[Vwdiesel] Fuel pump sprocket removal

[Erik Lane]

I "tap" on it while also holding a pry bar behind the sprocket to hold
tension on it. I don't pry with the pry bar, just hold it still. Then
tap on the center bolt, with the nut still on it, but loose. That
should pop it off, though it might take a few somewhat serious "taps."

Good luck!
Erik

On Wed, May 26, 2010 at 1:56 PM, Bud S <cvaf4u at rhinocat.com> wrote:
> I'm trying to pull the fuel pump out so I can reseal it.  Got everything
> loose except the pump sprocket.  I have the center nut loose and some
> gap.  The Bentley says to tap the gear puller bolt with a hammer and it
> should pop off the tapered shaft.
>
> Problem is, I've done several love taps and I'm one of those guys that
> don't know my own strength.  Thank goodness for torque wrenches.
>
> Should I keep tapping it with the hammer?
>
> Thanks,
> Bud
> 85 VW Golf NA
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