B5 S4 steering noise

[Tihol Tiholov]

>  It seems to come from under the plenum
(where the steering rack is), but it could be the steering column...
Hard to pinpoint.

> Since the column is self-contained and does not have exposed moving
parts except at each end (at the U-joint, or at the steering wheel),
what could be rubbing to make a noise like that?

Guessing:
1. Either the plastic cover over the u-joint on the floor. With some
contortions and taking off 2-3 screws, the cover should come off
or
2. Something attached or caught above the steering rack, where the steering
column shaft attaches to it. There's a heavy rubber seal on the floor
between the steering rack and the steering column, it might skweek.