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How to Convert a Car from Right to Left-Hand-Drive

By JCT TeamJanuary 4, 2020Updated:June 21, 2021No Comments3 Mins Read
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How to Convert a Car from Right to Left-Hand-Drive

How to Convert a Car from Right to Left-Hand-Drive: The Procedure to convert a car from the right-hand drive to left-hand drive is not an easy process. Thus, it is always a suggestion to work under the supervision of the expert. In case of any fault or error while conversion of the car from a right to left hand can lead to serious issues. The issues are not only with the car but for the people who are driving the car.

It involves the processing of car components in order to convert a car from right to left-hand-drive:

  1. Relocation of the Dashboard.
  2. Relocation of the steering wheel
  3. Interchange of rack and pinion
  4. Put back of shift knob
  5. Adjustment of angle and relocation of side mirrors

It looks easy and simple however it is one of the most difficult tasks to perform.

Following are the steps to convert right-hand drive to left-hand drive:

How to Convert a Car from a Right to a Left-Hand Drive
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Relocation of steering Wheel

The requirement is to dismantle the steering wheel and portion beneath the steering wheel. Good care is necessary while repositioning the steering wheels and the components associated with it like the braking system, the car’s engine, and the steering system. They demand modification while we reposition the steering wheel.

Replacement of steering rack

The following steps after repositioning are the replacement of the steering rack. In order to avoid any damage to the airbags, we must take special attention.

Repositioning of the pedal assembly

The next step is to proceed towards the repositioning of the pedal assembly. If you drive the car by yourself, we need to disassemble and remove the pedal mounts. After this, we need to reinstall again towards the left-hand side.

Repositioning the Brake Master Cylinder

The most vital component in the car is the brake master cylinder. It requires special care while converting the car from right-hand drive to left-hand drive. It is always a suggestion to ask a mechanic or expert to perform even minor mistakes. It can be extremely dangerous when we drive the car.

Reposition the firewall accessories

The firewall accessories include AC ducts, Blower motor and cables, and wire. The firewall accessories lie between the passenger compartment and the engine bay. In order to convert the car from right-hand drive to left-hand drive, we need to remove the components and engine. It is always suggestive to take the help of an expert and do work with extra care and focus.

Adjusting doors and wiping mechanism

The final step to convert the car to make adjustments indoors and wiping mechanisms. If the door lies in the middle section then there is no need to change it or reinstall it. The need arises when the door controls are with the door on the right-hand side.

It is important to pay attention to each and every detail when converting the car from right to left hand. Though it looks very simple and easy process, in reality, it is the toughest job. One has to be cautious and always prefer the advice of an expert. The expert advice for conversion can lead us to happy and safe driving.

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