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Default Removing Large Electrolytics

Some people use a butane torch to heat the solder joints gently while pulling on the component. Practice this technique before you do it on something you want to save. I have done this for DIP ICs.

Since you are pretty sure it is bad, I would clip the leads, destroying the can beforehand if necessary.