Parts for your 2008 Nissan X-trail-Pedal pads

2008 Nissan X‑Trail pedal pads: purpose, fitment and service tips

Based on technical sources — the Nissan FAST Electronic Parts Catalogue for T31 (2007–2013) and the Nissan X‑TRAIL T31 Factory Service Manual (Brake “BR” and Clutch “CL” sections) — the 2008 X‑Trail is fitted with replaceable rubber pedal pads on the brake pedal (all models) and on the clutch pedal (manual models). The accelerator is a moulded drive‑by‑wire pedal and doesn’t use a separate rubber pad. In the EPC, the brake/clutch rubber pad is listed as a service item (commonly referenced as Nissan pad, p/n 46545‑AX600 or supersessions, confirm by VIN).

On this model, the pedal pads are there for grip and safety. The textured rubber face gives the driver consistent traction under wet boots and during quick stops. When the pad hardens, polishes smooth or cracks, the risk of the foot slipping increases — and that can be a roadworthy/WOF fail in Australia and New Zealand.

• When replacement’s due: visible cracking or chunks missing, glassy, slippery surface, ribs worn flat, pad sitting loose on the pedal plate, rubber hardened or shiny, clutch/brake feel inconsistent underfoot.

Good practice is to inspect pedal pads at every service. Replacement is cheap and quick. For the X‑Trail, the job is straightforward: clean the bare pedal plate, warm the new pad slightly, and use a dab of warm soapy water to help the rubber lip roll over the metal plate evenly. Make sure the pad’s locating lip is fully seated on all edges, wipe everything dry and test grip with firm foot pressure before driving.

For manual X‑Trails, the clutch uses the same style of rubber pad as the brake. Automatics only have the brake pad. The accelerator’s textured face is part of the pedal assembly and isn’t designed to take a separate rubber cover. Sticking aftermarket alloy covers over the factory pads can reduce grip in the wet and may not meet local certification — stick with OEM‑spec rubber for best WOF/roadworthy outcomes.

To keep things tidy between services, avoid silicone tyre shine on mats and near the pedals, ensure floor mats can’t creep under the pedal faces, and dry the pedals after beach or muddy off‑road use. A fresh OEM‑spec pad is inexpensive insurance for safe, confident braking.

Popular questions about 2008 Nissan X‑Trail pedal pads

Does the 2008 X‑Trail have a separate accelerator pedal pad?
The accelerator on the T31 is a drive‑by‑wire unit with an integrated textured surface, so there’s no separate rubber pad to replace. If the surface is damaged or excessively worn, the remedy is servicing or replacing the pedal assembly rather than fitting a pad.

What’s the correct pedal pad for the brake and clutch?
Nissan lists a replaceable rubber pad for the brake (and for the clutch on manuals), commonly referenced as p/n 46545‑AX600 or its superseding equivalent. Because part numbers can vary with trim and market, the smart move is to match via VIN in the Nissan FAST EPC or with a dealer/parts specialist.

How often should pedal pads be replaced?
There’s no fixed interval — it’s condition‑based. Many X‑Trails go years on a set, but frequent wet or muddy use will wear pads faster. If the pad is cracked, slippery or loose, replace it immediately, it’s a quick, low‑cost job that can prevent a WOF/roadworthy knock‑back.