Q: P0741 OBD code

asked by on October 10, 2016

P0741 OBD code

My car has 80000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

Hello, thanks for writing in about your Volkswagen Passat. Trouble code P0741 indicates: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off.

If you need help with getting this fixed, consider YourMechanic, as one of our mobile technicians can come to your home or office to diagnose your Check Engine Light and help you fix it accordingly.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

How do I check the level of the oil?
You should check your engine oil periodically, to be sure that you have a sufficient level. It is especially important to check your oil at the beginning and end of long drives. Checking your oil is easy: Park your car...
Have to jumpstart my car every day
The vehicle may be having a problem with the A/C relay staying engaged after you shut off the vehicle. Try and make sure the A/C is off and the compressor is not engaged after you shut off your vehicle to...
When turning on navigation system, radio comes on too
The navigation system and the radio do affect each other and use each other to work. When the navigation comes on it turns the radio on as well to provide volume for the voice directions. This is normal operation and...
Looking to buy a 08 Ford F150 with seized plugs
I would make sure that the vehicle had the new inserts put into the plug holes or the new plug may blow out. Have the car dealer show you the work that was done to see if new inserts were...
Serpentine belt popped off engine while running
Hello there, many faults will cause the drive belt on your 2007 Dodge Durango to fall off. In many cases the belt comes off from either a seized pulley, or a pulley that is walking. If your harmonic balancer pulley...
Trying to get power to operate heated mirrors.
Hi there. Yes you could hook up a climate control cluster that has the rear defroster switch and wire the switch in with a slot from the fuse panel as a power on when the key is on. Then you...
1992 Honda Accord cooling fans not operating properly.
Hi there. Your issue is the ECT (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/coolant-temperature-switch-sensor-replacement) sensor B is not closing the loop when engaged. There is power to the sensor A from the computer, but the sensor B is not connecting when the vehicle is running hot...
Was wondering if I Isuzu 5.2 4hke TS diesel could be ran without a muffler
Hi There, It sounds like you are having an issue with the DPF check engine light. The DPF light relates to the diesel particulate system in your vehicle which includes a filter in the exhaust system that is designed to...
If one tie rod is bad on my 2005 Toyota Camry do I need to replace both of them.
Hello. Though it is good to have balance in your steering system and it is good practice to replace parts on both sides at the same time, you do not need to do that. You onlt need to replace the...

Related articles

P0236 OBD-II Trouble Code: Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance
P0236 code definition Turbocharger Boost Sensor A Circuit Range/Performance What the P0236 code means P0236 is an OBD-II generic code that is...
P0806 OBD-II Trouble Code: Clutch Position Sensor Circuit Range/Performance Malfunction
P0806 code means there is an issue with the clutch position sensor (manual) or a problem with the PCM in an automatic, often due too damaged wiring.
P0417 OBD-II Trouble Code: Secondary Air Injection System Switching Valve B Circuit Shorted
Trouble code P0417 means the PCM has detected an issue with the secondary air injection system, often due to a faulty air pump.