PowertrainP0742
CautionSeverity: Caution - get it checked when you can
Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On
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 staying locked when the transmission computer does not want it locked, which can make the engine shudder or stall at low speed.
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?
If the engine shudders or stalls when coming to a stop, stop driving and have it checked. Otherwise drive gently to a workshop.
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 35
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashok Leyland CV | P0742 | Charge Level Of The Battery. Warning Lamp 1. - Low Signal Brand | Powertrain |
| BAIC Motor | P0742 | Linear solenoid (SLU) On stick Brand | Powertrain |
| Mercedes-Benz | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| BMW | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On Brand | Powertrain |
| BYD | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| Chery | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| Daewoo | P0742 | Torque converter stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFS | P0742 | Torque converter slipping Brand | Powertrain |
| DFFX | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| DFXK | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) stuck open Brand | Powertrain |
| EOBD | P0742 | Wandlerkupplungskreis bleibt ein Brand | Powertrain |
| Ford | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Geely | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| GM | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On Brand | Powertrain |
| Great Wall | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| Hafei | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| Holden | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) System Stuck On Brand | Powertrain |
| Honda | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Hyundai | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Isuzu | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Land Rover | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Mahindra | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Mazda | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Mitsubishi | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| Nissan | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Opel | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On Brand | Powertrain |
| Peugeot | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Proton | P0742 | TCC stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| Saab | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On Brand | Powertrain |
| MG (SAIC) | P0742 | SLU ON Stuck Brand | Powertrain |
| Sprinter | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Subaru | P0742 | Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Stuck On SAE | Powertrain |
| Suzuki | P0742 | Torque converter clutch circuit stuck on Brand | Powertrain |
| Tata | P0742 | Shift Solenoid A Stuck On Brand | Powertrain |
| Toyota | P0742 | Lock control stuck in the ON position (SLU stuck in ON position) 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 1
These 7-character codes are manufacturer-specific variants of P0742 and may be reported by some scan tools.
| Brand | Code | Description | System |
|---|---|---|---|
| SsangYong | P074200 | Stuck torque converter lock-up clutch(on) Brand | Powertrain |
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