DFC Parking Brake Drum Hardware Kit

1998–2023 Chrysler 300

Part #: 370-54047

Overview

The DFC Parking Brake Drum Hardware Kit is a precision-engineered replacement solution designed specifically for Chrysler 300 models spanning from 1998 through 2023. This comprehensive kit includes all the essential hardware components needed to maintain or restore the parking brake system’s optimal function. Ideal for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts, the kit ensures reliable parking brake engagement and release, contributing to overall vehicle safety and performance.

Constructed with premium materials, the hardware kit prevents premature wear of brake components, extending the life of your parking brake system. By addressing common issues such as noise, vibration, and drag, this kit helps maintain smooth operation and enhances driving comfort. Whether you are performing routine maintenance or a full brake drum service, the DFC kit offers a durable, high-quality solution tailored to your Chrysler 300.

Key Features

Designed to deliver long-lasting performance and ease of installation, the DFC Parking Brake Drum Hardware Kit offers the following benefits:

• Manufactured using premium materials for enhanced durability and consistent performance
• Prevents premature wear, extending the lifespan of brake shoes and related components
• Minimizes drag within the brake system to improve fuel efficiency by reducing unnecessary resistance
• Sold as a complete axle kit, providing all necessary hardware for both wheels on one axle
• Reduces noise and vibration during parking brake operation for a quieter, smoother experience
• Engineered specifically for Chrysler 300 models from 1998 to 2023, ensuring precise fitment
• Helps maintain reliable parking brake performance under various driving conditions
• Complies with Prop 65 safety and environmental standards

Construction & Design

The DFC hardware kit is crafted from high-grade metals and corrosion-resistant coatings to withstand the harsh conditions brake components endure. Each piece is engineered to exact OEM specifications, ensuring proper fit and function within the parking brake drum assembly. The robust construction resists deformation and wear, maintaining consistent brake shoe alignment and tension over time. This attention to material quality and design integrity guarantees dependable operation and longevity.

Performance & Sound

By replacing worn or damaged hardware with this kit, you can expect a noticeable reduction in brake noise and vibration. The kit’s components are designed to maintain optimal brake shoe positioning, preventing uneven contact and drag that can cause unwanted sounds and reduce fuel economy. Improved hardware function also supports smooth parking brake engagement and release, enhancing overall vehicle control and driver confidence.

Installation & Fitment

The DFC Parking Brake Drum Hardware Kit is sold as a complete axle kit, which means it includes all necessary hardware for both sides of one axle. This comprehensive packaging simplifies the installation process, eliminating the need to source individual parts separately. Installation requires standard brake drum service tools and mechanical knowledge, making it suitable for professional shops and experienced DIYers alike. No modifications are necessary, as the kit is designed to fit Chrysler 300 models from 1998 through 2023 precisely.

What's Included

• Brake shoe hold-down springs
• Adjuster lever springs
• Parking brake lever hardware
• Retaining clips and pins
• Adjuster mechanism components
• All other necessary hardware for complete axle installation

Ideal For

This hardware kit is ideal for Chrysler 300 owners seeking to maintain or restore their parking brake system’s reliability and performance. It is well-suited for routine brake drum maintenance, brake shoe replacement, or full parking brake system overhauls. Mechanics and DIY enthusiasts looking for a durable, OEM-quality hardware solution will find this kit an excellent choice to ensure safe and smooth parking brake operation.

DFC is the leading manufacturer of award winning automotive braking systems. DFC maintains a massive inventory of brake parts for all domestic and foreign vehicle applications from 1930-present. Other products in its product line includes brake rotors, brake pads, drums, brake shoes, hardware kits, and brake sensors.