F Pace Hybrid PCV Valve Issues: Smoke & Power Loss

Having owned a 2019 E Pace Hybrid, I can share my experience with similar PCV issues. The symptoms you describe match exactly what I encountered, reduced power, check engine light, and smoke under acceleration. After noticing the idle becoming increasingly rough, I took it to the workshop. They diagnosed a clogged PCV valve causing excessive crankcase pressure, which led to oil consumption and smoke. The complete repair, including parts and labor, cost me 360€. The workshop replaced the PCV valve and cleaned the surrounding components. The fix resolved all symptoms, and the engine returned to normal operation. To prevent future issues, regular oil changes are crucial since oil sludge can clog the PCV system. Also, avoiding too many short trips where the engine doesnt reach full operating temperature helps prevent valve buildup. Before offering more specific advice, could you share: Current mileage, Oil change history, Type of driving (city/highway split), Any other warning lights or unusual sounds, Whether smoke color is blue, white, or black This information would help determine if your issue matches the common PCV valve failure pattern on these models.

Thanks for sharing the repair experience. My F Pace just hit 90255KM and had its last service 3 months ago. The PCV valve leak symptoms appeared quite suddenly, unlike the gradual progression you described. The smoke is distinctly blue and most noticeable during cold starts. Interesting point about the crankcase pressure, just checked under the hood and noticed oil residue around the valve cover area, which seems to confirm your diagnosis. The 360€ repair cost reference is helpful for budgeting. Did your workshop recommend any specific maintenance intervals for PCV system checks beyond the standard service schedule?

Thanks for those extra details. Like you, I noticed oil residue around the valve cover, which was a clear indicator of excessive crankcase pressure in my case. The sudden onset of symptoms in your F Pace, compared to my more gradual experience, actually suggests a more severe PCV malfunction. The blue smoke during cold starts, combined with the oil residue, strongly points to oil being drawn into the intake system through a failed PCV valve, exactly what happened with mine. The emissions from oil burning typically show this characteristic blue color. Regarding maintenance intervals, after my repair, the workshop actually recommended PCV system inspections every 30000KM, which is more frequent than the standard service schedule suggests. This has helped catch early signs of valve degradation before they lead to smoke and performance issues. Since your symptoms appeared suddenly at 90255KM, its worth checking if theres a technical service bulletin for this specific issue. The repair on my E Pace included a modified PCV valve design that proved more reliable than the original part. One note on your oil residue observation, make sure the workshop thoroughly cleans the valve cover area during repair, as lingering oil can mask new leaks and make it harder to spot future issues.

Thanks for the detailed feedback. After monitoring the symptoms more closely today, I can confirm the valve issues are getting worse. The blue smoke during cold starts is now more pronounced, and I noticed the idle becoming increasingly unstable. Just scheduled a workshop appointment for next week. Given the oil residue around the valve cover and the excessive crankcase pressure symptoms, I will specifically request they inspect the PCV system. The 360€ repair cost reference gives me a good baseline for what to expect. Will follow the advice about more frequent PCV system checks going forward, the 30000KM inspection interval makes sense as preventive maintenance. Should help avoid another sudden failure like this one. Appreciate all the technical insights about smoke patterns and pressure symptoms. Will update once the repair is completed to confirm if it resolves the issues as effectively as it did in your cases.