{"product_id":"radiator-for-hyundai-sonata-1996-1998-2-0l-3-0l","title":"Radiator for Hyundai Sonata (1996-1998) 2.0L 3.0L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Replacement Radiator for 1996-1998 Hyundai Sonata\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The direct-fit replacement radiator replaces the aged, failure-prone factory heat exchanger on the 1996-1998 Sonata to restore optimal thermal rejection and prevent engine overheating under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Hyundai Sonata Thermal Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging \u003cstrong\u003eY3\u003c\/strong\u003e chassis sedans frequently suffer from brittle, heat-cycled PA66 nylon plastic end tanks and calcified factory core channels. Over decades of operation, the factory header crimps lose structural tension, resulting in seam weepage, pressure loss, and catastrophic coolant venting. Furthermore, internal corrosion and sediment deposition narrow the micro-tubes within the stock core, restricting coolant flow velocity. This drop in thermal transfer efficiency forces elevated operating temperatures, placing undue strain on the \u003cstrong\u003eSirius G4CP\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eCyclone G6AT\u003c\/strong\u003e head gaskets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement heat exchanger is engineered around a high-efficiency aluminum tube-and-fin core designed to match OEM packaging while restoring baseline heat dissipation. Featuring reinforced synthetic polymer end tanks attached via heavy-gauge mechanically crimped core plates, it resists burst pressure from elevated cooling system cycles. Precision-formed internal aluminum tubes maximize fluid contact area while exterior multi-louvered fin geometry promotes laminar airflow penetration across the entire frontal matrix. Integrated brass transmission oil cooler fittings ensure stable automatic gearbox fluid regulation without external modification, matching standard \u003cstrong\u003eDPI 1823\u003c\/strong\u003e mounting points.\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;\"\u003e1996-1998 Hyundai Sonata\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;\"\u003e2.0L G4CP \/ 3.0L G6AT \/ Y3\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;\"\u003e137 hp \/ 133 lb-ft (2.0L) - 142 hp \/ 168 lb-ft (3.0L)\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;\"\u003eDPI 1823 \/ 25310-34050\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1996 Hyundai Sonata Base \/ GL \/ GLS (2.0L L4, 3.0L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997 Hyundai Sonata Base \/ GL \/ GLS (2.0L L4, 3.0L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998 Hyundai Sonata Base \/ GL \/ GLS (2.0L L4, 3.0L V6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the Y3 Sonata?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1996-1998 Hyundai Sonata equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eG4CP\u003c\/strong\u003e inline-four or \u003cstrong\u003eG6AT\u003c\/strong\u003e V6 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre modifications required for the automatic transmission cooler lines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No, this unit incorporates standard threaded brass cooler ports matching factory quick-connect and barbed cooler lines directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Hyundai Reliability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for seamless drop-in installation, this core assembly restores essential thermal margins to protect legacy powertrains during sustained highway commuting and high ambient stop-and-go driving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50551420190968,"sku":"DS-EVZW45664","price":179.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/radiator-for-hyundai-sonata-1996-1998-2-0l-3-0l-1.jpg?v=1789776664","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/radiator-for-hyundai-sonata-1996-1998-2-0l-3-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}