OEM Hyundai Radiators

Car Radiators: Everything You Need to Know

A vehicle's engine needs to stay relatively cool to work the best that it can. In fact, it needs to avoid overheating altogether. The factory radiator does the best job of making sure it can.

How They Work

It starts with coolant absorbing the heat an engine produces as it runs. It does so while flowing back and forth, through radiator hoses and between an inlet and outlet, with help from a water pump. As it moves, a radiator cap condenses it so it can absorb as much heat as possible. Radiator core fins expel the heat, and a fan disperses it into the air nearby. As a result, the engine can work better, and that helps it last longer.

When a radiator goes bad, however, it can cause all sorts of problems, from HVAC malfunctions to overheats and engine failure. Luckily, there are symptoms you can look for before that happens.

Signs of Problems with One

They're easy to recognize. Look for:

• Fin damage
• Abnormal engine noise
• Sludgy coolant
• The sweet, syrupy smell of ethylene glycol (this tells you there's a coolant leak)

If you think you're dealing with radiator failure, take a look at the temperature gauge on your dash first to see if your engine's running too hot. Then, do a thorough inspection. If it calls for a radiator change, avoid the aftermarket. A genuine radiator will fit your model best.

Why You Should Buy Genuine OEM

Hyundai makes its radiators guaranteed to fit its models. That's a promise that the aftermarket can't always make.

Where to Order a Replacement Hyundai Radiator Online

At our auto parts store. It's as easy as a few clicks. Just browse our catalog by model and model year to find one that fits and buy now. We'll ship to your door fast, and you'll be checking another DIY project off your list before you know it.