Hello!

2 questions: The Check Engine Light on my 1999 S70 (almost 60,000 miles) came on. I took it to the auto store where they read the code as P0442 Evap Emission, Control System, Leak (Small). They sold me a new gas cap and reset the light. A week later it came back on. I've been driving about 80 miles a day and the car seems be running fine with no worse gas mileage or anything. What's the likely cause? I guess I'll have to take it to a mechanic but I want to know if I can ignore it for a little while, as I don't have much money or time to deal with it right now.

2nd, at almost 60,000 miles, the car is overdue for a scheduled maintenance (according to letters I get in the mail). What goes into that? Is any of it absolutely necessary? And do I have to take it to the dealer for that?

Thanks!

 

1. It could be many things causing the light.
You will need to have it checked out somewhere. You can leave it alone for a little while but don't wait all that long.

2.The 60K is a major tune up service. You don't have to take it to a dealer just a good shop that knows Volvo's to make sure it is done right.