Dynamite Friction 4512-99157 Disc Brake Kit - Front

Front Brake Kit for Escape, Mariner, and Tribute

The Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware kit is a front disc brake service kit built for OE-style fitment and consistent stopping performance. It combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and matched brake hardware for 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, 2005-2006 Mazda Tribute, and 2006-2007 Ford Escape front applications.

Key Features

• Part number 4512-99157 front disc brake kit
• Compatible with 2006-2007 Ford Escape, front
• Compatible with 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, front
• Compatible with 2005-2006 Mazda Tribute, front
• GeoSpec coated rotors with a silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish
• Dry-to-install rotor surface reduces prep time during brake service
• 5000 Advanced ceramic pads are post-cured and scorched for stable friction
• Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
• Hardware uses PTFE coating, vulcanized rubber, and stainless steel construction

Product Details

DFC designed this brake kit around OE specifications for durability, reliability, and stable pedal response. The rotors use G3000/G11H18 cast iron and a non-directional finish to support even pad bed-in and smoother braking. The pads are formulated for modern vehicle braking demands and are processed to reduce initial break-in time while maintaining consistent friction. The hardware kit is engineered to restore proper spring tension and caliper movement where worn or corroded brake hardware has affected performance.

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

Common Brake Issues This Kit Addresses

• Brake noise from worn pads or fatigued hardware
• Uneven pad wear caused by corroded or weak hardware
• Longer stopping distances from worn rotors and pads
• Brake vibration or pulsation during light to moderate braking
• Reduced braking consistency after rotor or pad wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front axle fitment before ordering. For 2006-2007 Ford Escape front brake service, 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner front brake replacement, and 2005-2006 Mazda Tribute front brake repair, confirm rotor size and brake package details against the vehicle’s existing components. Clean the hub surface before rotor installation and follow proper pad bedding procedures after installation.

Quality Assurance

Each rotor is inspected for critical dimensions and balance, and all vented rotors are checked for balance correction when needed. DFC states that every rotor is covered by a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship.