P0741 - Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
System
Powertrain (Engine & Gearbox)
Technical Description
The control module has detected a fault in the Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off (P0741).
Multimeter Test Points & Nominal Values
| Test Point / Component | Measurement | Nominal Target Range | Test Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off – Coil Resistance | Resistance (Ω) | 3 - 30 Ω (typical) | Connector disconnected at 20°C |
| Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off – Duty Cycle | PWM (%) | 5 - 95 % (modulates with target) | Engine running, actuator in control |
| Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off – Supply Voltage | Voltage (V) | 11.8 - 14.4 V | Ignition ON at connector |
Connector disconnected at 20°C
Engine running, actuator in control
Ignition ON at connector
Oscilloscope Waveform Analysis
2 ms/div, 20 V/divPossible Causes
Mechanical sticking or debris/carbon contamination jamming Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
Chafed or pinched wiring harness along the signal path to Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
Internal mechanical wear or carbon deposits inside Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
Defective internal output driver or reference circuit in the control module for Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
Symptoms
4
Recommended Solution
Command the actuator via scan-tool output tests to determine if the solenoid can overcome the return spring.
Verify loaded supply voltage and harness terminal pins at Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off.
Check circuit continuity and ground-side voltage drop (< 0.05 V) for Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Circuit Performance/Stuck Off.
Check supply and the low-side driver at the ECM connector. Replace the actuator or repair the circuit based on the readings.
Mechanic's Tip
Use the scan-tool output test with the scope on the control side at the same time. If duty changes but the actuator does not move, the valve is stuck — not the electrical fault you were chasing.