Parts for your 2009 Holden Barina-Pedal pads

2009 Holden Barina pedal pads: what they do and when to replace them

Technical sources confirm pedal pads are indeed fitted to the 2009 Holden Barina (TK series). The Holden/GM Global EPC lists replaceable rubber pads for the brake pedal (and the clutch pedal on manual models), while the Holden Barina TK Workshop Manual (Brake Controls) shows these pads as serviceable items. Regulatory guidance such as the NZTA WOF Vehicle Inspection Requirements Manual and Australian state roadworthy manuals also expect non‑slip pedal surfaces, underscoring the role of pedal pads. Note: the accelerator on this model is an integral plastic pedal assembly and doesn’t take a separate pad.

On a Barina, pedal pads are simple rubber covers that slip over the metal pedal face. Their job is to provide grippy, compliant contact underfoot—especially in the wet—so braking and clutch work stay consistent and safe. They also shield the pedal plate from corrosion and wear, and help the car meet roadworthy/WOF requirements around control integrity and non‑slip operation.

• Improved traction in rain, mud, or after hopping in with damp shoes
• Predictable pedal feel and modulation
• Protection for the pedal arm/plate and compliance with inspection standards

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to inspect the pedal pads every service interval or 10,000–15,000 kilometres. They’re wear items, and city driving with frequent stop–start can age them faster.

• Replace if the surface is smooth or “glazed”, cracked, or gone hard
• Replace if the perimeter lip is torn or the pad can twist/slide on the pedal
• Replace if contaminated by oils/solvents that leave them slippery or swollen

Choosing replacements is straightforward: use OEM or quality aftermarket rubber pads that match the TK Barina. Automatic models need a brake pedal pad only