Hello. I am trying to replace the radiator in my 2005 Dodge Grand Caravan SXT V6 3.8L. The part number I pulled off of it is 04677550AA. I can't find this anywhere, and it doesn't match aftermarket interchange part numbers. The only place I have found the equivalent number is a Swedish site. Does anyone know if this number has changed over the years? The new number I have is 4677692AA. I am also trying to determine if aftermarket radiators clip on to the A/C condenser with a locking mechanism or if it connects to the condenser using a bolt. Thanks.

 

Would need the vin to be sure, there is a split.

Vehicles built up til 1/31/2005 = 4677524AA
Vehicles built after 1/31/2005 = 4677694AA

 

My car was made before 1/31/2005, as I bought it in November 2004. The VIN, however, is 2D8GP44L55R260625.

So, are you saying that 4677524AA is the new 04677550AA, where 04677550AA is the number that is on my radiator?

Here is what I am trying to determine. My current radiator is attached to the A/C condenser via "plastic lock" that you have to squeeze together to get the two parts detached. The radiator is not attached to the A/C condenser via a bolt. If I look at the dodge grand caravan service repair manual for my car, it is showing that the radiator is attached to the A/C condenser via a bolt. Therefore, I want to buy a new radiator that has the "plastic lock" interface which will allow me to attach it to the A/C condenser by pushing them together, not via a bolt. Perhaps radiators are able to do both, but I cannot physically seem them to be sure (either have to order over the internet or special order, no one seems to just have them on hand, which I understand).

 

2.4L/3.3L/3.8L ENGINES, Condenser Removal

WARNING: Refer to the applicable warnings and cautions for this system before performing the following operation (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - FRONT - WARNING) and (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - FRONT - CAUTION). Failure to follow the warnings and cautions could result in possible personal injury or death.
NOTE: Before removing the A/C condenser, note the location of each of the radiator and condenser air seals. These air seals are used to direct air through the A/C condenser and radiator. The air seals must be reinstalled in their proper locations in order for the A/C and engine cooling systems to perform as designed.

1. Recover the refrigerant from the refrigerant system (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - FRONT - STANDARD PROCEDURE - REFRIGERANT SYSTEM RECOVERY).
2. Remove the front fascia (Refer to 13 - FRAME & BUMPERS/BUMPERS/FRONT FASCIA - REMOVAL). NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the quick-connect fittings from the transmission oil cooler tapping block when disconnecting the transmission oil cooler lines from the cooler.
3. Disconnect the transmission oil cooler lines from the quick-connect fittings located on the transmission oil cooler tapping block on the left side of the A/C condenser (combination cooler) (Refer to 7 - COOLING/TRANSMISSION - STANDARD PROCEDURE - TRANSMISSION COOLING) (A/C Condenser - Left Hand View).
4. Disconnect the A/C discharge line and the A/C liquid line from the right side of the A/C condenser (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - FRONT/A/C DISCHARGE LINE - REMOVAL) and (Refer to 24 - HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/PLUMBING - FRONT/A/C LIQUID LINE - REMOVAL) (A/C Condenser - Right Hand View).
5. Install plugs in, or tape over the opened discharge and liquid line fittings and the condenser ports.
6. Disengage the retaining clips that secure the upper A/C condenser mounting brackets to the radiator.
7. Lift the A/C condenser (combination cooler) straight up to disengage the lower mounting brackets from the radiator and carefully remove the condenser from the engine compartment.

 

This is from the service manual for your van. All of the radiators from Chrysler will have the clips. The only difference between the date cutoffs is the style of fan module used, one had a one piece and one had a two piece fan.

 

And according to your vin, the correct part number is 4677523AA and lists for $252. I looked at it as we stock it and the connections are correct. Part numbers update alot.

 

im having the samE issue. brought in my old raditor to all local auto stores to match it up! and cant seem to find the same one they all have the bolt in version and i need the push pin verson on a 2004 grand caravan 3.8l vin2D4GP44L55R223219

 

Radiator part number 4677523AA, $252..........seems to be a common number