Scraping in upper steering column

XJ-S
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I seem to be the problem child lately…

I have a higher-pitched scraping/scratching sound when I turn the steering wheel. It sounds like it is coming from right up top, near where the stalk goes in. I cannot feel anything, and the car steers and drives fine.

What is inside there that could make that sound, and how do I get to it? Pics would be great.

I’ve perused the parts book and I don’t see any sort of upper steering column bearing or bushing, but there must be one, no? I will check the ROM next…

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Quite possibly the horn ring and the horn contacts rubbing on it as the steering wheel is turned

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It could be the plastic cover rubbing at the big steering wheel adjustment ring.
Remove the cover, it will be much easier to investigate.
The horn contact as mentioned is not a bad thought.

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