02 grnd caravan EL makes nois similar 2 needing steereing fluid

I'm thinking your power steering rack needs servicing! may be air in the hydraulic lines. did it start right after you replaced the pump? did you run the fluid resivour dry by any chance?

if it makes like a cranking noise when you turn, your power steering is tho, try and find the lead, it could be a line there are 3 of em i think

There is a relatively simple solution to the problem you and many others are having. The power steering reservoir contains a mesh screen filter. Over time it will start to plug up and cause the symptom you and many others are having. Replacing the reservoir will 99% of the time resolve the issue. I have done this successfully on many Caravans, Town and Countrys, and Voyagers.

The part is available from you local Dodge dealer.

To remove
1. remove the two screws that hold the reservoir to the intake plenum.
2. Loosen the nut on the backside and under the reservoir. It is in between the coil and the reservoir. a 10mm socket and extension will work.
3. place a bunch of rags under the reservoir to catch the power steering fluid that will spill.
4. remove the two hoses from the reservoir.

After you intsll the new one top of with ATF+4 transmission fluid. This is the only fluid that is recommended for you P/S system by the Dealer. Typically I will flush the power steering system prior to installing the new reservoir to make sure the fluid is as clean as possible in order to get the maximum life from the new reservoir.

hope that helps. Let me know if you have any questions.

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It should be your power steering. Check your power steering fluid level.

it shouldn't. usually when your power steering pump starts making lots of noise it's about to die

the power steering pump is going, gonna have to replace soon

Hard to say where the leak is coming from. Check to see if on the end of the rubber hose (where it meets the metal) is saturated. If it is more than likely your high pressure line is starting to leak. Common problem in alot of vehicles.

There's a technical bulletin on that from Chrysler....The power steering lines need to be replaced. I have the same problem as you see this link - http://www.wjjeeps.com/tsb.htm#STEERING

SUBJECT:
Steering Honk On 4.0L And 4.7L LHD Grand Cherokee Vehicles
OVERVIEW:
This bulletin involves the replacement of the power steering pressure
and return hoses and tube.
MODELS:
1999 - 2002 (WJ) Grand Cherokee (Domestic and International Markets)
2001 - 2002 (WG) Grand Cherokee (International Markets)
NOTE: THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO 1999 - 2000 4.7L AND 1999 - 2002 4.0L
GRAND CHEROKEE VEHICLES THAT ARE LEFT HAND DRIVE (LHD) AND
ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH HYDRAULIC COOLING.
SYMPTOM/CONDITION:
Some vehicles may exhibit a honk-like sound from the power steering
system. This sound occurs most often during a low speed right hand turn,
as would occur during parking lot maneuvers.
DIAGNOSIS:
If the customer indicates that the above condition is present, perform the section of
the Repair Procedure that is appropriate for the equipped engine.
PARTS REQUIRED:
Qty. Part No. Description
1 04883077 Fluid, Power Steering (MS-5931 quart)
1 05080950AA Hose, Pressure (4.7L)
1 52088116AB Fitting, Pressure Hose - Quick Connect At Pump (4.7L)
19-005-02 -2-
Qty. Part No. Description
1 05080951AA Hose, Return (4.7L)
2 **06504502** Clamp, Hose (4.0L or 4.7L)
1 **52088452AE** Hose, Pressure (4.0L)
1 **52088774AC** Hose, Return (4.0L)
1 **52088775AB** Tube, Return (4.0L)
6 **34201631** Rivet, Plastic Black (Front Fascia - 4.0L)
1 **06102141AA** Screw, Pressure Hose (6 mm - 4.0L)
REPAIR PROCEDURE:
**IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A 4.0L ENGINE:**
1. Remove the front fascia panel.
Fig.

take off the gear cover (at drivers wheel) and check. mine made same noise then the gears came out. (shaft broke)

I had the same problem, my mechanic has had this same problem with other 2003 grand caravans. Flush the power steering fluid, replace it with ATF+4 and add Lucas power steering additive. Apparently dodge has posted the fluid that was originally used is causing this problem. $100 and it is purring like a kitten