I just picked up an 87 chevette, great shape but it has a few issues.

the check engine light comes on intermittently. How do I get the codes out?

the brake pedal is way to close to the gas pedal. It is an automatic, so plenty of room to move it if I could figure out how to remove the pivot rod. As it looks, I might have to remove the dash to access a couple bolts which hold in the assembly. Way too much work. Am I missing something?