How do you replace air conditioning compressor on 1999 Chevy Prizm?

To replace the air conditioning compressor on a 1999 Chevy Prizm, start by disconnecting the negative battery terminal and recovering the refrigerant from the system using a recovery machine. Next, remove any necessary components to access the compressor, such as the serpentine belt and mounting bolts. Disconnect the electrical connector and refrigerant lines from the old compressor, then install the new compressor by reversing the disassembly process. Finally, recharge the system with refrigerant and check for leaks before reconnecting the battery.