Parts for your 2013 Holden Commodore-Pedal pads

2013 Holden Commodore pedal pads

Holden’s VE/VF service manuals (Brake Controls), the GM Global EPC, and mainstream parts catalogues for the 2013 Commodore all list rubber pedal pads for the brake pedal (and the clutch on manual variants), so pedal-pads are indeed used on this model. State and territory roadworthy guides in Australia, and the NZ Warrant of Fitness requirements, also call for non-slip pedal surfaces, further confirming their presence and purpose.

On a 2013 Commodore (late VE Series II or early VF), the pedal pads are the grippy rubber covers that sit over the metal pedal arms. Their job is simple but critical: provide reliable traction for the driver’s shoe in the wet and dry, cut vibration, and protect the metal pedal face from wear. Autos get a single brake pedal pad, manuals add a clutch pedal pad. The accelerator is typically a hard plastic face or an alloy cover with moulded inserts rather than a removable rubber pad.

As service items, pedal pads deserve a quick look at every service interval. They harden and polish with age, especially if the car sees lots of stop–start commuting or wet boots. Telltale signs it’s time to replace include a shiny or smooth surface, visible tears or missing chunks, or any hint of the foot slipping under light braking. If a roadworthy inspector can rub a thumb over the pad and feel it slide, that’s the sort of thing that can trigger a fail.

• Inspection: Check each service (10,000–15,000 km). Press a thumb across the pad, it should feel tacky, not slick.
• Replacement: 5–15 minutes per pad. No special tools—just clean hands and a bit of patience.
• Fitment tips: Warm the new pad in hot water to soften. Hook the top lip over the metal pedal, then stretch the lower edge on. Make sure the pad’s perimeter sits fully in its groove all the way around.

Use a genuine or quality aftermarket pad matched to transmission type and series (VE vs VF can differ). If alloy “sports” covers are fitted, ensure they include proper rubber inserts and are secured as per the kit instructions. Skip glue or screws into the pedal face—if it isn’t part of the specified kit, it’s not on. After fitment, go for a quick, low-speed brake test to confirm the pedal feel is confident and slip-free.

One last bit of practical advice: keep floor mats secured so they can’t ride up under the pedals, and give the pads an occasional scrub with mild soapy water to remove road grime that can make them slick.

Popular questions about 2013 Holden Commodore pedal pads

Do all 2013 Commodores have pedal pads?

Yes. Every 2013 Commodore has a rubber brake pedal pad, and manual versions also have a rubber clutch pedal pad. The accelerator is generally a hard plastic or alloy face rather than a removable rubber pad. Some cars may have factory or accessory alloy “sports” covers, but these still rely on grippy rubber inserts to meet non-slip requirements.

How often should pedal pads be replaced, and what does it cost?

There’s no fixed interval—replace when the surface is shiny, hard, torn, or feels slippery, which can happen anywhere from 60,000 to 120,000 km depending on use. Pads are inexpensive: usually $15–$50 each in Australia or New Zealand. A workshop will often swap them during a service, or it’s a quick DIY job with no special tools.

Are VE and VF pedal pads interchangeable?

Not reliably. Shapes differ between series and between auto and manual pedals. To avoid a loose fit, match the pad to the VIN or build date and transmission. Genuine Holden/GM or quality aftermarket catalogues will list the correct part for VE Series II versus VF.