PowertrainP0741
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off
Key terms: SAE J2012: the standard generic code list · Powertrain: engine, transmission and emissions
1What it means in plain English
The torque converter clutch is not locking up (or staying locked) when the transmission computer commands it.
2Common causes
- Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid
- Low or dirty transmission fluid
- Valve body fault
- Damaged wiring or connector
- Internal torque converter fault
3Can I drive?
Have it checked soon. Fuel economy and transmission temperature may suffer; if the transmission slips, jerks, or overheats, stop driving and have it inspected.
This page gives general information. It is not professional advice. For a definite diagnosis and a repair quote, ask a qualified mechanic to inspect the car.
4Brand data 41
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0741 | Linear solenoid (SLU) Off stick Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| BMW | P0741 | EGS: Conv. lockup clutch, excessive slip Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Chrysler | P0741 | torque converter clutch circuit performance Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Stuck On Brand | Powertrain |
| Daihatsu | P0741 | Lock-up function fail Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0741 | Torque converter cannot lock Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) fault Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0741 | Wandlerkupplungskreis Leistung/bleibt aus Brand | Powertrain |
| Fiat | P0741 | Torque converter clutch circuit performance/Stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P0741 | ELECTRICAL - LAMP - TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) ILLUMINATED - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) AND/OR P1728 - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINE AND 4R70W TRANSMISSION ONLY Brand | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch(TCC) System-Stuck Off Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) System Stuck Off Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Maserati | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off Brand | Powertrain |
| Mazda | P0741 | ELECTRICAL - LAMP - TRANSMISSION CONTROL INDICATOR LAMP (TCIL) ILLUMINATED - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) AND/OR P1728 - VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5.0L ENGINE AND 4R70W TRANSMISSION ONLY Brand | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch(TCC) System-Stuck Off Brand | Powertrain |
| Perodua | P0741 | Lock-up function fail Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0741 | TCC stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch(TCC) System-Stuck Off Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0741 | SLU OFF Stuck Brand | Powertrain |
| Sprinter | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off SAE | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Malfunction Brand | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P0741 | Torque converter clutch circuit performance or stuck off Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0741 | Shift Solenoid A Performance Or Stuck Off Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0741 | Lock control stuck in the OFF position (SLU stuck in the OFF position) Brand | Powertrain |
| Volkswagen | P0741 | Torque Converter Clutch: Stuck OFF / No Power being transferred Brand | Powertrain |
Legend: SAE is the generic J2012 description; Brand is text taken from that manufacturer’s data. Manufacturer rows keep the wording and language of the source data, and non-English text is tagged so screen readers pronounce it correctly.
5Extended variant codes 2
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0741 and may be reported by some scan tools.
6Related codes
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