Dynamite Friction 8502-80042 Disc Brake Kit - Front

Front Brake Kit for Mazda 3

The Dynamite Friction DFC Rotors-Drilled and Slotted-Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads disc brake kit is built for front brake service on select Mazda 3 and Mazda 3 Sport models. Part number 8502-80042 combines drilled and slotted black rotors with DFC 5000 Advanced brake pads for a complete front brake refresh.

Key Features

• Disc brake kit for front axle service
• Drilled and slotted black rotors
• DFC 5000 Advanced brake pads included
• Compatible with Mexico-built Mazda 3 applications listed below
• Part number 8502-80042 for easy identification

Fitment Details

• Fits 2017-2018 Mazda 3, front, Mexico built excluding Electric Parking Brake.
• Fits 2017-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, front, Mexico built excluding Electric Parking Brake.
• Fits 2014-2016 Mazda 3, front, Mexico built.
• Fits 2014-2016 Mazda 3 Sport, front, Mexico built.

Product Overview

This front disc brake kit is a direct service solution for Mazda 3 brake maintenance when you need rotors and pads together in one package. The drilled and slotted rotor design supports consistent pad contact and helps manage heat during repeated stops, while the 5000 Advanced brake pads provide the friction material matched to the kit. Use part number 8502-80042 when searching for the correct front brake kit for a Mazda 3 or Mazda 3 Sport with the listed Mexico-built fitments.

Common Brake Issues This Kit Addresses

• Worn front rotors and pads
• Brake pulsation from rotor wear
• Reduced stopping performance from aged friction material
• Uneven brake feel during everyday driving
• Noise caused by heavily worn service components

Installation Notes

Confirm vehicle build location and brake configuration before ordering, especially for 2017-2018 Mazda 3 applications that exclude Electric Parking Brake models. Inspect calipers, slides, and brake fluid condition during service, and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque and bedding procedures after installation. Part number 8502-80042 is intended for front axle replacement only.

Quality Assurance

Dynamite Friction supplies this brake kit as a matched rotor-and-pad service package for the listed Mazda applications. Verify fitment against the vehicle’s year, model, build origin, and parking brake configuration before installation.