How to remove a water pump on a 2000 VW Jetta?

I can seam to pull out the water pump and its hard to get to. I need to replace the water pump. Anyone have suggestions? TyHow to remove a water pump on a 2000 VW Jetta?I do all my own maintenance but the first thing I always do is buy a Chilton's manual at the local parts store and look up what I want to do.Sometimes you have to get special tools and sometimes you find that there is a shortcut or a safety precaution.Good luck and hope this helps.