Oil pump shaft end play... causing leak???

[spidy3]

I've had a small leak from the seal behind the oil pump gear for a little while now. I have replaced the seal several times and still leaking. I noticed that the end of the oil pump shaft that the gear goes on has side to side play not a whole lot though, but enough that when I move it side to side a little bit of oil comes out from around the shaft (seal is out). I need to know if this is normal or if i need to get a new front cover and/or oil pump.



Dom

 

[5810]

Hi, can anyone can help us, my 93 tsi has the same problem, i can wiggle the sprocket side to side, & i am leaking oil real bad. Do i need a new oil pump or bearing. I dont want to buy a new oil pump if i dont have to.

Tnak you.
SAM

 

[TurboAnything]

If you can move the pump shaft back and forth then you need a new oil pump. there are no bearings you can replace they are part ofthe front case.