If you are looking for a mod to install on your own, the aluminum foot rest and pedal pads are a good choice. You can save money online vs. dealer price, plus you can saver the install labor cost.
The foot rest and accelerator pedal are pretty straight-forward--follow the directions and you should do just fine. But the break pedal pad is very difficult to install. I was unable to install it the 'correct' way, and came up with this effective method. I will be writing about the break pedal pad for automatic transmission and it may or may not apply to the version for manual transmission.
Before we get started, some disclaimers:
- Try using the supplied instructions first. If you are successful, great.
- This method of installation is permanent. If you think you might one day want to remove it, DO NOT follow this guide.
- This method of installation requires alteration to the part. Do not expect it to be covered by warranty down the road.
- Read all instructions BEFORE starting the procedure. Make sure you understand them.
Supplies and tools needed:
- BHN1-V9-093, 2014 Mazda 3 Alloy Brake Pedal for Automatic Transmission
- Heavy duty scissors or some appropriate cutting tool
- Amazing Goop or similar contact cement adhesive
Step 1:
Since you have attempted the regular installation method, you know how hard it is to get the pad on the pedal. We are going to make this easier by cutting at the rubber edge. Start by making a cut into each corner. See picture one below for reference.
Step 2:
Cut along the bottom edge (the shorter of the two parallel long edges) so as to remove the overhanging lip. Do not remove the 'side wall' because we need it to line the part up properly. See the second picture below for reference.
Step 3:
Try to put the pad on the pedal. With your modifications to the part, it should go on fairly easy. If you are still having trouble, cut away some of the lip in the bottom corners and up the sides. Make small changes and continue applying the pad to the pedal until you are able to place it onto the pedal fully in a few seconds.
Step 4:
Practice putting the altered pedal pad onto the metal pedal. You should be able to place it fully on in only a few seconds. When placed fully, it should be seated flat on the pedal with the top and sides covered with the rubber 'overhangs.' The bottom edge of the pedal should be covered by the remaining rubber edge on the bottom. This is important because the adhesive, once bonded, is fairly permanent. So practice until you are confident you can apply the part correctly.
Step 5:
Make sure the rubber surface of the pedal pad and the surface of the brake pedal are clean and dry.
Step 6:
Apply a thin layer of Amazing Goop or similar adhesive to the pedal pad. Apply three lines of the adhesive:
- one along the bottom edge (the edge with the most cutting done)
- one along the right edge
- one along the left edge
Please refer to the third picture as to what the pattern should look like. It is important not to place adhesive along the top edge because when applying the pad, you start with that edge and do not want it to bond before you have it in place.
Step 7:
Apply a thin layer of adhesive on the brake pedal in the same pattern as in step 6. Refer to picture 4 below.
Step 8:
WAIT two minutes for the adhesive to set up (or a different amount of time, according to the adhesive's instructions.
Step 9:
As you practiced, apply the pedal pad to the brake pedal. It is recommended you start with the top edge and then pull out the side edges as needed to fit. Press firmly down on the pedal pad so it is flush with the pedal. Make sure all the metal edges of the pedal are either covered by a rubber overhang or sitting on the inside edge of the rubber.
Step 10:
With the pedal pad applied fully and correctly, wait 10-15 minutes for the adhesive to really bond (or however long the instructions say if using a different adhesive). Pull up on the bottom edge of the pad to make sure it is secure before using.
Congratulations! If everything went well, you now have the break pedal pad installed. See picture 5 below.
Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Again, this guide is not for everyone, but if you really want to install the part yourself, this is an easy way to do it.
The foot rest and accelerator pedal are pretty straight-forward--follow the directions and you should do just fine. But the break pedal pad is very difficult to install. I was unable to install it the 'correct' way, and came up with this effective method. I will be writing about the break pedal pad for automatic transmission and it may or may not apply to the version for manual transmission.
Before we get started, some disclaimers:
- Try using the supplied instructions first. If you are successful, great.
- This method of installation is permanent. If you think you might one day want to remove it, DO NOT follow this guide.
- This method of installation requires alteration to the part. Do not expect it to be covered by warranty down the road.
- Read all instructions BEFORE starting the procedure. Make sure you understand them.
Supplies and tools needed:
- BHN1-V9-093, 2014 Mazda 3 Alloy Brake Pedal for Automatic Transmission
- Heavy duty scissors or some appropriate cutting tool
- Amazing Goop or similar contact cement adhesive
Step 1:
Since you have attempted the regular installation method, you know how hard it is to get the pad on the pedal. We are going to make this easier by cutting at the rubber edge. Start by making a cut into each corner. See picture one below for reference.
Step 2:
Cut along the bottom edge (the shorter of the two parallel long edges) so as to remove the overhanging lip. Do not remove the 'side wall' because we need it to line the part up properly. See the second picture below for reference.
Step 3:
Try to put the pad on the pedal. With your modifications to the part, it should go on fairly easy. If you are still having trouble, cut away some of the lip in the bottom corners and up the sides. Make small changes and continue applying the pad to the pedal until you are able to place it onto the pedal fully in a few seconds.
Step 4:
Practice putting the altered pedal pad onto the metal pedal. You should be able to place it fully on in only a few seconds. When placed fully, it should be seated flat on the pedal with the top and sides covered with the rubber 'overhangs.' The bottom edge of the pedal should be covered by the remaining rubber edge on the bottom. This is important because the adhesive, once bonded, is fairly permanent. So practice until you are confident you can apply the part correctly.
Step 5:
Make sure the rubber surface of the pedal pad and the surface of the brake pedal are clean and dry.
Step 6:
Apply a thin layer of Amazing Goop or similar adhesive to the pedal pad. Apply three lines of the adhesive:
- one along the bottom edge (the edge with the most cutting done)
- one along the right edge
- one along the left edge
Please refer to the third picture as to what the pattern should look like. It is important not to place adhesive along the top edge because when applying the pad, you start with that edge and do not want it to bond before you have it in place.
Step 7:
Apply a thin layer of adhesive on the brake pedal in the same pattern as in step 6. Refer to picture 4 below.
Step 8:
WAIT two minutes for the adhesive to set up (or a different amount of time, according to the adhesive's instructions.
Step 9:
As you practiced, apply the pedal pad to the brake pedal. It is recommended you start with the top edge and then pull out the side edges as needed to fit. Press firmly down on the pedal pad so it is flush with the pedal. Make sure all the metal edges of the pedal are either covered by a rubber overhang or sitting on the inside edge of the rubber.
Step 10:
With the pedal pad applied fully and correctly, wait 10-15 minutes for the adhesive to really bond (or however long the instructions say if using a different adhesive). Pull up on the bottom edge of the pad to make sure it is secure before using.
Congratulations! If everything went well, you now have the break pedal pad installed. See picture 5 below.
Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Again, this guide is not for everyone, but if you really want to install the part yourself, this is an easy way to do it.
