Parts for your 1997 Daihatsu Gran move-Pedal pads

1997 Daihatsu Gran Move pedal pads

Pedal pads are absolutely relevant and fitted to the 1997 Daihatsu Gran Move (also sold as the Pyzar). This is supported by Daihatsu’s Electronic Parts Catalogue for model codes M100/M110, which lists dedicated “pad, brake pedal” and “pad, clutch pedal” items, and by factory service literature that references inspection of pedal rubber during routine maintenance. Owner’s handbook guidance for this model also notes checking pedal rubber for wear and security as part of regular safety checks.

On a 1997 Gran Move, the rubber pedal pads serve a simple but critical job: they give the driver a grippy, cushioned surface for confident control in the wet or dry. The brake and clutch pedals use slip-on rubber pads, the accelerator is typically a textured plastic or metal face (depending on spec), so it may not use a separate rubber cover. Fresh pads help maintain consistent pedal feel, protect the metal pedal plate from wear, and reduce the risk of a foot slipping under heavy braking — something that will raise flags at a WOF or roadworthy check.

As part of servicing, it’s smart to inspect the pedal pads every 10,000–15,000 km, or at least annually. Look for:

• Smooth, shiny or “glazed” surfaces that have lost their texture
• Cracks, splits, or missing chunks at the edges
• Pads that have gone hard, or feel loose on the pedal plate

Replacement is quick and tidy: lever off the old rubber, clean the metal pedal plate with a mild degreaser, warm the new pad in hot water to make it more pliable, then hook the top lip over the pedal and work the remaining edges on until fully seated. If it’s a manual Gran Move, do both brake and clutch so the grip and feel match. Stick with genuine or quality aftermarket pads shaped specifically for the Gran Move/Pyzar — universal metal dress-up covers can reduce grip or foul adjacent trim if they’re not secured perfectly.

There’s no strict interval to replace pads, it all depends on footwear, weather, and use. City cars that cop a lot of stop–start work will chew through them sooner. If the texture’s gone or your foot ever slips, don’t muck about — swap them out. It’s inexpensive, takes minutes, and keeps the cabin compliant and safe.

Popular questions about 1997 Daihatsu Gran Move pedal pads

Are pedal pads different between manual and automatic Gran Move models?
Yes. Manual cars have separate rubber pads for both the brake and clutch pedals. Automatics only use a brake pedal pad, and the accelerator is typically a textured fixed face rather than a slip-on rubber. Always match pads to your transmission type and model code.

What are the signs it’s time to replace the pedal pads?
If the rubber is smooth, shiny, cracked, hard, or starting to come loose, it’s due. Any hint of foot slip — especially when wet — is a clear cue to change them. Many WOF/roadworthy inspectors will ping worn pedal rubbers, so it’s worth checking before inspection time.

Can the pads be replaced at home without special tools?
Absolutely. A plastic trim tool or flat screwdriver (used carefully), some mild cleaner, and a bucket of hot water to soften the new rubber is usually all that’s needed. It’s a five–ten minute job per pedal for most home tinkerers.