{"product_id":"aluminum-radiator-for-nissan-altima-maxima-2002-2006-3-5l","title":"Aluminum Radiator for Nissan Altima Maxima (2002-2006) 3.5L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Aluminum Radiator for 2002-2006 Nissan Altima,Maxima\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aluminum Radiator replaces the failure-prone factory heat exchanger on the 2002-2006 Nissan Altima and Maxima to maximize thermal dissipation and prevent catastrophic overheating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Nissan Altima,Maxima Cooling Failure Points\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe OEM cooling assembly on the \u003cstrong\u003eL31\u003c\/strong\u003e Altima and \u003cstrong\u003eA34\u003c\/strong\u003e Maxima relies on crimped plastic end tanks bonded to a thin single-row aluminum core. Over repeated thermal cycles, the factory glass-filled nylon tanks degrade, embrittle, and develop micro-fractures along the crimp seam. Under high-load conditions, the \u003cstrong\u003eVQ35DE\u003c\/strong\u003e platform generates high coolant pressures that blow past aged rubber tank gaskets or snap fragile upper inlet necks, causing sudden coolant dumps, head gasket failure, and severe cylinder head warpage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dual-row, high-capacity all-aluminum radiator eliminates structural failure points by utilizing 100% TIG-welded aircraft-grade aluminum end tanks and a precision furnace-brazed core. Designed as a direct bolt-in unit referencing \u003cstrong\u003eDPI CU2415\u003c\/strong\u003e and OEM specification \u003cstrong\u003eRD-933-318-G4\u003c\/strong\u003e, the design significantly increases fluid capacity and convective heat transfer surface area. The dense louvered multi-fin design promotes aggressive laminar airflow across the internal cooling tubes, effectively rejecting heat soak and ensuring sustained optimal operating temperatures under severe driving loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\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;\"\u003e2002-2006 Nissan Altima,Maxima\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;\"\u003eVQ35DE \/ L31, A34\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;\"\u003e240-265 hp \/ 246-255 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;\"\u003eCU2415, RD-933-318-G4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2002-2006 Nissan Altima 3.5L (L31)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004-2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5L (A34)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the L31 and A34 Altima,Maxima?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2002-2006 Nissan Altima and Maxima equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eVQ35DE\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5L V6 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this require custom brackets or modifications for installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No, it features direct OEM mounting locations and factory inlet\/outlet port locations for an unaltered drop-in fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Nissan VQ Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to withstand the demanding heat cycles of Nissan's award-winning VQ-series V6, this radiator protects high-RPM engine output and preserves long-term drivetrain reliability on the street or highway.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50511785951480,"sku":"DS-E4916676U","price":207.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/aluminum-radiator-for-nissan-altima-maxima-2002-2006-3-5l-1.jpg?v=1789419107","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/aluminum-radiator-for-nissan-altima-maxima-2002-2006-3-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}