Parts for your 2018 Holden Colorado-Pedal pads

2018 Holden Colorado Pedal Pads — What They Do and How to Look After Them

Based on Holden’s official RG-series parts catalogue and workshop manual references for MY17–MY20 Colorado, pedal pads are indeed fitted to the 2018 Holden Colorado. The brake pedal uses a replaceable rubber pad on both automatic and manual models, and manual variants also use a clutch pedal pad. The accelerator pedal typically has a moulded tread surface that’s integral to the pedal assembly rather than a separate, replaceable pad.

On a ute that works as hard as a Colorado, pedal pads are small parts that make a big difference. Their grippy rubber surface helps boots stay planted on the brake (and clutch on manuals), especially when footwear’s wet or muddy. As they wear down, harden, crack, or peel away at the edges, grip drops off — that’s when braking control can feel a bit sketchy.

During regular servicing (about every 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first), it’s smart to have the workshop check pedal pads alongside the usual safety items. Replacement is quick and inexpensive. A quality pad presses onto the pedal plate and should seat firmly around the lip. If the vehicle is used on farms, construction sites, or frequently in wet conditions, more frequent checks are a good idea.

Signs a 2018 Colorado could use new pedal pads:

• Shiny, smooth, or hardened rubber that’s lost its texture
• Cracks, splits, or chunks missing
• Edges lifting or the pad shifting on the pedal
• Noticeably reduced grip with wet or muddy boots

Replacement tips the service team will follow (and owners can keep in mind):

• Match the pad to the RG-series Colorado and transmission type (auto brake pad differs from manual brake/clutch pads)
• Clean the metal pedal plate before fitting to ensure the new pad seats fully
• Press evenly around the perimeter so the pad’s lip locks over the pedal plate
• After fitting, test feel with clean footwear to confirm grip

Genuine and reputable aftermarket pads both do the job, the key is correct fitment and fresh, pliable rubber. Keeping the brake (and clutch) pedal pads in top nick is a simple, low-cost way to maintain confident control in everyday driving and on the job.

FAQs

Does the 2018 Holden Colorado have a pedal pad on the accelerator?
The brake pedal (and clutch on manuals) uses replaceable rubber pads. The accelerator pedal on most 2018 Colorado models has a moulded plastic tread that’s part of the pedal assembly, so it isn’t a separate, replaceable pad. If the accelerator surface is damaged or excessively worn, the usual remedy is to replace the pedal assembly.

How often should brake and clutch pedal pads be replaced?
There isn’t a strict time limit — replace them when grip drops or damage appears. As a guide, have them inspected at every service (about 12 months or 15,000 km). Vehicles used in wet, muddy, or heavy-duty conditions may need pads more frequently.

Are pedal pads universal for the Colorado?
No. Use pads that suit the RG-series 2018 Colorado and its transmission. Automatic brake pads differ from manual brake and clutch pads. Genuine or quality aftermarket pads are fine as long as they’re made for the correct model and pedal type.