Dynamite Friction 8512-45029 Disc Brake Kit - Rear

Rear Brake Kit for Select GM Compact Cars

The Dynamite Friction DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit, part number 8512-45029, is a rear disc brake service kit for select Chevrolet, Buick, and GMC compact vehicles. It combines drilled and slotted rear rotors with ceramic brake pads for a direct-fit brake service on covered applications.

Key Features

• Rear disc brake kit with drilled and slotted black rotors
• Includes 5000 Advanced ceramic brake pads
• Built for rear brake service on select Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Trax, Chevrolet Cruze Limited, and Buick Encore applications
• Part number 8512-45029 for application matching
• Designed for vehicles that use rear disc brakes in the listed fitments

Product Line Details

Dynamite Friction’s DFC Brake Rotor - Drilled and Slotted - Black with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware Kit line pairs performance-style rotor machining with ceramic pad material for everyday brake service. The drilled and slotted rotor design supports consistent pad contact and helps manage heat and debris at the rotor surface, while the ceramic pads are selected for quiet, stable braking in normal street use.

Fitment

• Fits 2018 Chevrolet Cruze, rear. Notes: Mexico; Upgraded Front Pads with Spreader Spring Tabs.
• Fits 2013-2017 Buick Encore, rear.
• Fits 2013-2017 Chevrolet Trax, rear.
• Fits 2016 Chevrolet Cruze Limited, rear.
• Fits 2013-2016 Chevrolet Sonic, rear.
• Fits 2014-2015 Chevrolet Cruze, rear. Notes: 2LT; 276mm Front Rotors.
• Fits 2012-2013 Chevrolet Cruze, rear. Notes: 2LT.
• Fits 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, rear.
• Fits 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, rear. Notes: RS Appearance Package.

What This Brake Kit Helps Address

• Rear brake pad wear on covered Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Trax, and Buick Encore models
• Rotor scoring, grooves, or uneven braking feel at the rear axle
• Brake noise from worn rear pads or rotor surface irregularities
• Brake service needs on rear disc brake systems with application-specific fitment
• Routine replacement of rear brake rotors and pads on listed GM compact vehicles

Installation Notes

Confirm rear axle fitment, trim level, and notes before ordering, especially for 2011-2018 Chevrolet Cruze applications with package-specific requirements. Compare the existing rotor size and brake configuration to the listed fitment details, and inspect caliper hardware, slides, and mounting points during service. Part number 8512-45029 should be matched to the exact vehicle application shown above.

Quality Assurance

Use this kit for direct replacement on the listed rear brake applications. Verify all fitment notes before installation to ensure the correct rotor and pad configuration for your vehicle.