Parts for your 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero-Pedal pads

2004 Mitsubishi Pajero pedal-pads — what they do and when to replace them

Technical sources confirm pedal-pads are fitted to the 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero (NM/NP series). The Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue for NM/NP (2000–2006) lists separate rubber pads for the brake pedal on automatic models, and both brake and clutch pedal pads on manual models. The factory workshop manual’s pedal assembly diagrams (Brakes Group and Clutch Group) also depict removable rubber pads. Most AU/NZ parts catalogues stock these pads for this generation Pajero. The accelerator pedal typically uses an integrated plastic tread rather than a separate rubber pad.

On a 2004 Pajero, pedal-pads are simple but important safety items. They provide a grippy, non-slip surface for the driver’s footwear, especially when hopping in with wet boots after a soggy bush track or a beach launch. Good pads help maintain pedal feel, reduce foot fatigue on longer drives, and keep things compliant for roadworthy/WOF checks by preventing slip under braking or clutch operation.

Servicing-wise, the pads deserve a quick look at each service or whenever the cabin’s cleaned. Tell-tales that a replacement’s due include smooth, shiny faces, hardened or cracked rubber, edges rolling back, or the pad creeping on the metal pedal plate. If a boot slips even slightly in the wet, it’s time.

• Replacement is a straightforward DIY: pull the old pad off, clean any rust or grit from the pedal plate, then work the new pad’s lip evenly over the plate (start at the top edge and roll it on).
• Use OEM or quality aftermarket rubber with the correct profile, no glue or fasteners are required if the fit is right.
• After fitting, press and twist a shoe on the pad to confirm it’s fully seated and won’t shift.
• Manuals have two rubber pads (brake and clutch). Automatics have one (brake). The accelerator usually isn’t a rubber pad item.

Keep the pads clean with mild soapy water. Avoid silicone dressings, they’re slippery. If the Pajero sees plenty of creek crossings or beach work, rinse sand and salt from the pedal area and check the pad lips haven’t trapped grit. Worn or missing pads are a common WOF/roadworthy knock-back, and replacements are inexpensive and quick to fit—well worth sorting before the next inspection or big trip.

Popular questions about 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero pedal-pads

How can someone tell if the pedal-pads on their 2004 Pajero need replacing?
If the rubber looks glassy-smooth, is cracking, feels hard, or the edges are curling, it’s time. Any foot slip in wet conditions is a red flag. On manuals, a worn clutch pad will often feel vague underfoot during take-up.

Does the accelerator on a 2004 Pajero have a removable pedal-pad?
Generally no. The accelerator is a plastic or metal pedal with an integrated tread. Owners can fit accessory covers, but the factory part isn’t a separate rubber pad like the brake or clutch.

Are manual and automatic pedal-pads the same on this model?
They’re similar in function but differ in count and sometimes shape. Automatics have a single brake pedal-pad, manuals have both brake and clutch pads. Always match pads to transmission type and series (NM/NP) for a proper fit.