Torque Converter Clutch Control Error
2012-2018 Ford Focus Electric Electric Motor 🇨🇦
Description
The PCM has detected an error in the torque converter clutch operation. The TCC is not engaging or disengaging as commanded, causing a mismatch between expected and actual TCC behavior.
Symptoms
- Check Engine Light
- Poor fuel economy
- Transmission slipping
- Rough shifting
- Engine may stall at stop (TCC stuck engaged)
- Transmission overheating
Common Causes
- Low or dirty transmission fluid
- Faulty TCC solenoid
- TCC solenoid wiring open or shorted
- Worn torque converter clutch
- Valve body stuck TCC apply valve
Diagnostic Steps
- Check transmission fluid level and condition
- Test TCC solenoid resistance
- Monitor TCC engagement with scan tool
- Check TCC solenoid wiring for opens/shorts
- Test line pressure
Repair Notes
Service transmission fluid. Replace TCC solenoid if faulty. If converter clutch is worn, replace torque converter.
Related Codes
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- P0070Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit
- P0071Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Range/Performance
- P0072Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
- P0073Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High
- P0115Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor 1 Circuit
- P0116ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Range/Performance
- P0117ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Low Input
- P0118ECT Sensor 1 Circuit High Input
- P0119ECT Sensor 1 Circuit Intermittent
- P0125Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Closed Loop Fuel Control
P1741 on Other Vehicles
Common Questions
What does code P1741 mean on a 2012-2018 Ford Focus Electric?
P1741 stands for "Torque Converter Clutch Control Error". The PCM has detected an error in the torque converter clutch operation. The TCC is not engaging or disengaging as commanded, causing a mismatch between expected and actual TCC behavior.
What are the symptoms of P1741 on a Ford Focus Electric?
Common symptoms of P1741 include: Check Engine Light, Poor fuel economy, Transmission slipping, Rough shifting, Engine may stall at stop (TCC stuck engaged), Transmission overheating.
What causes P1741 on a 2012-2018 Ford Focus Electric?
Common causes of P1741 include: Low or dirty transmission fluid, Faulty TCC solenoid, TCC solenoid wiring open or shorted, Worn torque converter clutch, Valve body stuck TCC apply valve.