Alright, so I finally get the chance to put up my pics of the Zeta Products dead pedal / foot rest install. It was a breeze to install and can be done by even the most novice person in less than 15 minutes. All that is needed are the dead pedal kit, a 10mm socket w/ at least 3" extension and ratchet and your own two hands. I had an assistant, but she turned out not to be of much help...here she is...



Here is just the deal pedal itself. These white chairs where the closest light-colored objects I could find for some contract on the black. As you can see, very simple construction yet very durable. Made of steel.



You'll get a piece of non-skid material that has adhesive backing. I opted to use this and I would recommend anyone to do so that buys this product.



And here are the two pieces mated.



You need to start by removing the driver's side kick panel. I couldn't get any clear shots to show any of this. Basically there is a plastic plug at the top rear that needs to come out first. Once you remove that gently pull the kick panel just enough inward to pull it out of the rubber door seal. Once it is clear of that you just guide the hood release latch out as you pull it directly towards you.

When it is off it will look like so:



Take note of these 2 bolts. These are what you need to remove with your 10mm socket in order to mount the foot rest.



I recommend starting the bottom one first. You'll need to get them started with your fingers. If you have trouble getting things to line up, put some pressure on the pedal so that it sits flat on the floor. Once you get the bottom one started, hand thread the top bolt. You can use this one to pull it all together once you get it started. And as always, be careful not to strip the bolts.

After you get all the bolts tightened up, sit in the seat and put some pressure on the pedal. If you're sure you've got it all tightened down then lget that kick panel installed. It goes on in just the reverse order you took it off.

Get the hood latch release in its hole. Push it up against the side and then push straight back. Get the rubber seal back on the outside and reinstalled the top plug.



Here is a shot from my sitting in the seat. With both of my feet in place everything in natural and comfortable.



In closing, this is by far one of the greatest goodies you can buy for your Fit. Not only is the install painless, but it is a much needed addition to the car for comfort during driving.

Enjoy!

 

Wahoo! Thanks for the pics

I'm trying to wait until they offer some pedals and the dead-pedal as a set. We'll see how long I can wait!

 

omg there is a ground on the lower bolt?? i did my install at 10 at night and i didn't see any ground. can anybody verify this that it does in deed have a ground? crap i better go put it back on.

 

That's a scary dog.

 

No worries. That ground is for my keyless entry.

Since I have the base model it didn't come w/ it from the factory. I bought the Honda keyless system and that is where they have you ground the kit.

 

Nicely done install with pics.

Great assistant you have there. Did she fall asleep watching you?

I think I'll gold plate my dead pedal before installing.

Hey how about painting it a metal finish with black holes painted on it or maybe painted carbon fiber finish with clear coat to protect it.

Maybe even a 3M clear adhesive on the pedal to protect the painted CF finish.

 

That looks sharp. How did you install the dead pedal ? I don't see any screws in the screw holes. Or is it that they just can't be seen in the pic ?

Thanks

 

^ These have little metal feed that clamp down on the backside of the existing pedals.

Image is from http://store.racinglab.com/noktourpedse1.html

 

Those are for the other pedals (gas, brake, and clutch) not the dead pedal.

My question is how did yellowblanket attach the dead pedal. It doesn't have those and even if it did there's nothing for them to grab onto.

 

id where did he get his dead pedal.. I know zeta will be releasing a full pedal set dead pedal included for AT and MT

 

He probably got them off eBay. Was going to send him a PM and ask but it's not one of the options when clicking on his button so I suppose he has that disabled in the options.

 

I like hte dead pedal, but it looks to be slanted (same angle as the "stock dead pedal"). Is it mounted directly at the stock dead pedal bump, or is there a thing under neath that straightens it?

 

That's why I asked, to find out.

 

I'd assume he just drilled the screws into the plastic behind the hump. It would be easier to get the Zeta dead pedal and then attach whatever dead pedal cover you want... just drill pilot holes into the metal and then use sheet metal screws to attach.

 

Since it appears that yellowblanket isn't going to respond you're probably right. I was thinking the same thing since the Zeta dead pedal would provide the correct support and would place it at the right angle. But using the screws that come with the Nokya pedals so the screw heads sit flush.

 

quality of pedals is awesome. Very pleased. ordered the dead pedal and cover, gas, and brake. all were shiny surface with flat grips. the brake was anti slip while the gas and dead pedal cover were smooth. the grips were a very nice addition; they are rubber and fit nicely although it was a pain getting them in there for me but worth it.

Pain in the ass to install for me IMO. alot of work to drill the holes through the dead pedal and brake pedal since they are both metal. gas was easy being it was plastic. i was expecting it not to be easy because i wanted something that looked OEM and not ones that clipped on.

 

These things look amazing. I want these things bad.

 

nice pedals!
next time its probably a good idea to keep the mats out of the rain though lol thats a good place for mold to grow hehe

 

thanks! it started raining just as i was finished. what timing. i wash them frequently though.

 

Iam also glad to see my measurements were accurate lol