P053E

Crankcase Pressure Too High

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$56–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Oil leakage from oil seals and gaskets
Increased oil consumption
Reduced engine power
Smoke from the exhaust pipe

Causes

PCV valve malfunction
Crankcase ventilation ducts clogged
Piston ring wear
Damage to the cylinder head gasket

How to Fix

Check and replace PCV valve
Clean the crankcase ventilation ducts
Check the condition of the piston rings
Check the tightness of the cylinder head gasket

Related codes

P052E P053F P0171