Parts for your 2009 Nissan Navara-Pedal pads

2009 Nissan Navara pedal pads — what they do and when to replace them

For the 2009 Nissan Navara (D40), pedal pads are absolutely relevant and fitted from factory. The Nissan D40 Navara factory service manual and Nissan FAST electronic parts catalogue identify rubber pedal pads on the brake pedal for both auto and manual models, and on the clutch pedal for manual models. The accelerator is a hinged plastic/metal assembly and doesn’t use a removable rubber pad.

Those rubber pedal pads do a simple but vital job: they give the driver grip and feel. In wet gear or muddy boots, a fresh, high-friction pad helps prevent the foot slipping off, which is why roadworthy and WOF checks in AU/NZ often ping worn or smooth pads. Over time, the pads harden, glaze, crack, or tear at the corners—especially on utes that see a lot of site work and weekend towing. On manuals, the clutch pad usually wears fastest.

As part of regular servicing for a 2009 Navara, a quick pedal pad check is easy and worth it. Look for glossy, smooth surfaces, deep cracks, or edges curling away from the metal pedal. If any of that shows up—or if the pad feels slippery when wet—it’s time to replace. Genuine or quality aftermarket rubbers sized for the D40 will fit snugly and keep the original pedal feel.

• Signs it’s due: pad surface gone smooth, visible splits, pad slipping on the pedal, or a failed inspection note.
• Service tip: on autos you’ll replace the brake pad only, on manuals it’s brake and clutch.

Replacement is a simple DIY job with the right pad. Clean the metal pedal face of any mud or rust. Warm the new rubber in hot (not boiling) water for a minute to make it pliable. Hook the top lip over the pedal, then stretch the lower edge on. Make sure the rubber fully seats in the pedal’s groove all the way around. Give it a good press test to confirm it won’t roll off underfoot.

If the pedal face is bent, corroded or the pad won’t sit evenly, don’t force it—sort the pedal condition first or get a workshop to inspect. A tight, fresh pad restores grip, improves pedal feel, and keeps the Navara compliant for roadworthy checks across Australia and New Zealand.

FAQs

Does the 2009 Navara have pedal pads, and which pedals use them?

Yes. Factory documentation for the D40 shows rubber pads on the brake pedal (auto and manual) and on the clutch pedal (manual only). The accelerator pedal is an integrated assembly without a removable pad.

How often should pedal pads be replaced?

There’s no fixed kilometre interval—replace when worn smooth, cracked, hard, or slippery. Many owners find they last years, but heavy site work, muddy boots, and lots of clutch use can shorten that. If a roadworthy/WOF inspector flags them, fit new pads straight away.

Can they be replaced at home?

Usually, yes. With the correct D40-sized pads, it’s a 5–15 minute job per pedal. Warm the new pad, hook it over the top of the pedal, stretch it down, and check it’s fully seated. If the pad won’t sit flat, have the pedal inspected for damage before driving.