89 Daytona Shelby steering column

Having a problem getting access to my steering column. I've got the steering wheel removed. There is what appears to be a metal retaining plate (could possibly be a bearing assembly) that I can't get off.

I can see underneath this ring is what appears to be the components of the hazzard lights, and underneath this (it's yellow in color) I can see two torx bolts that appear to be what holds the wheel on.

How do I remove this ring?

thanks
Exco