I haven't done it, but I think its an easy job. I can't find a link describing how to do it, but its almost self explanatory, there are 2 or 3 bolts, one on top and one on the bottom of the alternator, loosen them and you can easily push the alternator back to loosen and remove the serpentine belt that goes around the alternator's pulley (replace the belt at the same time if you want). You can keep removing the bolts holding the alternator on to completely remove it. You may need some kind of open end wrench in order to get the clearance you need to completely remove those bolts.
It's in the red cover that is connected to the positive terminal of the battery
I just paid $310 ($254 parts & shop supplies, $56 labor) to have alternator replaced on 2000 Olds Bravada.
Poor sales. The Echo was replaced with the Yaris.
This forum's DIY section is great for sterio stuff. I replaced all my speakers and headunit with no experience and right after I got my 2000 Echo with this site's help alone. Check it out: http://www.echodrivers.com/
Looking for an Echo was created in 2000.
The regulator is in the engine computer not the alternator.
because before they were not dim The heater could be drawing too much power or your alternator isn't producing enough.
how to change alternator on 2000 volvo s80
i had the same problem! replaced my alternator 3 times! battery light kept coming on, finally took it to an alternator specialist, come to find out my wireing was connected wrong, and the connector was bad, car wasn't reading the alternator correctly causing the alternator to shut down. Got it fixed for roughly 350 dollars but no problems since, suggest brand new alternator not a rebuilt one!
By taking it to someone who knows what theyre doing
I have the same thing on 2000 echo, I was told to put a long screwdriver on the alternator then put my ear to the screwdriver to hear if the squeal is coming from the bearing after verifying the belt wasn't the problem.
Looking for an Echo - 2000 is rated/received certificates of: Australia:M Iceland:L USA:R