What’s Included?
This complete front and rear brake package provides everything necessary for a full brake service.
Package Contents
- 2 Front OE Replacement Rotors
- 2 Rear OE Replacement Rotors
- Front Z17 Ceramic Brake Pads
- Rear Z17 Ceramic Brake Pads
- Stainless-Steel Installation Hardware
- Rubberized Noise-Reducing Shims
PowerStop packages all major wear components together, eliminating the need to source individual parts separately.
Z17 Ceramic Brake Pads
The Z17 Evolution ceramic brake pads are designed specifically for everyday driving.
Key Benefits
- Low brake dust production
- Quiet braking performance
- Fast break-in characteristics
- Consistent stopping power
- Long service life
The pads are thermal scorched, chamfered, and slotted to improve bedding performance while helping reduce brake noise.
Cleaner Wheels
One of the biggest complaints SUV owners have is excessive brake dust coating expensive wheels.
PowerStop’s ceramic formula helps keep wheels noticeably cleaner than many factory brake compounds.
OE Replacement Rotors
The included rotors are engineered to restore factory braking feel and performance.
Rotor Features
- Precision machined surfaces
- Mill-balanced construction
- OE-style replacement design
- Smooth pedal feel
- Reduced vibration potential
Unlike aggressive drilled and slotted rotors, these rotors focus on comfort, reliability, and long-term durability.
Ideal for Daily Drivers
The KOE6497 kit is built around daily driving needs.
Perfect For
- Family transportation
- Highway commuting
- School drop-offs
- Weekend road trips
- Urban driving
- Light SUV towing
Drivers looking for OEM-like comfort with improved dust and noise characteristics will appreciate the Z17 platform.
Installation
PowerStop designed the KOE6497 as a direct bolt-on replacement.
Installation Benefits
- No modifications required
- Factory-style fitment
- Hardware included
- DIY-friendly installation
Most experienced home mechanics can install the kit using standard brake service tools.
Stopping Performance
While this isn’t a performance-oriented Z23 or Z36 kit, it still delivers improvements over many worn factory brake systems.
Drivers can expect:
- Smoother braking
- Quieter operation
- Improved pedal feel
- Reduced brake dust
- Consistent daily performance
For most Pathfinder, Murano, and QX60 owners, that’s exactly what matters.
Warranty Coverage
PowerStop backs the KOE6497 with:
Performance Protection Warranty
- 60-Day Risk-Free Period
- 24-Month / 24,000-Mile Limited Warranty
This provides added confidence for drivers investing in a complete brake refresh.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Complete front and rear brake package
- Low-dust ceramic brake pads
- Quiet braking performance
- OE-style fit and feel
- Installation hardware included
- Excellent value
- Trusted PowerStop reputation
- Direct bolt-on installation
Cons
- Rotors are not coated for corrosion resistance
- Not intended for towing-heavy applications
- Not designed for aggressive performance driving
Final Verdict
The PowerStop KOE6497 is an excellent brake replacement kit for Nissan Murano, Nissan Pathfinder, Infiniti JX35, and Infiniti QX60 owners looking to restore factory braking performance.
With low-dust ceramic pads, quality OE-style rotors, included hardware, and a straightforward installation process, this kit delivers everything most SUV owners need for reliable daily driving. If your goal is quiet operation, dependable stopping power, and long-term value, the KOE6497 checks all the right boxes.
For family SUVs that spend more time on highways than race tracks, that’s exactly the kind of upgrade that makes sense.






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