Will this bolt straight into the factory mounting location?

Yes — mounting tabs align with factory attachment points. No drilling or custom brackets needed.

Do I need to flush my cooling system before installing this?

Recommended. Drain and flush the system to remove old coolant and debris, then refill with fresh coolant per your vehicle's service manual specifications.

What about hose connections — are they the same as OEM?

Connections match factory specs. Compare your existing hose fittings to the inlet and outlet ports before purchase to confirm compatibility with your current hose setup.