2003 Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual - Page 311

quickly. This spray can happen if your -_...s nearly full, and is more likelyin hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any "hiss" noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. L Be careful not to spill fuel. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-93. While refueling, hang the fuel cap by the tether using the hook located on the inside of the filler door. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left (counterr'-:kv*'-?). When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. this would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-4 1. Nofice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and maydamage your fuel tank and emissions system. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index. II j o u get fuel on yourself ,hen something ignites it, you could be badly burned. Fuel can too spray out on you if you open the fuel cap cIllu CAUTION: (Continued) 5-8