OEM Audi & VW Radiator Cooling Parts

When the engine in your Audi or Volkswagen runs, it generates heat, and a lot of it. Too much, and the engine can overheat and quit working altogether. There's coolant to absorb most of that heat, but it's your factory radiator that must dissipate it. Radiators work in stages. First, coolant flows through a radiator hose and from an inlet to an outlet, compressed as it moves by a pressure cap. This optimizes heat absorption. Flat, fin-style aluminum tubes then expel the heat, and a fan scatters it into the air nearby. Some radiators have extra fins, called turbulators. They get rid of heat even better. If your radiator has side-mounted tanks, they're transmission coolers. These send heat from transmission operation to the coolant instead of diffusing it into the air, helping your transmission work as best it can. Unfortunately, radiators can have problems.

What are the Signs a Radiator is Failing or Bad?

Listen for weird engine noises, smell for the sweet, syrupy smell of ethylene glycol, look for discolored or sludgy coolant, leaking antifreeze, and high temperature gauge readings, and keep an eye out for HVAC malfunctions. Trouble shifting, on the other hand, is a symptom of a bad transmission cooler. If you're looking to buy new cooling system parts, check out our catalog. Our auto parts store carries only genuine OEM radiators, so they're guaranteed to work with your VW or Audi. You can even order online. We'll ship right to your door. Buy now!