Working on resetting the timing on a Bosch VE pump equipped with a cold start cable.
Set the timing, started it up, but it wouldn't stay running unless I pulled the cold start knob out--too retarded.
Shut it down, began resetting the pump timing and got some crazy-high readings until we realized the cold start knob was still pulled out. My helper pushed the knob back in, found it more difficult to move than usual, then repeated this before informing me. I suspect this was because the engine was currently set at TDC.
My question: is it likely this damaged the pump internals, by forcing the cold start mechanism while at TDC?
The cable end and lever set screw all appear to be undamaged, unkinked, etc..
Thanks--appreciate any advice!