Parts for your 2013 Toyota Crown-Pedal pads

2013 Toyota Crown pedal pads: what they do, why they matter, and when to replace them

The 2013 Toyota Crown (S210 series, including Royal, Athlete and Hybrid variants) is fitted with pedal pads on the service brake pedal, and on the foot‑operated parking brake where that pedal is used. This is supported by Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalog for the S210 Crown, which lists a “Pad, Brake Pedal,” and by the factory Repair Manual procedures that include checking the pad’s surface condition and grip during brake pedal inspection. The JDM owner’s manual also cautions against using the vehicle with excessively worn pedal rubber. In short, pedal pads are present and relevant on this model.

On this Crown, the pedal pad’s job is simple but critical: it provides secure, high‑friction grip for shoes, especially in the wet, and isolates a bit of vibration so the pedal feels consistent underfoot. A healthy pad helps prevent slips that can increase stopping distance. It also shields the metal pedal plate from wear and corrosion. While the accelerator on many Crowns uses an integrated plastic face rather than a replaceable rubber pad, the brake pedal uses a replaceable rubber pad, and many examples with a foot parking brake have a pad there too.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to inspect the brake pedal pad. Look for a shiny, smooth surface, hardening, cracks, missing edges, or a pad that’s not fully seated on the pedal plate. Clean with mild soap and water only—silicone dressings and greasy cleaners can make the surface slippery. Confirm the pad sits squarely with no curled corners, and check that floor mats can’t ride up and interfere with pedal movement. In Australia and New Zealand, a worn or slippery pad can be flagged at roadworthy or WOF time.

Replacement is quick and inexpensive: the old rubber pad pulls off, the new one is worked on from the bottom lip and rolled over the pedal plate. Use a genuine Toyota pad or a quality aftermarket equivalent that matches the S210 Crown specification. Replace immediately if the pad is smooth, cracked, hard, or if shoes slip in the wet. If your Crown has a foot‑operated parking brake, inspect and replace that pad on the same schedule.

• Check pedal pad condition at every service or at least every 10,000 km.
• Replace if smooth, cracked, hardened, or not fully seated.
• Avoid slick cleaners, keep mats anchored and clear of the pedals.

Popular questions about 2013 Toyota Crown pedal pads

Do all 2013 Toyota Crown variants use the same brake pedal pad?
Most S210 Crown variants use a similar replaceable rubber brake pedal pad, but part specifics can vary by trim and market. The accelerator usually has an integrated plastic face that isn’t replaced as a separate pad. For the correct brake (and parking brake) pad, it’s best to match by VIN or model code.

How often should the brake pedal pad be replaced?
There’s no fixed kilometre interval, replace on condition. If the surface is smooth, hard, cracked, or your shoe slips—especially when wet—fit a new pad right away. As a guide, have it checked at each service or WOF/roadworthy inspection.

Can aftermarket alloy pedal covers be used?
They can, provided they’re secure, don’t reduce grip, and don’t foul the floor mat. For ADR/WOF compliance and safety, ensure any cover fully clamps to the pedal plate and maintains or improves traction in wet footwear.