Dynamite Friction 4502-40144 Disc Brake Kit - Front

Front Brake Kit for Chrysler, Dodge, Ram and Volkswagen

The DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads kit combines coated front brake rotors and matched friction for service on select Chrysler, Dodge, Ram, and Volkswagen vehicles. Part number 4502-40144 is built for front axle applications and is listed for models such as the Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, Ram C/V, Volkswagen Routan, and Dodge Journey.

This DFC brake service kit is focused on OE-style fit, corrosion protection, and consistent pedal feel. It is a practical choice for drivers looking for a front brake rotor and pad replacement on 2009-2016 Chrysler Town & Country front, 2009-2016 Dodge Grand Caravan front, 2013-2015 Ram C/V front, 2009-2014 Volkswagen Routan front, and 2009-2013 Dodge Journey front applications.

Key Features

• Disc brake kit with front rotors and 5000 Advanced brake pads
• GEOSPEC coated rotors with a silver-gray finish for improved rust resistance
• Dry-processed, dry-shipped rotors ready for installation
• G3000/G11H18 cast iron rotor construction for OE-style durability and stability
• Non-directional rotor finish for more even pad bed-in and smoother braking
• 100% inspected rotors, including balance correction on vented rotors
• Brake pads are post-cured, scorched, and fitted with premium rubber-steel-rubber shims

Product Details

DFC GEOSPEC Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads are engineered as a complete front brake service solution. The coated rotors are machined to tight tolerances, finished for quieter operation, and inspected to confirm critical dimensions meet OE specifications. The pad set uses DFC’s 5000 Advanced friction formulation with post-curing and scorching to support stable friction behavior from the first stops, while the shim design helps reduce noise, vibration, and harshness.

Part number 4502-40144 is a strong match for shoppers searching for front brake pads and rotors for Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, Ram C/V, Volkswagen Routan, or Dodge Journey models with the listed caliper configurations.

What This Brake Kit Helps Address

• Worn front brake pads and rotors
• Brake noise from aged friction material or uneven rotor surfaces
• Rust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces
• Poor pedal feel caused by rotor wear or pad glazing
• Longer stopping distances from heavily worn front brake components

Installation Notes and Fitment

• Fits 2013-2016 Chrysler Town & Country, front; fits single piston front calipers
• Fits 2013-2016 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; fits single piston front calipers
• Fits 2013-2015 Ram C/V, front; fits single piston front calipers
• Fits 2009-2014 Volkswagen Routan, front
• Fits 2009-2013 Dodge Journey, front
• Fits 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, front; single piston front calipers; vehicle production date to 3/23/2012
• Fits 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, front; single piston front calipers; vehicle production date from 3/24/2012
• Fits 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; single piston front calipers; vehicle production date to 3/23/2012
• Fits 2012 Dodge Grand Caravan, front; single piston front calipers; vehicle production date from 3/24/2012
• Fits 2012 Ram C/V, front; single piston front calipers; vehicle production date to 3/23/2012
• Fits 2012 Ram C/V, front; single piston front calipers; vehicle production date from 3/24/2012
• Fits 2009-2011 Chrysler Town & Country, front
• Fits 2009-2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, front

Verify caliper type and vehicle production date before ordering, especially on 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram C/V applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Quality Assurance

Each rotor is manufactured to OE specifications, inspected for critical dimensions, and covered by a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. The pad set is post-cured and scorched for stable friction performance, and the rotor coating is designed to be removed naturally by the brake pads during normal use.