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1999 BMW 540IT E39

4.4L V8RWDAUTOMATICgas
Repairs0Labor595Torque2626Fluid7DTC649Battery0Maintenance0Recalls0
P2764high severityPowertrain

Torque Converter Clutch Pressure Control Solenoid Stuck Off

on 1999 BMW 540iT E39 4.4L V8 · RWD

What this code means

The TCC pressure control solenoid is stuck in the off position.

Symptoms

  • No torque converter lockup
  • Higher RPM at highway speed
  • Poor fuel economy
  • Overheating transmission

Common causes

  • Failed solenoid
  • Contaminated fluid blocking valve
  • Valve body stuck

Diagnostic steps

  1. Command TCC operation with scan tool
  2. Check for fluid contamination
  3. Pressure test

Repair notes

Replace solenoid. Check for debris in valve body.

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