Parts for your 2019 Haval H6-Rack boots

2019 Haval H6 rack-boots: what they are, why they matter, and how to look after them

Technical references show rack-boots are fitted to a 2019 Haval H6. The Haval H6 Service Manual (2017–2020) Steering System – Electric Power Steering (EPS) section illustrates bellows-style steering rack boots on both sides of the rack-and-pinion gear. Great Wall Motors’ Electronic Parts Catalogue for H6 (second generation) likewise lists left and right steering gear bellows/boots and clamps as serviceable items. Leading aftermarket catalogues also supply direct-fit rack boots for the 2019 model. So yes, rack-boots are relevant to this vehicle.

On a 2019 Haval H6, the rack-boots (also called rack gaiters or bellows) protect the steering rack bar and inner tie rods. Their job is to keep dust, water, and road grit out while helping retain grease on the inner joints. With EPS, there’s no power-steering fluid inside the boots, that makes the seal even more important because moisture intrusion can corrode the rack bar and upset the electric assist.

As part of regular servicing, the boots deserve a quick once-over whenever the front end is in the air. A technician will look for splits, perishing, loose or missing clamps, and signs of grit or water tracking inside. Any cracks—especially at the folds—mean replacement. Because the rack moves across its full stroke, a tiny nick can turn into a wide split sooner than expected.

Replacement is straightforward but precise. It’s smart practice to replace boots in pairs, fit new clamps, and avoid generic cable ties. If an inner tie rod must be removed, it should be torqued to spec and a wheel alignment carried out afterward to keep the H6 tracking straight. The boot should sit without twists, with its bellows free to compress and extend across the steering range. On EPS cars like the H6, oil pooled in a boot isn’t normal, if found, the source needs investigating, as it may be grease separation or contamination from elsewhere.

Service intervals vary with conditions, but a visual inspection every service (or around 10,000–15,000 km) helps catch issues early. For vehicles working gravel roads or seeing coastal spray, stepping up checks is wise. Once the rubber shows age (often 5–8 years in typical climates), proactive replacement can save a far pricier steering rack.

• Key signs a boot needs attention: visible splits, missing clamps, grit inside, or steering knock after wet drives.
• Best practice: quality OEM-equivalent boots, new clamps, correct seating, and a post-job alignment.

Popular questions

Does a 2019 Haval H6 actually have rack-boots?
Yes. The Haval H6 Service Manual (EPS section) shows bellows boots on both sides of the steering rack, and the official EPC lists left and right rack boots and clamps as service parts. Aftermarket catalogues for the 2019 H6 also carry direct-fit replacements, confirming they’re fitted from factory.

How often should rack-boots be inspected or replaced on a 2019 H6?
They should be visually checked at every routine service or about every 10,000–15,000 km. Replacement isn’t mileage-based, it’s condition-based. If the rubber shows cracking, the folds split, or clamps loosen, replace promptly. In harsher conditions (gravel, coastal roads), earlier attention is sensible.

Will a torn rack boot cause a WOF/Rego fail?
Often, yes. A split boot can allow grit and water into steering components, which is a safety concern. Many inspections will fail a vehicle with damaged boots. Left unattended, moisture can corrode the rack and inner tie rod joints, turning a cheap boot job into a costly rack replacement.