Parts for your 2007 Subaru Impreza-Pedal pads

2007 Subaru Impreza Pedal Pads: What They Do and When to Replace Them

Technical sources confirm pedal pads are indeed fitted to the 2007 Subaru Impreza. Subaru’s factory service documentation for the GD/GG-series Impreza (2007 model year) and the Subaru electronic parts catalogue (often listed as “PAD – PEDAL” under brake and clutch controls) specify replaceable rubber pads on the brake pedal and, for manuals, the clutch pedal. These sources also outline inspection for wear and safe operation, making pedal pads a relevant service item on this vehicle.

On a 2007 Impreza, the brake and clutch pedal pads are the grippy rubber covers that sit over the metal pedal arms. Their whole job is traction: keeping a driver’s foot secure in the wet, when shoes are sandy after a beach run, or on a frosty morning. When they harden, crack, or go glassy-smooth, braking and gear changes can feel skittish. The accelerator is typically a different design (often a formed plastic pad/arm) and may not use a removable rubber cover, but the brake and clutch almost always do.

For servicing, it’s smart to include pedal pad checks every 10,000–20,000 km or annually. If the surface feels slick, shows splits, curled edges, or has worn right through to the backing, it’s time to swap them out. Replacement is quick and inexpensive, and genuine or high-quality aftermarket pads will fit snugly and restore that sure-footed feel.

When replacing on a 2007 Impreza:

• Confirm transmission type—auto brake pads differ from manual brake/clutch pads in shape and width.
• Clean the bare pedal face