Parts for your 2019 Haval H6-Steering rack

2019 Haval H6 steering rack: what it does and when to service it

Technical sources confirm the 2019 Haval H6 is built with a rack-and-pinion steering rack using electric power assistance (EPS). This is documented in the Haval H6 Owner’s Manual (2019, Driving and Steering section), the GWM/Haval H6 Workshop/Service Manual for 2017–2020 (Steering System – Electric Power Steering), and MY19 Haval Australia specification sheets listing Electric Power Steering. So yes—this model absolutely uses a steering rack, and it’s a key part of safe, predictable handling.

On the H6, the steering rack converts the driver’s steering wheel input into side-to-side movement of the tie rods, turning the front wheels with precision. The EPS motor and control unit mounted to the rack add assist only when needed, making it light in a car park and nicely weighted on the highway. Because it’s electric, there’s no hydraulic pump or fluid to service, and fewer chances of messy leaks.

Good servicing keeps the rack tight and the H6 tracking straight. At regular service intervals (typically every 10,000–15,000 km, or as per the Haval schedule), technicians should:

• Inspect rack boots for tears or grease seepage, and check inner/outer tie-rod ends for play.
• Listen for clunks over bumps or feel for free play on centre—both point to wear.
• Verify wheel alignment and tyre wear, feathering at the edges can hint at worn tie rods or a shifted rack.
• Scan the EPS for fault codes and confirm steering angle sensor values are within spec.

Tell-tale signs it’s time to repair or replace components include vague steering, a knock when turning, the steering not self-centring, uneven tyre wear, or an EPS warning on the dash. While EPS racks don’t leak fluid, a torn boot can let grit in and quickly wear the rack and inner tie rods, so catching that early saves a heap.

When replacement is required, a proper procedure matters. Expect the battery to be disconnected, the front subframe loosened or lowered to slide the rack out, and new inner/outer tie rods fitted as needed. After installation, a wheel alignment plus an EPS/steering angle sensor calibration with a scan tool is a must. For New Zealand WOF or Aussie roadworthy checks, having a tight rack with no play and even tyre wear helps avoid a fail. Treated well, an H6 steering rack should last well past 150,000 km, especially with good boots and fresh tie rods when wear first appears.

Does the 2019 Haval H6 use a hydraulic or electric steering rack?

It uses an electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion (EPS). There’s no power steering fluid to top up or flush, and assist is handled by an electric motor and control unit on the rack.

How long should a steering rack last on an H6, and what are the warning signs?

Many last beyond 150,000 km. Warning signs include clunks over bumps, steering play, a pull or wander, uneven tyre wear, poor self-centring, or an EPS warning light. Torn rack boots and tie-rod play are early clues.

Can it be driven with a worn steering rack?

It’s not recommended. Continued driving can accelerate tyre wear and reduce control. If there’s noticeable play, noise, or an EPS fault, book an inspection and alignment check before the next big trip.