P0741: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off
The torque converter clutch isn't locking up when commanded.
Green, yellow, red: three ways P0741 can look
The same code can be a quick fix or a reason to pull over. Match your situation to the closest example.
Keep an eye on it
No symptoms.
Schedule a repair
Shudder or high RPM at highway speed. Repair soon.
Stop and get help
Transmission hot or slipping. Stop driving.
Symptoms you might notice
- Shudder
- Higher RPM at highway speed
- Worse economy
Common causes, cheapest first
- Worn fluid
- TCC solenoid
- Worn converter
What you can check before calling
- Check fluid
A code points to a system, not a part. Replacing parts based on the code alone is how people spend money without fixing the problem. Testing confirms the cause first.
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Generic codes (second character 0) mean the same thing on every vehicle. Some manufacturers add their own details, so check service information for your exact vehicle.
Related codes
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Look up another code
Cummins fault code (like 1922), J1939 SPN and FMI (like SPN 3251 FMI 0), or an OBD-II code (like P0420).
Questions
What does P0741 mean?
P0741 means "Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off". The torque converter clutch isn't locking up when commanded.
Can I drive with code P0741?
It depends on what the vehicle is doing. Green: No symptoms. Yellow: Shudder or high RPM at highway speed. Repair soon. Red: Transmission hot or slipping. Stop driving.
What causes P0741?
The most common causes are: worn fluid; tCC solenoid; worn converter.
Is P0741 a serious code?
It can be. Transmission hot or slipping. Stop driving.
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