Powertrain
generic / SAE
P0741
Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
When the TCM commands torque converter lockup, the actual slip stays above threshold — the clutch is not engaging. Often signals worn TCC friction material; transmission fluid analysis usually shows debris.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number7 / 41
Possible causes
- TCC friction material worn high
- TCC solenoid stuck or slow to react medium
- Valve body wear (loss of clamping pressure) medium
Symptoms
- Check engine or transmission warning light on
- Harsh, delayed, or missing shifts
- Possible limp mode (locked in one gear)
- Slipping or shuddering during gear changes
Inspection / repair
- Difficulty: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 400–3500 €
- Estimated time: 3–12 h
- Component: torque converter
- Component: tcc solenoid
- Component: transmission valve body
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012