It's pretty involved. You can follow the instructions from this site. I ended up taking it to a garage and had someone do it because I got stuck at one of the steps. To get the alternator out you have to take apart the entire passenger side wheel assembly. Pieces wouldn't come apart anymore. (Just as a side note, this is the worst car I've ever worked on.) Good luck! http://www.autozone.com/shopping/repairGuide.htm?pageId=0900c152800a88ca
You go to a mechanic.
Are there any steps on how to change the alternator on a 1198 ford contour?
Yes, it shouldn't be a problem.
what would it could to replace time belt on a Ford Contour 1999?
visit www.contour.org
How to replace power steering hose in 1999 ford excort
Ford recommends 60K
very carefully
loosen the serpretine belt tension and remove the two bolt that hold the alternator
you buy a new one
where is the oil filter on a ford contour, 1999
Where is the oil filter located in a 1999 Ford Contour