Parts for your 2000 Subaru Forester-Pedal pads

2000 Subaru Forester Pedal Pads

Technical references confirm pedal pads are fitted and relevant to the 2000 Subaru Forester. The Subaru Factory Service Manual for MY2000 Forester (Brake and Clutch sections) details inspection of the brake and clutch pedal pads, and Subaru’s FAST electronic parts catalogue lists dedicated rubber pads for the SF-series brake (and clutch on manual models). Roadworthiness standards such as the NZTA Vehicle Inspection Requirements Manual (VIRM) and Australian state roadworthy guides also require pedals to have secure, non‑slip surfaces—exactly what these rubber pads provide.

On a 2000 Forester, the pedal pads are the grippy rubber covers on the brake pedal (all transmissions) and the clutch pedal (manuals). Their job is simple but crucial: deliver reliable traction underfoot, buffer vibration, and keep the steel pedal face from chewing through footwear. In the wet, on gravel or with sandy beach trips, that high-friction surface can be the difference between confident braking and a slippery moment.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to check pedal pads at each service or roughly every 10,000 km. Tell-tales that a pad is past its best include hardening, shiny glazing, cracks, missing ribs, or any hint of the metal pedal peeking through. If feet slip when damp shoes meet the pedal, it’s time.

Replacement is quick, inexpensive, and well within DIY reach, though any workshop can sort it during a service.

• Confirm transmission type (auto = brake pad, manual = brake + clutch pads) and source quality OEM-spec rubber.
• Peel the old pad off, clean the pedal face, and check for rust or sharp edges.
• Warm the new pad slightly, hook the bottom edge on first, then roll it over the pedal so the lip seats fully all around.
• Press-test around the perimeter and do a careful pedal feel check before driving.

Cleaning is just mild soapy water—skip silicone dressings or greasy protectants that turn pads into ice rinks. Avoid flashy alloy “racing” covers unless they’re properly ADR-compliant and genuinely non-slip.

Worth noting: some Forester accelerators are a moulded pedal, not a separate rubber pad, so “pedal pads” here specifically refer to the removable brake (and clutch) rubbers. Also, don’t confuse the pedal pad with the tiny brake-light switch stopper grommet—different part, different job.

Between factory documentation and AU/NZ roadworthiness rules, keeping the Forester’s pedal pads fresh isn’t just neat—it’s a safety and compliance must-do.

Popular questions about 2000 Subaru Forester pedal pads

Do all 2000 Foresters have removable pedal pads?
Yes for the brake pedal, and for the clutch on manual models. The accelerator is typically a moulded pedal without a separate slip-on pad, so replacement “pads” generally apply to brake and clutch only.

How often should the pedal pads be replaced?
There’s no fixed interval—replace on condition. Inspect at every service. In Aussie and Kiwi conditions (rain, mud, beach sand), pads can harden or wear faster. If they’re smooth, cracked, or your foot slips when wet, fit new ones right away.

Will worn pedal pads fail a WOF or roadworthy?
They can. NZTA’s VIRM and Australian roadworthy guidelines require a secure, non-slip pedal surface. Excessively worn or missing pedal rubbers are a common reason for a fail, so fresh pads keep the Forester compliant and safe.