Dynamite Friction 1552-2398-00 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

DFC 5000 Front Brake Pads for Sonata and K5

Dynamite Friction DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic, part number 1552-2398-00, are a front disc brake pad set for select Hyundai Sonata and Kia K5 applications. This low-metallic formulation is built for OE-style replacement needs where consistent pedal feel, controlled friction, and predictable stopping performance matter.

Compatible With 2021-2026 Hyundai Sonata and 2023-2026 Kia K5 front brake applications, including N-Line and OE-specific replacement setups where listed. The pad set is prepared for a mechanical pad wear sensor and uses integrally molded friction material attachment for stable pad construction.

Key Features

• Low-metallic friction material for balanced braking characteristics
• Front disc brake pad set with 4 pads included
• Prepared for mechanical pad wear sensor use
• Integrally molded friction material attachment
• Outer pad height: 64.4 mm (2.535 in)
• Inner pad height: 64.5 mm (2.539 in)
• Outer and inner pad width: 145.6 mm / 145.5 mm
• Outer and inner pad thickness: 10.8 mm (0.425 in)
• Part number 1552-2398-00 for catalog matching

Product Details

The DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic line is positioned as an OE-equivalent replacement solution for everyday street use. For Hyundai Sonata and Kia K5 front brake service, this pad set provides the dimensions and sensor-prep features needed for direct replacement on the listed vehicles. The low-metallic compound is selected for a conventional brake feel and dependable friction response in normal driving conditions. Part number 1552-2398-00 is the reference to use when matching this front pad set to the correct application.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Front brake pad wear on listed Hyundai Sonata and Kia K5 models
• Squealing or noise caused by worn friction material
• Reduced braking response from thin or glazed pads
• Brake warning concerns on vehicles using a mechanical wear sensor setup
• Uneven pad thickness during front brake service

Installation Notes

• Fits 2026 Hyundai Sonata, front; required hardware: 340-03057
• Fits 2023-2026 Kia K5, front
• Fits 2023-2025 Hyundai Sonata, front, N-Line
• Fits 2021-2022 Hyundai Sonata, front, OEM specific replacement pad; N-Line; required hardware: 340-03057
• Fits 2021-2022 Kia K5, front, OEM specific replacement pad; required hardware: 340-03057

Verify rotor condition, caliper operation, and sensor compatibility before installation. Hardware is not included unless specifically listed for the vehicle application, so confirm whether required hardware 340-03057 is needed for your exact setup.

Quality Assurance

Use this brake pad set as a direct-match replacement for the listed front applications and confirm all dimensions, sensor preparation, and hardware requirements before service. Part number 1552-2398-00 helps ensure the correct DFC 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Low Metallic selection for the specified Hyundai Sonata and Kia K5 fitments.