Hi Folks - the water pump on my Jetta has bitten the dust, and I'm trying to replace it. I did this about 6 years ago when I last did the timing belt, but have forgotten a few things. The engine is an 8v 1.8 (PF).
What do I need to remove to get at this thing? I've got out the air box, pax side front wheel, ps pump, alternator and ac compressor. It looks as though there may be a bolt or two under the lower timing belt cover. Can I get at it without removing the cover? If I need to remove the cover, do I need to immobilize the crankshaft by putting a 2x4 against one of the crankshaft lobes? In other words, to get to the water pump do I also need to drop the oil pan?
Hping the naswer is no... what a PITA!
Any tricks for taking off the water pump pulley?
TIA - Chris