Chevrolet 1998 Cavalier Owner's Manual page 267

Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift the secondary
hood release handle.
To make sure that the secondary hood release handle
works properly, lubricate the hood latch at least once
a year.
Before closing the hood, be sure all
the filler caps are on
properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the
hood prop. Remove the hood prop from the slot in the
hood and return the prop to its retainer. Lower the hood
8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm) above the vehicle and
release so that it will latch fully. Check to make sure the
hood is closed and repeat if necessary.
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