Front Brake Kit for Mazda 3 and Mazda 3 Sport

Dynamite Friction DFC GEOSPEC Coated Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads - Ceramic and Hardware, part number 4512-80083, is a front disc brake kit for select 2014-2018 Mazda 3 and Mazda 3 Sport models built in Mexico. It combines coated rotors, ceramic brake pads, and brake hardware in one service kit for a complete front brake refresh.

For Mazda 3 front brake replacement and Mazda 3 Sport front brake service, this kit is built around OE-style fitment and friction characteristics. The DFC 5000 Advanced pad formulation uses post-cured and scorched pads with rubber-steel-rubber shims for stable braking response and reduced noise, while the GeoSpec rotors are dry, ready to install, and machined for even pad bedding.

Key Features

• Part number 4512-80083
• Front disc brake kit with rotors, pads, and hardware
• Compatible with 2014-2016 Mazda 3, front, Mexico built
• Compatible with 2014-2016 Mazda 3 Sport, front, Mexico built
• Compatible with 2017-2018 Mazda 3, front, Mexico built, excluding electric parking brake
• Compatible with 2017-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, front, Mexico built, excluding electric parking brake
• DFC GEOSPEC coated rotors with corrosion-resistant silver-gray finish
• DFC 5000 Advanced ceramic pads with NVH-focused shims

Product Details

The DFC GEOSPEC rotor design uses G3000/G11H18 cast iron and a non-directional finish to support smoother pad bedding and quieter stops. The coating is applied to help resist rust and is removed naturally by the brake pads during normal use. The included hardware is engineered with PTFE coating, vulcanized rubber, and stainless steel for OE-style form and function.

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

Common Brake Issues This Kit Can Address

• Front brake pulsation from worn or uneven rotors
• Brake noise caused by fatigued pads or hardware
• Reduced stopping performance from worn friction material
• Corrosion on exposed rotor surfaces
• Uneven pad wear from aged brake hardware

Installation Notes

Verify Mexico-built vehicle configuration before ordering. For 2017-2018 Mazda 3 and Mazda 3 Sport applications, this kit excludes vehicles with an electric parking brake. Clean the hub surface before installation, inspect calipers and slide pins, and follow proper bedding procedures after installation for consistent brake performance.

Quality Assurance

Each DFC GeoSpec rotor is 100% inspected for critical dimensions and balance, and the rotors are shipped dry and ready to install. DFC 5000 Advanced pads are post-cured and scorched to promote stable friction performance from the first stop. Rotors include a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship.