71 Dart Headlight Switch Removal

Hey guys, I could use some help. I am disassembling a donor dash to use in my project. I cannot get the shaft on the headlight switch to move in and out. It rotates, but doesn't extend, so I can't remove it. I know about the button requiring depression to remove the shaft. If I need to cut off the knob, I will, but I'm hoping to avoid that. Any suggestions? TIA. L8r

Jim