DS3 too much oil passes through pcv valve?
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Roman11
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DS3 too much oil passes through pcv valve?
Got this much oil pooling here after a short journey. I did replace pcv valve membrane and spring to see if it fixes but still no luck
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mickthemaverick
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Re: DS3 too much oil passes through pcv valve?
Are you using the manufacturer's recommended oil in the engine? That issue can occur when the oil is too thin!! 
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Roman11
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Re: DS3 too much oil passes through pcv valve?
Yes as recommended by the book 0w30 total quartz ineo first.mickthemaverick wrote: 27 Sep 2026, 10:47 Are you using the manufacturer's recommended oil in the engine? That issue can occur when the oil is too thin!!![]()
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mickthemaverick
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Re: DS3 too much oil passes through pcv valve?
As far as I can see it seems both 0-30 and 5-30 are recommended for your engine. I'd suggest the difference being average ambient temperatures where the car is used. If I'm right then I would suggest 5-30 is right for UK climate so that may be the reason for your apparent excessive evaporation. Only my reasoning with no expert knowledge to back it up! 
I used to be indecisive, now I'm not so sure!
I used to ride on two wheels, but now I need all four!
I used to ride on two wheels, but now I need all four!