Chrysler TC Brake light switch defective - How to remove?

[JerryLG]

I metered the brake light switch and it is bad, so I am trying to figure out how to remove it from the top of the steering column. It almost looks like you need extremely small hands to get to its location which I don't have. 

 

Is there a secret on how to get it removed short of dropping the steering column down to get at it? My friendly mechanic stated, "you should be able to reach up and grab the switch and push it toward the ratcheting end and then drop it out of the holder." I cannot get my hands anywhere near the switch to even begin to move it in any direction. 

 

What's is the magic removal process?