Parts for your 2010 Nissan X-trail-Pedal pads

2010 Nissan X‑TRAIL pedal pads — what they do and when to replace them

Technical sources confirm pedal pads are indeed fitted to the 2010 Nissan X‑TRAIL (T31). The Nissan X‑TRAIL Electronic Service Manual (T31, sections BR – Brake and CL – Clutch) shows a replaceable rubber pad on the brake pedal and, on manual models, a similar pad on the clutch. Nissan’s global parts catalogues (FAST/Microcat) list these as dedicated “pad, pedal” items for the T31 series. The accelerator is an electronic pedal module and does not use a separate rubber pad.

On this model, pedal pads are simple but important safety components. They provide grip under wet boots, cushion the pedal feel a touch, and help meet roadworthiness expectations in Australia and New Zealand by reducing the risk of a foot slipping. Over time the rubber hardens, flattens and can crack, especially with lots of city driving or if exposed to oil or harsh cleaners.

Best practice is to check pedal pad condition at every service, or at least every 10,000–15,000 kilometres. If the ribs are smoothed off, the rubber is shiny or perished, or the pad feels loose on the pedal plate, replacement is due. For automatic/CVT X‑TRAILs, this applies to the brake pedal, for manuals, check both brake and clutch pads.

• Tell‑tale signs it’s time to swap: slick or glossy surface, cracks or splits around the edges, missing chunks or ribs, pad moving on the metal pedal, or any foot slip in the wet.
• A worn pad can attract a WoF/roadworthy defect for poor pedal grip.

Replacement is a quick, low‑cost job most owners or workshops can handle. Lever the old pad off, clean the pedal plate, then warm the new pad in hot water to make it supple. Hook the bottom lip on first and work it over the plate until it’s fully seated all the way around. No glue or fasteners required. Avoid petroleum‑based cleaners that can attack the rubber.

Genuine or quality aftermarket pads designed for the T31 fit best and keep the factory tread pattern. Manual X‑TRAILs use a separate clutch pad, so order both if needed. Keeping fresh pedal pads on the 2010 X‑TRAIL is a small job that pays back in day‑to‑day safety and compliance.

Popular questions about 2010 Nissan X‑TRAIL pedal pads

Does the accelerator on a 2010 X‑TRAIL have a pedal pad?
No. The accelerator is an electronic pedal assembly with a hard face and no removable rubber pad. Only the brake (and the clutch on manual models) use replaceable rubber pedal pads.

How often should pedal pads be replaced?
There’s no fixed interval, replace when worn, slippery, cracked or loose. Many last 5–10 years, but high‑kilometre or city stop‑start driving can shorten that. Inspect at each service and swap proactively if grip is compromised.

Are aftermarket alloy pedal covers legal?
They can be, provided they’re securely fitted and have a non‑slip surface. For roadworthy/WoF compliance, the pedal must offer reliable grip in wet conditions. Using OEM‑style rubber pads or certified non‑slip covers helps avoid hassles at inspection time.