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Front Brake Kit for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Beetle
DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads, part number 4502-74087, is a front disc brake kit built for select Volkswagen applications. It combines coated OE-style rotors with advanced friction pads for a complete front brake service on compatible Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Golf City models.
Key Features
- Front disc brake kit with rotors and pads
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- Dry-processed, dry-shipped rotors ready for installation
- G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-style durability and stability
- Non-directional rotor finish for faster pad bed-in and smoother braking
- 100% inspected rotors, including balance checks on vented rotors
- DFC 5000 Advanced pads with post-cured friction material
- Scorched pads to reduce initial break-in time
- Rubber-steel-rubber shims for improved noise, vibration, and harshness control
Product Line Details
The DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads line is built for drivers who want a matched front brake service package. The rotor coating helps resist rust during normal use, while the pad formulation is selected for stable friction performance and quieter operation. Part number 4502-74087 is a practical choice for Volkswagen front brake maintenance where OE-style fit and consistent pedal feel matter.
Detailed Description
This front brake kit is engineered for select 1999-2010 Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Golf City models. The rotors are machined to tight tolerances, finished with a non-directional surface, and inspected to meet OE specifications. The pads are post-cured and assembled with premium shims to support consistent braking response and reduced NVH. For Volkswagen Jetta front brake replacement, Volkswagen Golf front brake service, or Volkswagen Beetle front disc brake repair, 4502-74087 provides the core components needed for a complete axle service.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front brake rotor rust and surface corrosion
- Brake noise during everyday stopping
- Uneven pad bedding after rotor replacement
- Reduced stopping consistency from worn front brake components
- Time lost cleaning oil-coated replacement rotors before installation
Installation Notes and Tips
Compatible With front axle service only. Verify rotor size and production-date notes before ordering, especially for 2005 Jetta and 1999 Beetle applications. The rotors are shipped dry and ready to install, which can reduce prep time during a standard brake job. Always confirm pad sensor requirements and vehicle-specific brake configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
DFC GEOSPEC rotors are processed and inspected to meet OE specifications, with balance correction applied to vented rotors when needed. Each rotor includes a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
Fitment
- Fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, front
- Fits 2000-2006 Volkswagen Beetle, front
- Fits 2000-2006 Volkswagen Golf, front
- Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front, vehicle production date from 11/05
- Fits 2001-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front, 280mm front rotor
- Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front, vehicle production date from 1/05 to 11/05
- Fits 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, front
- Fits 2000-2003 Volkswagen Jetta, front, 280mm front rotors
- Fits 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, front, vehicle production date from June 1999 with brake pad sensors
- Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, front, with brake pad sensors
- Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, front, 280mm front rotors, pads with sensor
Description
Front Brake Kit for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, and Beetle
DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads, part number 4502-74087, is a front disc brake kit built for select Volkswagen applications. It combines coated OE-style rotors with advanced friction pads for a complete front brake service on compatible Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Golf City models.
Key Features
- Front disc brake kit with rotors and pads
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- Dry-processed, dry-shipped rotors ready for installation
- G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-style durability and stability
- Non-directional rotor finish for faster pad bed-in and smoother braking
- 100% inspected rotors, including balance checks on vented rotors
- DFC 5000 Advanced pads with post-cured friction material
- Scorched pads to reduce initial break-in time
- Rubber-steel-rubber shims for improved noise, vibration, and harshness control
Product Line Details
The DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads line is built for drivers who want a matched front brake service package. The rotor coating helps resist rust during normal use, while the pad formulation is selected for stable friction performance and quieter operation. Part number 4502-74087 is a practical choice for Volkswagen front brake maintenance where OE-style fit and consistent pedal feel matter.
Detailed Description
This front brake kit is engineered for select 1999-2010 Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Golf City models. The rotors are machined to tight tolerances, finished with a non-directional surface, and inspected to meet OE specifications. The pads are post-cured and assembled with premium shims to support consistent braking response and reduced NVH. For Volkswagen Jetta front brake replacement, Volkswagen Golf front brake service, or Volkswagen Beetle front disc brake repair, 4502-74087 provides the core components needed for a complete axle service.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front brake rotor rust and surface corrosion
- Brake noise during everyday stopping
- Uneven pad bedding after rotor replacement
- Reduced stopping consistency from worn front brake components
- Time lost cleaning oil-coated replacement rotors before installation
Installation Notes and Tips
Compatible With front axle service only. Verify rotor size and production-date notes before ordering, especially for 2005 Jetta and 1999 Beetle applications. The rotors are shipped dry and ready to install, which can reduce prep time during a standard brake job. Always confirm pad sensor requirements and vehicle-specific brake configuration before installation.
Quality Assurance
DFC GEOSPEC rotors are processed and inspected to meet OE specifications, with balance correction applied to vented rotors when needed. Each rotor includes a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
Fitment
- Fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, front
- Fits 2000-2006 Volkswagen Beetle, front
- Fits 2000-2006 Volkswagen Golf, front
- Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front, vehicle production date from 11/05
- Fits 2001-2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front, 280mm front rotor
- Fits 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, front, vehicle production date from 1/05 to 11/05
- Fits 2004 Volkswagen Jetta, front
- Fits 2000-2003 Volkswagen Jetta, front, 280mm front rotors
- Fits 1999 Volkswagen Beetle, front, vehicle production date from June 1999 with brake pad sensors
- Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, front, with brake pad sensors
- Fits 1999 Volkswagen Jetta, front, 280mm front rotors, pads with sensor
