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Front Brake Kit for Hyundai and Kia
The DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware kit is a front disc brake service kit built for select Hyundai and Kia applications. Part number 4512-03182 combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and matching hardware for a complete front brake refresh.
Key Features
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- Dry-processed rotors arrive ready to install with no oil removal step
- G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-style durability and stability
- Non-directional rotor finish supports even pad bed-in and smoother braking
- DFC 5000 Advanced ceramic pads are post-cured and scorched for stable friction
- Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
- Hardware uses PTFE coating, vulcanized rubber, and stainless steel materials
Product Line Details
DFC GEOSPEC rotors are machined to tight tolerances and inspected for critical dimensions and balance. The 5000 Advanced pad line is formulated for modern passenger vehicles and light trucks, with friction characteristics developed for consistent stopping performance. The hardware kit is engineered to restore proper caliper movement and spring tension during brake service.
Fitment
- Fits 2022-2023 Hyundai Kona Electric, front
- Fits 2019-2022 Kia Niro EV, front
- Fits 2019-2021 Hyundai Kona Electric, front
- Fits 2016-2020 Kia Optima, front
- Fits 2016-2019 Hyundai Sonata, front
- Fits 2017-2019 Kia Optima, front
- Fits 2018-2019 Kia Optima, front
- Fits 2015 Hyundai Sonata, front
Common Brake Service Issues
- Front brake noise from worn pads or fatigued hardware
- Rust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces
- Uneven pad wear caused by corroded or weak hardware
- Longer stopping distances from worn friction material
- Brake vibration from rotor wear or finish irregularities
Installation Notes
Use this kit for front axle brake service only. Verify rotor size, parking brake configuration, and caliper hardware details before installation, especially on Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima applications with manual or electric parking brake notes. Clean the hub surface, torque fasteners to specification, and follow a proper pad bed-in procedure after installation. Part number 4512-03182 is a front brake kit for select Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Niro EV, Hyundai Sonata, and Kia Optima models.
Quality Assurance
Each DFC GEOSPEC rotor is inspected for critical attributes and balanced where required. The rotors carry a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Part number 4512-03182 is built to OE-style specifications for fit, finish, and braking consistency.
Description
Front Brake Kit for Hyundai and Kia
The DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware kit is a front disc brake service kit built for select Hyundai and Kia applications. Part number 4512-03182 combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and matching hardware for a complete front brake refresh.
Key Features
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- Dry-processed rotors arrive ready to install with no oil removal step
- G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-style durability and stability
- Non-directional rotor finish supports even pad bed-in and smoother braking
- DFC 5000 Advanced ceramic pads are post-cured and scorched for stable friction
- Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
- Hardware uses PTFE coating, vulcanized rubber, and stainless steel materials
Product Line Details
DFC GEOSPEC rotors are machined to tight tolerances and inspected for critical dimensions and balance. The 5000 Advanced pad line is formulated for modern passenger vehicles and light trucks, with friction characteristics developed for consistent stopping performance. The hardware kit is engineered to restore proper caliper movement and spring tension during brake service.
Fitment
- Fits 2022-2023 Hyundai Kona Electric, front
- Fits 2019-2022 Kia Niro EV, front
- Fits 2019-2021 Hyundai Kona Electric, front
- Fits 2016-2020 Kia Optima, front
- Fits 2016-2019 Hyundai Sonata, front
- Fits 2017-2019 Kia Optima, front
- Fits 2018-2019 Kia Optima, front
- Fits 2015 Hyundai Sonata, front
Common Brake Service Issues
- Front brake noise from worn pads or fatigued hardware
- Rust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces
- Uneven pad wear caused by corroded or weak hardware
- Longer stopping distances from worn friction material
- Brake vibration from rotor wear or finish irregularities
Installation Notes
Use this kit for front axle brake service only. Verify rotor size, parking brake configuration, and caliper hardware details before installation, especially on Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima applications with manual or electric parking brake notes. Clean the hub surface, torque fasteners to specification, and follow a proper pad bed-in procedure after installation. Part number 4512-03182 is a front brake kit for select Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia Niro EV, Hyundai Sonata, and Kia Optima models.
Quality Assurance
Each DFC GEOSPEC rotor is inspected for critical attributes and balanced where required. The rotors carry a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Part number 4512-03182 is built to OE-style specifications for fit, finish, and braking consistency.
