Hello
I have a 2007 Pacifica LX 3.8l with 6000 miles on it. We are very happy with the vehicle. I have noticed that the power steering sometimes emits a low groaning noise when I turn the wheel while I am standing still in the driveway. It happens when the wheel is turned moderately - not because the wheel is being forced to the max. It doesn't happen all the time. It does not seem to be related to cold weather because it happens in a variety of temperatures. There is no noise on turns when the vehicle is rolling. I have not taken it to the dealer because I can't reproduce the sound with regularity.
Has anyone else experienced this problem? If so, what was the solution?

 

Most cars that I have owned don't like the wheels being turned when it is standing still. My Pacifica doesn't like it either.