How do I fix error code P0741?

Possible fixes to clear a OBD-II Trouble Code P0741 include:

1. Replace the TCC solenoid.
2. Repair TCC solenoid wiring.
3. Replace valve body, including all solenoids.
4. Replace transmission control module.
5. Repair damaged transmission wiring harness/connector.
6. Replace defective engine coolant temperature sensor.

Is P0741 serious?

If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the torque converter is responsible for adding more drive power to your vehicle’s back wheels. When a P0741 code is active, it means your automatic transmission system’s torque converter is malfunctioning.

Where is the torque converter solenoid located?

► What Does a Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid do? Positioned between the rear of the engine and the front of the transmission is the torque converter.

What does diagnostic code P0741 mean?

Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0741 stands for “Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Circuit Performance/Stuck Off.” To put it plain and simple, code p0741 triggers when an onboard computer, referred to as a control module, perceives a problem with the operation of the torque converter clutch (TCC).

What happens when a torque converter solenoid goes bad?

The torque converter clutch solenoid is an electronic component that helps to measure the fluid pressure and regulate how much fluid the lockup clutch receives. If the solenoid is faulty, there won’t be an accurate measure of how much transmission fluid is a need which could lead to abnormal fluid pressures.

How expensive is it to replace a torque converter?

Most auto repair shops will charge someone anywhere from $600 to $1000 for a torque converter replacement job. If you would rather do the replacement job yourself, then a new torque converter will cost anywhere from $150 to $500. The exact cost depends on the make and model of your vehicle.

Is it worth replacing the torque converter?

A bad torque converter will emit noises, and that is an obvious sign that it needs to be checked. Therefore, if you hear a whirring or clicking sound, either from the damaged bearings or broken turbine fin, you need a replacement.