forester (SH)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The all-aluminum 3-row performance radiator replaces the failure-prone factory cooling unit on the 2009-2013 Subaru Forester to increase fluid capacity, maximize heat dissipation, and prevent engine overheating under heavy load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Subaru Forester Radiator Weakness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory cooling systems in the third-generation \u003cstrong\u003eSH\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis rely on crimped, glass-fiber-reinforced plastic end tanks bonded to a single-row core. Over continuous thermal cycles, factory plastic end tanks embrittle, leading to micro-fractures, seam separation, and sudden catastrophic coolant loss. Furthermore, the OEM thin single-core design quickly succumbs to heat soak during sustained uphill climbs, stop-and-go commuting, or towing, leading to elevated cylinder head temperatures on the open-deck \u003cstrong\u003eEJ253\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eFB25\u003c\/strong\u003e boxer engine architectures, directly risking blown head gaskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upgraded performance unit features a heavy-duty 3-row aluminum tube-and-fin core joined to precision TIG-welded aluminum end tanks. By eliminating crimped plastic junctions, it eliminates seam burst risks under sustained cooling system pressures. The high-density fin layout significantly increases ambient air surface contact, accelerating convective thermal transfer and reducing operating coolant temperatures. Engineered as a direct drop-in replacement, it maintains factory mounting tabs and port layouts while matching OEM references \u003cstrong\u003e13092\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCU13092\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x all-aluminum 3-row radiator assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtective caps on fluid inlet\/outlet ports\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2009-2013 Subaru Forester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEJ253 \/ FB25 (2.5L) \/ SH Chassis\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e170 hp \/ 174 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e13092, CU13092\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2009 Subaru Forester 2.5L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2010 Subaru Forester 2.5L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2011 Subaru Forester 2.5L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2012 Subaru Forester 2.5L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2013 Subaru Forester 2.5L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the SH Chassis Forester?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2009-2013 Subaru Forester equipped with the 2.5L engine (\u003cstrong\u003eEJ253\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eFB25\u003c\/strong\u003e) in the \u003cstrong\u003eSH\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis platform; verify transmission cooler and hose layout prior to installation as this is not a universal unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bleed the cooling system after installing this radiator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, boxer engines are prone to trapping air pockets; you must perform a thorough coolant flush, refill with OEM-specified coolant, and complete a vacuum bleed or burp cycle to prevent hot spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Subaru Performance Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle the harsh thermal environments of high-revving boxer platforms, this all-aluminum cooling assembly delivers robust track-level durability and rock-solid thermal stability across all driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67551742001400,"sku":"DS-E1YVOISWD","price":159.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/aluminum-radiator-for-subaru-forester-2009-2013-2-5l-1.jpg?v=1790802325","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/aluminum-radiator-for-subaru-forester-2009-2013-2-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}