Parts for your 2013 Subaru Legacy-Pedal pads

2013 Subaru Legacy (Liberty) pedal pads — what they do and when to replace them

Pedal pads are absolutely used on the 2013 Subaru Legacy (sold as Liberty in Australia). Subaru’s factory service information for the BM/BR series and the OEM parts catalogue both specify rubber-faced pedal pads for the brake pedal on all models, and for the clutch pedal on manual-transmission cars. The accelerator is a hinged assembly with a textured plastic face rather than a separate rubber cap. Regulatory guidance such as ADR and WOF inspection criteria also call for a non‑slip brake pedal surface, which these pads provide.

The job of a pedal pad is simple but critical: give the driver surefooted grip in the wet, maintain consistent pedal feel, and help set the correct pedal height. Over time, the rubber hardens, smooths off, or cracks, which can make footwear slip—especially with damp soles. That’s why a quick look and feel at each service is worthwhile.

Tell‑tale signs it’s time for a new pad include a shiny, glassy surface, ribs worn flat, splits around the edge, or the pad sitting loose on the metal pedal. On a manual, clutch pad wear often mirrors brake pad wear because both get similar use in stop‑start traffic.

• Inspection: Check pedal pads at every service or roughly every 10,000–15,000 kilometres. Press a fingernail into the rubber, if it’s rock hard, it’s ageing out.
• Cleaning: Use mild soap and water. Avoid silicone or tyre shine—those make pedals slippery.
• Replacement: It’s a 5‑minute DIY. Pull the old pad off, warm the new pad slightly (sunlight or warm water), then work the lip evenly over the metal pedal. Make sure it’s fully seated all around.
• Parts choice: Genuine‑type rubber pads offer the best wet grip. Alloy “dress” covers can be slippery when wet and may not meet WOF/RWC expectations unless they’re non‑slip and securely fastened.

Workshops can swap worn pads during routine servicing at very low cost. Automatic models only need the brake pad, manuals should have both brake and clutch pads renewed as a pair if wear is similar. There’s no set time limit—replace on condition. Keeping the pedal faces grippy is a small job that pays back every time the weather turns or shoes are damp.

Popular questions about 2013 Subaru Legacy pedal pads

Do all 2013 Legacy/Liberty models have pedal pads?
Yes. All have a rubber brake pedal pad. Manual‑transmission cars also have a clutch pedal pad. The accelerator uses a textured plastic face that typically isn’t a separate replaceable rubber cap.

How often should pedal pads be replaced?
There’s no fixed interval. Replace when the surface is smooth, cracked, hard, or loose. A quick check every service is plenty, many last years, but heavy city driving or lots of wet‑weather use can accelerate wear.

Are metal pedal covers legal for WOF/RWC?
They’re acceptable only if they provide a secure, non‑slip surface and are firmly attached. If in doubt, stick with OEM‑style rubber pads, which are designed to meet non‑slip requirements and maintain correct pedal feel.