Parts for your 1987 Suzuki Jimny-Pedal pads

1987 Suzuki Jimny Pedal Pads

Technical sources indicate pedal pads are indeed used on the 1987 Suzuki Jimny. The Suzuki SJ413/Samurai service and workshop literature for the mid‑1980s models specifies rubber covers on the brake and clutch pedals, and a treaded face for the accelerator. Suzuki Electronic Parts Catalogues for SJ/Sierra models list replaceable pedal pad rubbers in the Pedals group (commonly referenced under part code family 49751‑***** for brake/clutch). These factory references confirm the vehicle was built to use pedal pads for safe, grippy control surfaces.

On a 1987 Jimny, pedal pads do a simple job that matters heaps: they provide consistent grip underfoot so braking and gear changes stay predictable, whether it’s wet, muddy, or the cab’s full of sand after a beach run. The brake and clutch pedals wear rubber pads that slip over the steel pedal plates, while the accelerator has a textured tread that resists boot slip without feeling grabby.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart for owners to check pedal pads at the same time as wipers and lights. Look for hardening, cracks, polished smooth spots, edges peeling away, or pads that feel slippery when damp. In older rigs like a ’87 Jimny—especially ones driven off‑road—grit can turn pedal pads into sandpaper, chewing them out faster than a city car.

Replacement is cheap and straightforward. Clean the metal pedal face with a mild detergent and a nylon brush, avoiding solvents that can attack rubber. Warming a new pad in hot (not boiling) water makes it more pliable, start the lip over the bottom of the pedal and roll it on until the locating shoulders seat all the way around. If the accelerator uses screws for its tread piece, check they’re snug and use a dab of medium‑strength thread locker if specified by the manual.

• When to replace: pad surface gone smooth, visible splits, reduced thickness, or if the pad can twist by hand.
• Care tips: wash with mild soap, avoid petroleum cleaners, keep floor mats from riding up behind the pedals, and inspect every service (about 10,000 km) or after heavy mud work.

Sticking with quality OEM‑spec rubbers keeps the pedal feel consistent. It’s a small job that pays off big in control and safety, and it helps the classic little Jimny stay roadworthy for WOF/rego checks across Australia and New Zealand.

Popular questions about 1987 Suzuki Jimny pedal pads

How can an owner tell the pedal pads on a 1987 Jimny need replacing?
They’ll often feel slippery in wet boots, look shiny or polished flat, or show cracks around the edges. If the rubber can be rotated by hand on the pedal plate, or there’s exposed metal peeking through, it’s time to swap them. Anyone doing regular off‑road work should inspect them after muddy trips, as grit accelerates wear.

Are brake and clutch pedal pads interchangeable between Jimny, Sierra, and Samurai models?
Across the SJ/Sierra/Samurai family of the era, the brake and clutch pedal rubbers are commonly shared. The exact part number can vary by market, but the fit and profile are typically the same. Checking the Suzuki EPC for the chassis code (e.g., SJ413/JA71) will confirm the correct pad.

Do pedal pads require special tools to replace on a ’87 Jimny?
Not usually. For the brake and clutch pads, it’s a slip‑on job—cleaning brush, mild detergent, and warm water help. If the accelerator has a screwed tread, a small screwdriver may be needed. No torque specs apply to the rubber pads themselves, just ensure the pad lip is fully seated around the pedal plate.