Though I didn't recognize it, my car has the boot handle installed upside down. It also is sans key. I've removed the entire switch and find that the square rod that remains attached to the latch handle and the external trim has weld spots that seem to prevent its removal. I have no problem reinstalling the latch with the handle pointing up, as it should be, but I would like to remove the tumbler to see if i can get it rekeyed to match the ignition key. I'm sure someone has done this. Help!