Is it safe to remove the PCB in my way?

I have a Pioneer VSX-1021 which developed DC offset.

I have found the service manual online and know the parts I need to do the repair, and it also outlines how to safely discharge the capacitors so I don't cook myself while working inside the receiver, but this is where my problem comes in: I can't seem to figure out how to access the pins I need to perform the discharge.

There are a couple minor assemblies in the way that are keeping me from getting access to them. Has anyone here worked on receivers before? Should I be safe to take this apart so long as I'm not touching in and around the capacitors to be discharged?

I'm leaning yes, but as I don't want to get hurt I figured I'd ask here first.