2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Owner's Manual - Page 244

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 3-34. Filling a Portable Fuel Container -l Neve, ,ill a portable fuel conl,,,ler while it is in your vehicle. Static electricity discharge from the container can ignite the gasoline vapor. You can be badly burned and your vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: Dispense gasoline only into approved containers. Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, pickup bed or on any surface other than the ground. Bringthefillnozzleincontactwiththe inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle. Contact should be maintained enti! the fi!!jnn ymnlntn 3 r----Don't smoke while pumping gasoline. Notice; 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 wrongtype, 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. l I ' 5-9