Dynamite Friction 1600-2438-01 Disc Brake Pad Set - Front

DFC EURO 5000 Ceramic Brake Pads for Front Fitment

Dynamite Friction DFC EURO 5000 Ceramic Brake Pads and Hardware Kit, part number 1600-2438-01, is a front disc brake pad set built for select Audi and Volkswagen applications. It uses ceramic friction material with integrally molded attachment for consistent pad construction and includes mounting hardware for a complete brake service.

Compatible With 2022-2026 Audi A3 and A3 Quattro front brake applications, plus select 2023 Volkswagen Caddy and 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan front fitments, this set is sized for the listed vehicles and positions. The DFC EURO 5000 line focuses on European vehicle brake service, and 1600-2438-01 is prepared for an electronic pad wear sensor where equipped.

Key Features

• Ceramic friction material for front disc brake service
• Part number 1600-2438-01
• Includes mounting hardware
• 4-pad set for one axle
• Prepared for electronic pad wear sensor use
• Outer and inner pad height: 66.3 mm (2.61 in)
• Outer and inner pad width: 155 mm (6.102 in)
• Outer and inner pad thickness: 11.6 mm (0.457 in)

Product Details

The DFC EURO 5000 Ceramic Brake Pads and Hardware Kit is a front disc brake pad set engineered around the listed dimensions and fitments. Ceramic friction material is commonly selected for smooth, quiet street braking, while the integrally molded friction attachment supports consistent pad construction. This part number, 1600-2438-01, is listed for front use on Audi A3, Audi A3 Quattro, Volkswagen Caddy, and Volkswagen Tiguan applications shown in the fitment data.

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

Common Brake Service Issues

• Worn front brake pads
• Brake noise from depleted pad material
• Reduced stopping performance from thin pads
• Pad wear sensor service on equipped vehicles
• Brake vibration caused by uneven pad wear

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify front axle fitment before ordering.
• Confirm whether your vehicle uses the required wear sensor 341-73016 (1) on listed Audi and Volkswagen applications.
• Inspect rotors, calipers, and slide hardware during pad replacement.
• Follow the vehicle manufacturer’s bedding procedure after installation.
• Measure pad dimensions against the existing brake setup when servicing European applications.

Quality Assurance

Dynamite Friction’s DFC EURO 5000 line is built for European brake service applications and is specified here with ceramic friction material, hardware, and sensor-prepared fitment details. Part number 1600-2438-01 is cataloged for the listed Audi and Volkswagen front brake applications.