Parts for your 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer-Pedal pads

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer pedal pads: what they do and when to replace them

Pedal pads are absolutely relevant on the 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer. Factory documentation, including the Mitsubishi Lancer CG/CH Workshop Manual (2000–2007) and the Mitsubishi ASA Electronic Parts Catalogue, shows the Lancer is fitted with a rubber pad on the brake pedal, plus a clutch pedal pad on manual models. The accelerator is a moulded tread and typically doesn’t use a removable rubber pad.

On this Lancer, pedal pads provide the grippy, non-slip surface your foot contacts, especially important in the wet. They’re designed to keep pedal feel consistent and help meet roadworthy/WOF expectations for safe, non-slip controls. Over time, the rubber hardens, smooths out, or cracks, which can reduce grip and feel a bit sketchy underfoot.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to inspect the pads and replace them if they’re past it. A quick check every 10,000 km or six months (or whenever the car’s in for a service) keeps things tidy and safe.

• Replace if the surface is shiny or slippery, the rubber is cracked or chunked, edges are rolled, or the pad feels loose on the metal plate.
• Manual Lancer: inspect both brake and clutch pads. Auto Lancer: inspect the brake pad.
• If you’ve failed or nearly failed a roadworthy/WOF for pedal condition, fit new pads straight away.

Swapping them is a quick DIY job with no special tools:

1. Peel off the old pad by lifting a corner and working it off the pedal plate.
2. Clean the metal plate with mild detergent and dry it well.
3. Warm the new pad slightly (sunlight or warm water) so it’s more pliable.
4. Hook the top lip of the pad over the pedal plate, then roll the rest on until it seats evenly all around. Don’t use lubricants on the tread face.

Sticking with OEM-style rubber pads keeps the pedal height and feel correct. Avoid bulky alloy clip-ons that can foul the pedal or compromise grip. After fitting, jump in and test pedal feel with dry and damp soles to make sure there’s heaps of traction and the pad is fully seated.

For the 2002 Lancer, fresh pedal pads are a small, low-cost fix that delivers a big safety win and a cleaner roadworthy/WOF result.

Popular questions about 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer pedal pads

Do all 2002 Lancers have more than one pedal pad?
Automatic models have a rubber pad on the brake pedal only. Manual models have two: brake and clutch. The accelerator uses a moulded tread and usually doesn’t take a separate rubber pad.

How often should pedal pads be replaced?
There’s no strict interval, but checking them at each service is sensible. Replace when they’re smooth, hard, cracked, or loose. Worn pads can attract a WOF/RWC fail and feel slippery in wet shoes.

Can universal pedal covers be used?
It’s best to use OEM-style rubber pads that fit the pedal plate properly. Bulky clip-on covers can interfere with travel or reduce grip. If you do go aftermarket, make sure the fit is secure and the surface is genuinely non-slip.