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Brake Kit for Audi A3 and Volkswagen Jetta
Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads, part number 4504-74031, is a front and rear disc brake kit built for specific OE-style service applications. It combines coated rotors and matched friction material for drivers servicing a 2009 Audi A3 or a 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen with the listed rear brake configuration.
Key Features
- Complete disc brake kit with rotors and pads for front and rear service
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- Dry-processed rotors ship ready to install, with no oil coating to remove
- G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor specification for OE-style durability and stability
- Non-directional rotor finish supports even pad bed-in and quieter braking
- 5000 Advanced Brake Pads are post-cured and scorched for stable friction performance
- Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
Product Details
The DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads line is engineered as a service kit for drivers who want matched braking components in one package. The rotors are machined to tight tolerances, inspected for critical dimensions, and balanced where required, while the pads are formulated for consistent friction across a wide range of vehicle applications. This part number 4504-74031 is a direct fit for 2009 Audi A3, front and rear, and 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, front and rear, with TRW/Girling rear calipers and 260mm rear rotors on the 2010 Jetta application.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Common Brake Service Issues
- Brake pulsation from worn or uneven rotors
- Rust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces
- Noise during braking from aged pads or poor pad-to-rotor match
- Extended stopping distances caused by worn friction material
- Uneven brake feel during routine front and rear brake service
Installation Notes
Compatible With 2009 Audi A3, front and rear. Compatible With 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, front and rear. Compatible With 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, front and rear, with TRW/Girling rear calipers and 260mm rear rotors. Before installation, confirm axle position, rear caliper type, and rotor size against the vehicle’s existing brake system. The rotors are shipped dry and ready for installation; no additional rotor preparation is required beyond normal brake service procedures.
Quality Assurance
Each rotor is manufactured to OE specifications, then inspected for balance and critical dimensions before release. DFC states that every rotor carries a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. The 5000 Advanced Brake Pads are post-cured, scorched, and assembled with premium shims to support stable braking performance and improved NVH control.
Description
Brake Kit for Audi A3 and Volkswagen Jetta
Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads, part number 4504-74031, is a front and rear disc brake kit built for specific OE-style service applications. It combines coated rotors and matched friction material for drivers servicing a 2009 Audi A3 or a 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen with the listed rear brake configuration.
Key Features
- Complete disc brake kit with rotors and pads for front and rear service
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- Dry-processed rotors ship ready to install, with no oil coating to remove
- G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor specification for OE-style durability and stability
- Non-directional rotor finish supports even pad bed-in and quieter braking
- 5000 Advanced Brake Pads are post-cured and scorched for stable friction performance
- Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
Product Details
The DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads line is engineered as a service kit for drivers who want matched braking components in one package. The rotors are machined to tight tolerances, inspected for critical dimensions, and balanced where required, while the pads are formulated for consistent friction across a wide range of vehicle applications. This part number 4504-74031 is a direct fit for 2009 Audi A3, front and rear, and 2009-2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, front and rear, with TRW/Girling rear calipers and 260mm rear rotors on the 2010 Jetta application.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
Common Brake Service Issues
- Brake pulsation from worn or uneven rotors
- Rust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces
- Noise during braking from aged pads or poor pad-to-rotor match
- Extended stopping distances caused by worn friction material
- Uneven brake feel during routine front and rear brake service
Installation Notes
Compatible With 2009 Audi A3, front and rear. Compatible With 2009 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, front and rear. Compatible With 2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen, front and rear, with TRW/Girling rear calipers and 260mm rear rotors. Before installation, confirm axle position, rear caliper type, and rotor size against the vehicle’s existing brake system. The rotors are shipped dry and ready for installation; no additional rotor preparation is required beyond normal brake service procedures.
Quality Assurance
Each rotor is manufactured to OE specifications, then inspected for balance and critical dimensions before release. DFC states that every rotor carries a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. The 5000 Advanced Brake Pads are post-cured, scorched, and assembled with premium shims to support stable braking performance and improved NVH control.
