1998 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 264

If you get gasoline yourself and then on something ignites it, could be badly you burned. Gasoline canspray out youif you openthe on fuel fillercap too quickly. This spray can happen if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Openthe fuel filler cap slowly and wait for any "hiss" noiseto stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. The capis behind a hinged door on the right side of your vehicle. While refueling, hang the tethered cap inside the fuel door by placing the fuel cap strap in the strap hanger. To remove the cap, turn slowly to the left it (counterclockwise). The cap has a springit; if you let in go of the cap too soon, it will spring backthe right. to from Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline painted surfaces as soon as possible. See "Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle" in the Index. 6-6