Dynamite Friction 6502-74161 Disc Brake Kit - Rear

Rear Brake Kit for Volkswagen Jetta and Passat

Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads is a rear disc brake kit built for select Volkswagen applications. It combines matched rotors and pads in one package for a straightforward service replacement on the rear axle.

Fits 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, rear; Fits 1997 Volkswagen Jetta, rear; Fits 1994-1997 Volkswagen Passat, rear. Part number 6502-74161 is listed for these rear brake service applications.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake kit with rotors and 5000 Advanced Brake Pads
• Packaged as a complete brake service kit for the rear axle
• Application-specific fitment for Volkswagen Jetta and Volkswagen Passat
• Supports rear brake rotor and pad replacement in one order
• Part number 6502-74161 for catalog and fitment lookup

Product Details

DFC Complete Brake Kits are organized to simplify brake service by pairing the correct rotors and pads in a single kit. This DFC Brake Rotor with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads package is configured for rear brake service on the 1994-1997 Volkswagen Passat and the 1997-1998 Volkswagen Jetta, including the 1998 Jetta rear application with production-date and chassis-number limits noted in the fitment data. The part number 6502-74161 helps confirm the correct rear disc brake kit when matching vehicle records.

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

What It Helps Fix

• Rear brake pulsation from worn rotors
• Reduced stopping performance from depleted rear pads
• Brake noise caused by uneven rotor wear
• Service delays when rotors and pads are sourced separately
• Fitment errors during rear brake maintenance on Volkswagen Jetta and Passat models

Installation Notes

Verify rear axle fitment before ordering, especially for the 1998 Volkswagen Jetta, which lists production date to 9/98 and chassis number to 9M-Y-012-499. Confirm the vehicle year, model, and rear position against the fitment record before installation. Follow factory brake service procedures, inspect related brake components during replacement, and bed in the pads according to the brake pad manufacturer’s instructions.

Quality Assurance

DFC Complete Brake Kits are built as matched rotor-and-pad service packages to support correct component selection for the listed Volkswagen applications. The kit format reflects the brand’s focus on supplying the needed brake parts together for a rear brake service job.