{"product_id":"aluminum-radiator-for-saturn-vue-2008-2010-2-4l-3-5l-3-6l","title":"Aluminum Radiator for Saturn Vue (2008-2010) 2.4L 3.5L 3.6L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Efficiency 3-Row Aluminum Radiator for 2008-2010 Saturn Vue\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces failure-prone OEM plastic-tank radiators with a direct-fit, TIG-welded 3-row aluminum core engineered to maximize thermal heat rejection under severe duty cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Vue Thermal Fatigue Problem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory Saturn Vue radiators rely on plastic end tanks crimped onto an aluminum core using elastomeric O-rings. Repeated thermal expansion cycles and constant exposure to 200°F+ coolant degrade the composite polymer, leading to micro-fractures along the tank headers and crimp seams. This degradation risks sudden loss of coolant pressure, air ingress, and severe head-gasket failure or engine block warpage across high-operating-temp Ecotec and High Feature V6 platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heavy-duty unit eliminates structural failure points by utilizing 100% aluminum construction with precision TIG-welded end tanks and a furnace-brazed tube-and-fin core. The three-row layout dramatically increases surface contact area and fluid volume, accelerating convective heat transfer. Engineered to DPI 13057 specifications, it features reinforced mounting brackets and port locations for a drop-in installation that accepts factory fan shrouds and plumbing.\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;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e2008-2010 Saturn Vue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e2.4L LE5, 3.5L LZ4, 3.6L LY7 \/ GM Theta Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e169-257 hp \/ 161-248 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eDPI 13057\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2008 Saturn Vue (2.4L L4, 3.5L V6, 3.6L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2009 Saturn Vue (2.4L L4, 3.5L V6, 3.6L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2010 Saturn Vue (2.4L L4, 3.5L V6, 3.6L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Saturn Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle prolonged highway loads, stop-and-go commuting, and moderate towing, this all-metal radiator maintains stable coolant temperatures in high-ambient environments without the risk of brittle plastic failure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50496520323320,"sku":"DS-EBK1HXQR3","price":214.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/aluminum-radiator-for-saturn-vue-2008-2010-2-4l-3-5l-3-6l-1.jpg?v=1789245473","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/aluminum-radiator-for-saturn-vue-2008-2010-2-4l-3-5l-3-6l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}