Rubbing noise in steering column

["Andrei Broder" <broder@pa.dec.com>]

> I have a '92 100S with 62k on it. When turning the steering wheel in either
> direction, a rubbing noise is heard. It does not affect the steering any, but
> is very annoying. Has anyone else experienced this problem? According to the
> NHTSA, Audi placed a service bulletin out on a problem similar to this. This
> is one of those "secret warranties" I have heard mention about, I guess. It
> says it is due to improperly aligned  components in the steering column. If
> this is the case, will Audi realign the steering column free of charge? 

I had something very similar occur to my '92 100 which, if memory
serves, my mechanic identified, as the horn contact rubbing.
Just needs a bit of oil.  There was no charge. 

- Andrei