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Dynamite Friction 1551-0736-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic, Front
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DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic, Front
Fitment: Audi and Volkswagen, A4, A4 Quattro, and Passat
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DFC 5000 Brake Pads for Audi A4 and Passat

Dynamite Friction DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic are an OE-specific front disc brake pad set for select Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat applications. Part number 1551-0736-00 is built for direct replacement use on the listed front brake setups.

Key Features

  • Low metallic friction formulation for front disc brake service
  • OE-specific replacement pad profile for listed applications
  • Fits front brake positions only
  • Application-specific coverage for 1996-1999 Audi A4, 1996-1998 Audi A4 Quattro, and 1998-1999 Volkswagen Passat
  • Required hardware is noted in fitment details for each application

Product Details

The DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic line is positioned as a direct-fit brake pad solution for vehicles that need an OE-style front pad replacement. This part number, 1551-0736-00, covers select Audi A4 and Audi A4 Quattro models from 1996 through 1999, plus select Volkswagen Passat front applications from 1998 through 1999. For buyers searching for front brake pads for Audi A4, front disc brake pads for Volkswagen Passat, or an OE-specific replacement pad for these chassis, this listing matches the confirmed fitment data.

What It Helps Address

  • Front brake pad wear
  • Squealing or noisy pad operation from worn friction material
  • Reduced stopping performance from depleted pads
  • Uneven braking feel caused by aged front pads
  • OE replacement needs for listed Audi and Volkswagen front brake systems

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle production date, chassis number, and front brake hardware requirements before ordering. Fitment varies by model year and build range, especially on the 1998-1999 Volkswagen Passat and 1997-1999 Audi A4 applications. Confirm the existing front brake setup matches the listed notes for part number 1551-0736-00.

Quality Assurance

Dynamite Friction identifies this as an OE-specific replacement pad in the DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic line. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

  • Fits 1996 Audi A4, front
  • Fits 1997 Audi A4, front
  • Fits 1998 Audi A4, front
  • Fits 1999 Audi A4, front
  • Fits 1996-1998 Audi A4 Quattro, front
  • Fits 1998 Volkswagen Passat, front
  • Fits 1999 Volkswagen Passat, front

This part fits 12 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1999AudiA4FrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; to 1/1999; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1999VolkswagenPassatFrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Vehicle Production Date To 5/99; From Chassis Number 3B-X-276 582, To Chassis Number 3BX-491-580; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1998AudiA4FrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1998AudiA4 QuattroFrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1998VolkswagenPassatFrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Vehicle Production Date To 7/98; To Chassis Number 3BX-124-107; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1998VolkswagenPassatFrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Vehicle Production Date From 7/98 - 12/98; From Chassis Number 3B-X-124-108, To Chassis Number 3BX-276-581; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1998VolkswagenPassatFrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Vehicle Production Date from 12/98; From Chassis Number 3B-X-276 582, To Chassis Number 3BX-491-580; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1997AudiA4FrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Vehicle Production Date To February; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1997AudiA4FrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Vehicle Production Date From February; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1997AudiA4 QuattroFrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1996AudiA4FrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic
1996AudiA4 QuattroFrontOEM Specific Replacement Pad; Required Hardware: 340-54075; DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.