{"product_id":"aluminum-radiator-for-subaru-impreza-2008-2016-2-0l-2-5l","title":"Aluminum Radiator for Subaru Impreza (2008-2016) 2.0L, 2.5L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHeavy-Duty 3-Row Aluminum Performance Radiator for 2008-2016 Subaru Impreza (GE\/GH\/GJ\/GP)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The all-aluminum 3-row radiator replaces the failure-prone factory plastic-tank unit on the 2008-2016 Subaru Impreza to enhance thermal rejection capacity and prevent overheating under sustained load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Subaru Impreza Radiator Weakness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory cooling systems in the \u003cstrong\u003eGE\/GH\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eGJ\/GP\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis rely on an OEM radiator built with crimped plastic end tanks mated to a thin single-row core. Over repeated thermal expansion cycles, mechanical vibration, and internal system pressure, the glass-reinforced nylon tanks become brittle. This commonly results in hairline stress fractures around the upper hose inlet neck and gasket blowouts at the core crimp seam. On Subaru horizontal-opposed boxer engines, sudden coolant loss rapidly leads to severe thermal distortion, localized hot spots, and catastrophic head gasket failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis direct-replacement unit resolves factory structural bottlenecks with fully TIG-welded aircraft-grade aluminum end tanks and a dense 3-row tube-and-fin core. Eliminating mechanical crimp joints and plastic components removes the primary mechanical point of failure. The enlarged 3-row brazed aluminum core substantially increases fluid capacity and total heat-transfer surface area, maximizing convective heat dissipation and resisting heat soak during spirited driving or harsh ambient conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x All-aluminum 3-row performance radiator\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProtective port caps (fitted for transit)\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;\"\u003e2008-2016 Subaru Impreza\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 \/ FB20B \/ GE\/GH\/GJ\/GP\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;\"\u003e148-170 hp \/ 145-170 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\u003e2008-2016 Subaru Impreza 2.0L H4\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008-2016 Subaru Impreza 2.5L H4\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 GE\/GH\/GJ\/GP Impreza?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2008-2016 Subaru Impreza equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eEJ253\u003c\/strong\u003e (2.5L) or \u003cstrong\u003eFB20B\u003c\/strong\u003e (2.0L) naturally aspirated engine; verify transmission cooling lines and mounting points 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 engine layouts require a thorough burping and vacuum-fill procedure to eliminate trapped air pockets that lead to false temperature readings and localized overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Subaru Performance Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoxer platforms demand absolute cooling reliability to maintain cylinder head integrity and predictable power delivery across daily commutes and backroad runs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67551743770872,"sku":"DS-E6MM0TLRT","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-impreza-2008-2016-2-0l-2-5l-1.jpg?v=1790802358","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/aluminum-radiator-for-subaru-impreza-2008-2016-2-0l-2-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}