Parts for your 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander-Pedal pads

2005 Mitsubishi Outlander pedal pads

Pedal pads are definitely used on the 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. Mitsubishi’s CU-series Workshop Manual and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue list a rubber brake pedal cover for all 2005 Outlander variants, with an additional clutch pedal pad on manual models. Local parts catalogues in Australia and New Zealand also show direct-fit replacement rubber covers for these pedals on 2003–2006 Outlander models, confirming the fitment.

On this Outlander, the pedal pads are the grippy rubber covers fitted over the metal brake (and clutch, if manual) pedal arms. Their job is simple but vital: deliver a non-slip, comfortable contact surface so the driver’s foot doesn’t skate off the pedal, especially in the wet. Over time, the pads wear smooth, harden, crack or tear, which can reduce pedal feel and grip.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to:

• Inspect pad surface every service or 10,000–15,000 km for glazing, hardening, cracks, or edge lifting.
• Check thickness and tread pattern depth, if the pattern is mostly gone or the rubber feels plasticky, replace.
• Make sure the pad lip is seated all the way around the pedal plate—no gaps or curling edges.
• Wipe away dirt and road grime, avoid silicone dressings that make the surface slippery.

Replacement is quick and inexpensive, and it’s a handy driveway job:

1. With the vehicle safely parked, pull the old pad off the metal pedal plate—use a trim tool if needed.
2. Clean the bare metal with a mild degreaser and dry thoroughly.
3. Warm the new pad in hot water for a minute to soften it, then hook the bottom lip over the plate and stretch the top lip into place until it seats all around.
4. Press firmly and check there’s no twist or bunching. Test by pressing the pedal with a damp shoe to confirm grip.

Automatic Outlanders have a single brake pedal pad, manuals have both brake and clutch pads. The accelerator is typically a plastic or composite face and isn’t covered by a rubber pad on most trims. If the vehicle has factory or accessory alloy covers, ensure they’re tight and use non-slip inserts that meet local roadworthy/WOF expectations. Because good pedal grip is a safety item, many roadworthiness inspections in AU/NZ will defect smooth or missing pads, so swapping them at the first sign of wear is a no-brainer.

Popular questions about 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander pedal pads

Which pedals on a 2005 Outlander have rubber pads?
All models have a rubber brake pedal pad. Manual-transmission vehicles also have a rubber clutch pedal pad. The accelerator is usually a rigid plastic/composite face rather than a rubber-covered pad.

How do I know it’s time to replace the pedal pads?
If the surface is shiny, hard, cracked, torn, or the tread pattern is mostly worn flat, it’s time. Any slipping under a wet shoe, or an edge that won’t stay seated on the metal plate, also means replacement.

Can universal pedal pads be used, or should they be OEM?
Quality direct-fit pads matched to the Outlander’s CU-series pedals are best. Universal pads can work but must fit snugly and remain non-slip. For WOF/roadworthy compliance, the pad must be secure and provide good grip, so avoid anything that compromises traction.