The second option came from members of the same site so there has been a 4 year debate on it there however I tend to be thorough when it comes to something new and something that could become a headache if not done right and knowing the show and the experience I felt it worthwhile to come here and ask. With the VR6 engine in the 01 model of jetta the water pump pulley sits about 2 inches from the right frame rail and about center of its height so it would necessitate a raising or lowering of the engine to remove it but since the bentley manual does not really cover this procedure clearly its left up to the owner to figure it out.