Brake Pedal Cover Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Acura TL and 2007 Acura TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: This procedure shows a model equipped with a metal brake pedal cover.

Cover the carpet under the brake pedal to prevent metal shavings from getting on the carpet.
Center-punch each of rivets (A), and drill their heads off with a 3 mm (0.12 in.) drill bit (B).
NOTE: Do not drill the brake pedal pad (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Rivets And Brake Pedal Pad
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Remove the brake pedal plate (A) and the brake pedal cover (B) from the brake pedal pad (C).

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Pedal Plate, Brake Pedal Cover And Brake Pedal Pad
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Set the brake pedal cover to the brake pedal plate.
Install the brake pedal plate (A) with the rivets (B) firmly.

Fig 3: Installing Brake Pedal Plate With Rivets
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Make sure the brake pedal cover plate is securely fastened on the brake pedal.
Check the brake pedal height (see PEDAL HEIGHT ).