Parts for your 2018 Haval H6-Steering bushes

2018 Haval H6 steering-bushes: what’s actually fitted and what to service

For the 2018 Haval H6, “steering-bushes” as a standalone, replaceable part aren’t used. Technical references including the Haval H6 Workshop Manual (2017–2019, Steering section) and the Great Wall Motors/Haval Electronic Parts Catalogue for the same model years show the vehicle uses a rack-and-pinion system with electric power steering, typically a column-assist EPS. In this setup the steering gear is rigidly mounted to the front subframe and there are no separate, serviceable steering rack mounting bushes listed. This aligns with common ZF/TRW column-assist EPS architecture, where isolation is handled by chassis and subframe design rather than by replaceable rack bushes.

Why no steering-bushes? With column-assist EPS, the assist motor is on the steering column, so the rack can be bolted solidly to improve precision. NVH is controlled by the subframe mounts and suspension bushes, while the steering column uses bearings and an intermediate shaft isolator, not rubber “bushes” in the traditional sense. If a workshop parts search turns up “no results” for H6 steering rack bushes, that’s why.

What owners often mean by “steering bushes” are other wear items that do affect steering feel on a 2018 H6:

• Front lower control arm bushes (especially the large rear bush) – a common source of shimmy, clunks on bumps and vague turn-in.
• Stabiliser (sway) bar D-bushes and links – knock over speed humps and small chatter over rough roads.
• Tie-rod ends and inner tie rods – play at the wheel and poor on-centre feel.
• Intermediate steering shaft joint/isolator – not a “bush”, but can cause notchiness or a clunk when turning.

Servicing advice for the H6 steering system focuses on inspection rather than replacing non-existent rack bushes. A good service routine is to:

• Inspect front control arm bushes and ball joints every 20,000–30,000 km, or sooner if there’s tyre feathering or braking shudder.
• Check sway bar D-bushes and links for play and perishing when doing tyres or brakes.
• Check inner and outer tie rods for axial/radial play at each service, align the front end after any steering/suspension work.
• Torque-check front subframe fasteners if there are persistent knocks after rough-road use.
• Scan the EPS for fault codes and perform steering angle calibration after alignment or column work.

If the steering rack itself is worn or leaking, it’s supplied as an assembly for the 2018 H6—there aren’t separate “rack bushes” to press in. That’s normal for modern EPS-equipped SUVs and keeps steering feel tight once the rest of the front-end wear items are sorted.

FAQs

Does the 2018 Haval H6 have steering rack bushes?

No. On most 2018 H6 variants, the electric power steering is column-assist and the rack is bolted rigidly to the subframe. The Haval parts catalogue doesn’t list separate, serviceable rack bushes. Any internal rack guide bushes are part of the rack assembly and not a service item.

What’s likely causing a clunk in the front if it’s not the steering bushes?

Common culprits are the front lower control arm bushes, sway bar D-bushes and links, or worn tie-rod ends. A loose subframe bolt or a dry intermediate shaft joint can also knock. A quick lever test on a hoist and a road test over small bumps usually pin it down.

What maintenance keeps the H6 steering tight and safe?

Regularly inspect control arm bushes, ball joints and tie rods, replace worn sway bar bushes/links, and keep the wheel alignment on spec. Check tyre pressures and wear patterns, then recalibrate the steering angle sensor after alignment. If there’s EPS warning lights or heavy steering, have the system scanned and tested.