{"product_id":"dynamite-friction-4512-99161-disc-brake-kit-front","title":"Dynamite Friction 4512-99161 Disc Brake Kit - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFront Brake Kit for Explorer and Mountaineer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware, part number 4512-99161, is a front disc brake kit built for 2002-2005 Ford Explorer and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer applications. It combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and matching brake hardware in one service kit for a complete front brake refresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor drivers searching for 2002-2005 Ford Explorer front brake kit or 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer front disc brake kit, this package is built around OE-style fitment and corrosion protection. The 4512-99161 kit is also a practical choice when replacing worn front rotors and pads on these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 4512-99161 front disc brake kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDFC 5000 Advanced ceramic brake pads with post-cured friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScorched pad surface to reduce initial break-in time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium rubber-steel-rubber shims for improved NVH control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGEOSPEC coated rotors with silver-gray corrosion-resistant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-processed, ready-to-install rotors with non-directional finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardware kit included for the front brake service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Line Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDFC Complete Brake Kits are packaged to simplify front or rear brake service by combining rotors, pads, and hardware in one application-specific set. The GEOSPEC rotor line uses a coated finish to help resist rust, while the 5000 Advanced pad line focuses on stable friction performance, quieter operation, and consistent stopping response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware kit is engineered for front axle service on the Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer. The rotors are cast to OEM-style G3000\/G11H18 specifications, machined to tight tolerances, and finished with a non-directional surface to support even pad bedding and smoother braking. The coated rotor surface is designed to fight corrosion and arrives dry, so there is no oil coating to clean before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe included DFC 5000 Advanced ceramic pads are post-cured and scorched to help deliver stable friction from the first stop. DFC also uses rubber-steel-rubber shims to reduce noise, vibration, and harshness. This makes the 4512-99161 a solid front brake service option for daily-driven Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models from 2002 through 2005.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront brake pulsation from worn or uneven rotors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake noise caused by aged pads or fatigued hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRust buildup on exposed rotor surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced stopping performance from worn friction material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven pad wear related to stressed disc brake hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm front axle fitment before ordering. This kit is listed for 2002-2005 Ford Explorer and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer front applications only. Clean the hub mounting surface before installing the new rotors, and follow proper bedding procedures after installation to help the pads and rotors seat evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDFC states that each rotor is inspected for critical dimensions and balance, with vented rotors electronically mill-balanced when needed. The rotors carry a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dynamite Friction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52472533778613,"sku":"HBHR-4512-99161","price":183.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/DF_451299161_Fro.jpg?v=1777960640","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dynamite-friction-4512-99161-disc-brake-kit-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}