Brake Kit for Subaru Forester, Legacy, and Outback

The DFC Geospec Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads kit, part number 4514-13000, combines coated rotors, advanced friction pads, and brake hardware for a complete front and rear brake service. It is built for 2020-2024 Subaru Legacy, 2020-2024 Subaru Outback, and 2025-2026 Subaru Forester applications.

Key Features

• Complete disc brake kit with rotors, pads, and hardware
• DFC 5000 Advanced pads are post-cured for stable friction performance
• Pads are scorched to reduce initial break-in time and improve first-stop response
• Premium rubber-steel-rubber shims help reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
• GeoSpec coated rotors feature a silver-gray finish that resists rust better than conventional paint or zinc coatings
• Rotors are shipped dry and ready to install
• Non-directional rotor finish supports even pad bed-in and smoother braking
• Vented rotors are balance-inspected and corrected when needed

Product Details

DFC Geospec Rotors with 5000 Advanced Brake Pads includes Hardware, part number 4514-13000, is engineered as a service kit for Subaru brake maintenance. The rotor castings are made to G3000/G11H18 cast iron specifications and machined to tight tolerances for OE-style durability and stability. The coated rotor surface helps protect against corrosion during storage and after installation, while the dry-packaged design eliminates the need to clean off oil before assembly. The pad formulation is developed for specific axle applications, and the hardware kit uses PTFE coating, vulcanized rubber, and stainless steel for consistent caliper movement and corrosion resistance. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Common Brake Service Issues

• Brake noise from worn hardware or fatigued pad shims
• Uneven pad wear caused by corroded or weakened hardware
• Rotor rust and surface corrosion after long service intervals
• Brake pulsation from rotors that no longer meet tolerance
• Longer stopping distances from worn pads and reduced friction performance

Installation Notes

Fits 2025-2026 Subaru Forester, front and rear. Fits 2020-2024 Subaru Legacy, front and rear. Fits 2020-2024 Subaru Outback, front and rear. Verify rotor size, caliper condition, and brake system wear before installation. Clean the hub mounting surface, torque fasteners to factory specification, and follow a proper pad bed-in procedure after installation. The dry-coated rotors are ready to install without additional preparation.

Quality Assurance

DFC GeoSpec rotors are 100% inspected after machining, including critical dimension checks and balance verification on vented rotors. The rotors carry a 12-month warranty against defects in material and workmanship. DFC 5000 Advanced pads are post-cured and scorched for consistent friction behavior, and the hardware kit is built to OE-style form, fit, and function.