I would have someone check your timing chain a certified mechanic if you can get one
The turning radius of a Mercury Villager may depend on the year in which it was made. The turning radius is 38.7 feet for vehicles made during the 1993-1998 period.
Sounds like a drive axle half shaft. Have it replaced. Not that expensive.
you have a wheel bearing going out my friend,
A couple thing come to mind. Broken timing belt, broken camshaft, broken distributor shaft. Are you seeing the trend here?? I think your engine is BROKEN.
1. Large air impact wrench. 2. Fabricate or buy holding tool to keep pulley from turning while you remove nut.
Anytime I've ever heard a humming noise when turning the steering wheel on any vehicle,It has always been due to low power steering fluid
You may be low on brake fluid. If you are low on brake fluid you may be ready for some brake work or you have a leak somewhere in the system, have it checked soon!
you don't say if it is turning. ??? Replace the starting capacitor.
because something is about to break.
could be your wheel bearings
Could be you are low on Power Steering Fluid. My 97 Villager seems to need it every 6-7 months. My van will make noises around corners (or hard steering) even if the level is "full". I fill it to the top and all the noises go away (at least for 6-7 months).
change your wheel bearing!!