DTC Troubleshooting: P0741
DTC P0741: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck OFF
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the General Troubleshooting Information.

DTC Description
Confirmed DTC
Pending DTC
Freeze Frame
P0741 Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck OFF
      

1.
DTC check:

DTC check
?1.
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

?2.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.


?3.
Start the engine in P position/mode, shift the transmission to N position/mode, then to D position/mode while pressing the brake pedal. Release the brake pedal, start off in D position/mode, and test-drive the vehicle at speeds about 37 mph (60 km/h) on a flat road for at least 1 minute. Slow down and stop the vehicle, and turn the engine off.

?4.
Repeat the test-drive in step 1-3 again.

?5.
Check for Pending or Confirmed DTCs with the HDS.
DTC Description
Confirmed DTC
Pending DTC
Freeze Frame
P0741 Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck OFF
      

Is DTC P0741 indicated?

     
YES
     
     
     
Go to step 2.
     
NO
     
     
     
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. If the freeze data/on-board snapshot of this DTC is recorded, try to reproduce the failure under the same conditions with the freeze data/on-board snapshot.?
2.
Transmission fluid (HCF-2) check:

Transmission fluid (HCF-2) check
?1.
Start the engine, and warm it up to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on twice).

?2.
Make sure that the transmission is filled to the proper level, and check for fluid leaks.

?3.
Drain the transmission fluid (HCF-2) through a strainer. Inspect the strainer for metal debris or excessive clutch material.

Does the strainer have metal debris or excessive clutch material?

     
YES
     
     
     
     
NO
     
     
     
3.
Shift solenoid valve B operation check:

Shift solenoid valve B operation check
?1.
Do the shift solenoid valve B test.

Does shift solenoid valve B work properly?

     
YES
     
     
     
Shift solenoid valve B is OK. Go to step 4.
     
NO
     
     
     
Faulty shift solenoid valve B. Replace the valve body assembly.?
4.
CVT lock-up clutch control solenoid valve operation check:

CVT lock-up clutch control solenoid valve operation check
?1.
Do the CVT lock-up clutch control solenoid valve test.

Does the CVT lock-up clutch control solenoid valve work properly?

     
YES
     
     
     
The CVT lock-up clutch control solenoid valve is OK. Replace the torque converter. Also clean the hydraulic circuit.?
     
NO
     
     
     
Faulty CVT lock-up clutch control solenoid valve. Replace the valve body assembly.?