1997 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 234

When youput the cap back on, turn it to the right (clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. Make sure CAUTION: you fully install the cap. The diagnostic system can I determine if the fuel cap has beenleft off or improperly If you get gasoline on yourself then and installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the something ignites it, could be badly burned. you atmosphere. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in Gasoline can spray out on if you open the you the Index. fuel fillercap tooquickly, This spray can happen if your tankis nearly full, and is more likely in NOTICE: hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any "hiss" noise to stop. Then unscrew If you need a new cap, be sure to the right get the capall the way. type. Your dealer can get one for you,you get If the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light painted surfaces as soon as possible. See "Cleaning the and your fuel tank and emissions system may be Outside of Your Pontiac" in the Index. damaged. See "Malfunction Indicator Lamp" in the Index, A 6-7