Check the level of the power steering fluid. A low level or no level of fluid will cause the groaning noise.
the car may be low on power steering fluid
yes it does just go buy a bottle of it and put it in the power terring tank under the bonnet
sounds like a wheel bearing.
Are you sure the noise isn't in the front. Sounds like a right front wheel bearing,which is a common problem on these vans.
Your steering wheel is hard to turn have to use both hands. It usually makes a noise when turning.
The front wheel bearing is bad. The sound will be more pronounced when turning one way but not the other. The bad bearing is on the side of the car opposite the turning since more weight is on that side of the car when turning.
power steering fluid not filled?
If its making a horrible grinding noise, it could be the bearing!
power steering issue. check lines for leaks, system could be starving
A whining noise present when turning the steering wheel indicates a faulty power steering pump. As the pump fails, it allows air to enter the system and a distinct whine.
If a car makes noise when turning the tie rod can be worn. Tie rods allow a vehicle to turn, when they fail the steering wheel will knock and rattle making all kinds of noises.