getting to multifunction switch in '99 exp

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I am trying to replace multifunction switch.

So I removed the key cylinder lock.
Then I removed the tilt wheel handle.

Then I could not follow the below instruction.

NOTE: Move gear selector to lowest position to access steering column opening cover.
Release the four clips and remove the steering column opening cover.

Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
Remove the three screws.
Remove the lower steering column shroud.
Remove the upper steering column shroud.

I had no problem removing the lower steering column shroud.

However, how can I release the "four clips" to release and remove the steering column opening cover? (The above is F150 instruction)

Should I just force the upper steering column shroud out?

Thanks.