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Front Brake Kit for Select GM Applications
The Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware, part number 4512-45073, is a front disc brake kit built for select Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. It combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and matching hardware in one service package for a complete front brake refresh.
Key Features
- Front disc brake kit with rotors, pads, and hardware
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- 5000 Advanced ceramic brake pads with post-cured friction material
- Scorched pads for reduced initial break-in time
- Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims for improved noise, vibration, and harshness control
- Non-directional rotor finish for more even pad bed-in and smoother stops
- OE-style rotor machining and balance inspection
- 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship on rotors
Product Details
DFC GEOSPEC rotors are processed dry and ready to install, which eliminates the need to clean off oil before service. The coated surface helps resist rust better than conventional paint or zinc finishes, while the G3000/G11H18 cast iron construction is engineered to match OEM durability and stability requirements. The 5000 Advanced pads are formulated for stable friction performance and are assembled with premium shims to help reduce brake noise. Part number 4512-45073 is a practical choice for drivers servicing a Chevrolet Malibu front brake kit, as well as front brake applications on the Buick Regal Sportback, Buick LaCrosse, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain.
What This Brake Kit Helps Address
- Front brake wear, scoring, or rotor surface corrosion
- Brake noise from worn pads or fatigued hardware
- Uneven pad contact and inconsistent stopping feel
- Longer service time caused by unprepared rotors
- Reduced braking performance from aged front brake components
Installation Notes
Use this kit for front axle service only. Confirm vehicle year, model, and brake configuration before installation, especially on 2016-2019 Chevrolet Malibu applications where electric parking brake and manual parking brake notes appear in the fitment data. The rotors arrive dry and ready for installation, and the coating is removed naturally by the brake pads during normal use. For a proper brake job, inspect calipers, slides, and related wear items before reassembly.
Fitment and Quality Assurance
- Fits 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback, front
- Fits 2018-2019 Buick LaCrosse, front
- Fits 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, front
- Fits 2016-2019 Chevrolet Malibu, front
- Fits 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited, front
- Fits 2018-2020 GMC Terrain, front
Each rotor is machined to tight tolerances, inspected for critical dimensions, and balanced as needed before release. DFC backs the rotors with a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Part number 4512-45073 is designed for buyers looking for a front brake kit for Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain service work with coated rotor protection and ceramic pad construction.
Description
Front Brake Kit for Select GM Applications
The Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware, part number 4512-45073, is a front disc brake kit built for select Buick, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. It combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and matching hardware in one service package for a complete front brake refresh.
Key Features
- Front disc brake kit with rotors, pads, and hardware
- DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
- 5000 Advanced ceramic brake pads with post-cured friction material
- Scorched pads for reduced initial break-in time
- Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims for improved noise, vibration, and harshness control
- Non-directional rotor finish for more even pad bed-in and smoother stops
- OE-style rotor machining and balance inspection
- 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship on rotors
Product Details
DFC GEOSPEC rotors are processed dry and ready to install, which eliminates the need to clean off oil before service. The coated surface helps resist rust better than conventional paint or zinc finishes, while the G3000/G11H18 cast iron construction is engineered to match OEM durability and stability requirements. The 5000 Advanced pads are formulated for stable friction performance and are assembled with premium shims to help reduce brake noise. Part number 4512-45073 is a practical choice for drivers servicing a Chevrolet Malibu front brake kit, as well as front brake applications on the Buick Regal Sportback, Buick LaCrosse, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain.
What This Brake Kit Helps Address
- Front brake wear, scoring, or rotor surface corrosion
- Brake noise from worn pads or fatigued hardware
- Uneven pad contact and inconsistent stopping feel
- Longer service time caused by unprepared rotors
- Reduced braking performance from aged front brake components
Installation Notes
Use this kit for front axle service only. Confirm vehicle year, model, and brake configuration before installation, especially on 2016-2019 Chevrolet Malibu applications where electric parking brake and manual parking brake notes appear in the fitment data. The rotors arrive dry and ready for installation, and the coating is removed naturally by the brake pads during normal use. For a proper brake job, inspect calipers, slides, and related wear items before reassembly.
Fitment and Quality Assurance
- Fits 2018-2020 Buick Regal Sportback, front
- Fits 2018-2019 Buick LaCrosse, front
- Fits 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, front
- Fits 2016-2019 Chevrolet Malibu, front
- Fits 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited, front
- Fits 2018-2020 GMC Terrain, front
Each rotor is machined to tight tolerances, inspected for critical dimensions, and balanced as needed before release. DFC backs the rotors with a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Part number 4512-45073 is designed for buyers looking for a front brake kit for Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain service work with coated rotor protection and ceramic pad construction.
