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Ford SMAX engine malfunction

My 2020 Ford SMAX with a gasoline engine is giving me headaches. Check engine light's on, power's way down, and the engine feels like it's choking. I'm also hearing a whistling and loud hissing when I accelerate, plus the engine is stalling like crazy at idle. Fuel consumption has gone through the roof. Anyone else experienced this nightmare? Could it be the boost pressure actuator fault?

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A 2020 Ford SMAX with a gasoline engine is experiencing issues such as a check engine light, reduced power, engine stalling, and increased fuel consumption. The symptoms include a whistling and hissing noise during acceleration. The problem was identified as a defective electrical bypass valve, which, once replaced, resolved the issues.

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sarahdragon33

Sounds familiar. I've got an SMAX too and had similar symptoms. Is it also struggling with poor engine response?

jessica_lorenz38 (community.author)

Spot on, the engine response is terrible! What was the culprit in your case?

sarahdragon33

Turned out to be a defective electrical bypass valve. I'd suggest taking it to a workshop. It could be the same for you.

jessica_lorenz38 (community.author)

Thanks for the tip! It was indeed the electrical bypass valve. Got it replaced for 250€. Appreciate the help!

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SMAX