SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 · powertrain

P0741: Wandlerüberbrückungskupplung — Fehlfunktion / schließt nicht

Wandlerüberbrückungskupplung — Fehlfunktion / schließt nicht: Slip RPM across the torque converter exceeds threshold when lock-up clutch is commanded engaged at highway speed.

P0741 — Diagnostic Summary
Trouble Code (DTC)P0741
Official SAE DefinitionWandlerüberbrückungskupplung — Fehlfunktion / schließt nicht
Vehicle Subsystempowertrain
Driving SeverityMEDIUM

Observable Symptoms

  • 200–300 RPM higher engine speed at highway cruise
  • Reduced highway fuel economy
  • Overheating transmission fluid

Most Probable Root Causes

  • Worn torque converter lock-up friction lining
  • Sticking TCC solenoid or valve body bore wear
  • Low or contaminated ATF

Step-by-Step Diagnostic Procedure

  1. Monitor TCC command vs TCC slip RPM in live transmission data
  2. Inspect ATF condition and test TCC solenoid