Dennis it's real easy to get out. Here are the instructions Bill Taylor sent.
"Go to a hardware store and get two 8 x 1.25 mm x 40 mm (about 1 ½ inch) bolts. Longer is
better. Do not try this without the 8 x 1.25 mm bolts. Remove one of the steering column
two rear clamp bolts completely. Screw one of the new long bolts into the hole where you
removed the first regular bolt. Remove the second rear bolt. Screw the second long bolt
into the second hole. Remove the remaining two front bolts (mine are Allen head) and drop
the column down. The long bolts will support the column, but more important, they will
align the column clamp holes when you put the whole thing back in place with only two
hands and limited tolerance for frustration. You will thank me for this method, believe me.
Remove the screws holding the switch cover in place. Remove the screws holding the
switch clamp in place. Unplug the switch harness. Put the various bolts, screws, and the
cover in a baggie. You can drive the car without the switch but you will have no
headlights, turn signals, or horn."
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