Dynamic Friction 8512-54216 Disc Brake Kit - Front
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 DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware

Dynamic Friction 8512-54216 Disc Brake Kit - Front

Brand Dynamic Friction 8512-54216
Position Front
Product line DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
Fits Ford and Lincoln · 14 vehicles

Matched brake kit. Combines drilled and slotted rotors with DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads.

Front service package. Built for application-specific front brake maintenance on listed vehicles.

Catalog part 8512-54216. Use this number for fitment lookup and ordering reference.

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Overview

The Dynamic Friction 8512-54216 disc brake kit is built for front brake service on select Ford and Lincoln applications. It combines drilled and slotted rotors with DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads for a matched braking package focused on consistent stopping performance and heat management.

Fits 2020-2026 Ford Explorer, front and 2020-2026 Lincoln Aviator, front, with application-specific brake configurations noted below.

Key Features

  • Drilled and slotted rotor design for improved heat and gas evacuation.
  • Matched brake pad set from DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads.
  • Front axle service kit for select Explorer and Aviator brake packages.
  • Application notes identify premium brakes and 345mm front disc configurations where required.
  • Dynamic Friction part number 8512-54216 for catalog and fitment lookup.

Fitment Details

  • Fits 2026 Ford Explorer, front.
  • Fits 2024 Ford Explorer, front.
  • Fits 2020-2022 Ford Explorer, front.
  • Fits 2025-2026 Lincoln Aviator, front, Premium Brakes.
  • Fits 2025 Ford Explorer, front, Base Brakes, 345mm Front Disc.
  • Fits 2020-2024 Lincoln Aviator, front, Premium Brakes (345mm Front Rotors).
  • Fits 2023 Ford Explorer, front, Platinum.

What It Helps Address

  • Brake fade during repeated stops.
  • Uneven pad and rotor wear from worn service components.
  • Reduced braking response from heat buildup.
  • Noise and vibration associated with aging front brake parts.

Installation Notes

Verify brake package details before ordering, including Premium Brakes, Base Brakes, Platinum, and 345mm front disc or rotor notes. This kit is listed for front applications only, so confirm the vehicle’s front brake configuration and match the part number 8512-54216 to the catalog listing before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dynamic Friction catalogs this kit as a matched brake service solution under part number 8512-54216. The drilled and slotted rotor design and DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads are paired for application-specific front brake service on the listed Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator models.

Related reading

This part fits 14 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelSubmodelPositionNotes
2026FordExplorerPlatinumFrontDFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2026LincolnAviator—FrontPremium Brakes; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2025FordExplorerSTFrontBase Brakes, 345mm Front Disc; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2025LincolnAviator—FrontPremium Brakes; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2024FordExplorerST-LineFrontDFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2024LincolnAviator—FrontPremium Brakes (345mm Front Rotors); DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2023FordExplorer—FrontPlatinum; DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2023LincolnAviator—FrontPremium Brakes (345mm Front Rotors); DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2022FordExplorerXLTFrontDFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2022LincolnAviator—FrontPremium Brakes (345mm Front Rotors); DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2021FordExplorerXLTFrontDFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2021LincolnAviator—FrontPremium Brakes (345mm Front Rotors); DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2020FordExplorerXLTFrontDFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware
2020LincolnAviator—FrontPremium Brakes (345mm Front Rotors); DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware