Powertrain
generic / SAE
P053D
PCV Heater A Performance
The PCV heater on path A is electrically intact but does not deliver the expected thermal effect - hose temperature does not rise as commanded. Heater element aged or contact resistance increased.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number5 / 3D
Possible causes
- Heater element aged high
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: easy
- DIY: possible
- Estimated cost: 60–250 €
- Estimated time: 0.4–1.4 h
- Component: pcv heater a
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
Sources
References
sae:J2012