is it really hard to remove and install an alternator on a 2002 bmw 525i?...

[jseekins54]

i highly recommend taking it somewhere...if im not mistaken your alternator is on the passenger side of your engine and it is an absolute pain in the behind to get the serpentine belt back on afterwards seeing as the tension pulley is under the car....

 

[jumpkick]

...whats most difficult about it? I am no mechanic but do what i can especially in this financial crunch. Which is recommended a Bosch or a Valeo 120 amp alternator? Is it really difficult to remove and install an alternator on this vehicle or should i take it to a mechanic and get taken for a bunch of money??? Please Help!!!!