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Aluminum Radiator CU13200: Direct-Fit Cooling for the 2011-2014 Dodge Durango and Jeep Cherokee

If your 2011-2014 Dodge Durango or Jeep Cherokee climbs toward hot in stop-and-go traffic, or you keep topping off coolant every couple of weeks, the radiator is the first part to suspect. The 3.6L V6 and 5.7L HEMI V8 both run warm when the cooling system is tired.

The Aluminum Radiator CU13200 is a direct OEM replacement built for these trucks. It bolts to the stock mounting points with no cutting or bracket changes. The core is AA5052 aluminum alloy, which resists corrosion and sheds heat faster than the copper/brass radiators fitted to older vehicles.

The key numbers: core measures 25 inches high by 20.4 inches wide, coolant runs through a single high-performance row, and the unit is matched to R-134A refrigerant systems. Full specification below.

Why Aluminum Beats Copper/Brass Here

Copper and brass ruled radiator construction for decades because they were cheap and easy to repair. The trade-off is thermal efficiency: copper/brass cores shed heat more slowly, weigh more, and their joints become prone to electrolysis over time, which eats the core from the inside out.

What that means behind the wheel

Lower weight takes load off the front end and makes the radiator easier to handle during a driveway install. Faster heat transfer pulls coolant temperature down sooner after a hard pull or a long idle in summer. And the corrosion resistance of aluminum is what turns a good radiator into a set-it-and-forget-it part.

CU13200 Technical Specifications

Every figure in this table comes straight from the CU13200 product specification.

About the single row: an aluminum core with an optimized tube configuration exposes enough usable cooling surface that one row does the work of several. High thermal conductivity lets engineers drop rows without dropping cooling capacity.

Will It Fit Your Vehicle?

The CU13200 covers three factory combinations:

• 2011-2014 Dodge Durango — 3.6L V6 and 5.7L HEMI V8
• 2011-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee — 3.6L V6
• 2015-2020 Dodge Durango — 5.7L HEMI V8 with R-134A refrigerant

If your year or engine is not on that list, do not guess. Use the support channels at the end of this article and get the fitment checked before you spend a dollar.

Aluminum vs Copper/Brass, Side by Side

The same comparison in table form:

Bottom line: for a daily-driven Durango or Grand Cherokee, aluminum is the practical pick.

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Five Signs the Radiator Is Done

Watch for these, and act on the first two before they strand you:

• Coolant leaks — wet spots or dried residue under or along the radiator
• Engine overheating — the gauge climbs in traffic or on long grades
• Visible damage — bent fins, dents, or a crushed core you can see
• Coolant discoloration — the fluid turns rusty or muddy
• Frequent coolant loss — you keep topping off and never find where it goes

Any one of these is a reason to stop refilling and start replacing. The CU13200 fixes the cooling side of the problem instead of masking it with another jug of coolant.

Installation and Long-Term Care

Because the CU13200 is engineered as a direct OEM replacement, the swap is remove-and-replace: out with the old unit, in with the new, hoses back on the same points. No fabrication, no fitment guesswork.

After that, care is standard: run periodic coolant flushes on the interval your service manual lists, and give the core a visual check for leaks whenever you check the oil. The aluminum construction's corrosion resistance keeps long-term maintenance light.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not certain the CU13200 matches your exact build? Send your model year and engine through the request-for-quote page and the team will match the right part. You can also email support@koeep.com or message the team on WhatsApp for a quick reply.