P0741 on Lincoln
Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off
P0741 on Lincoln vehicles indicates torque converter clutch circuit performance/stuck off. Au7o has documented this code across 1 Lincoln model — most commonly on Nautilus. This code means the torque converter clutch (TCC) is not working as expected and is effectively stuck off, so the converter clutch isn't locking up the way the computer commands it to. The TCC mechanically links the engine to the transmission at cruising speeds to reduce slippage and improve fuel economy, and the computer compares engine RPM to transmission/output speed to verify lockup. When the expected RPM drop from lockup doesn't happen, it sets this performance code. You may notice higher-than-normal RPM at highway speed, reduced fuel economy, and sometimes elevated transmission temperatures.
Common Causes of P0741
- •Low, dirty, or degraded transmission fluid
- •Faulty torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid
- •Stuck or worn valve body / TCC control valve
- •Failed torque converter (internal clutch worn or slipping)
- •Internal transmission leaks reducing apply pressure
- •Damaged wiring or connector to the TCC solenoid
- •Faulty transmission control module (TCM/PCM)
P0741 on Lincoln by Model
Lincoln Nautilus(1 issue)
- 8F35 8-speed automatic shudder, buck, and jerk under 35 mph2019-2021
Nautilus models built on or before March 11, 2021 with the 8F35 8-speed automatic commonly exhibit a shudder, buck, hesitation, or jerk while accelerating from a stop up to about 35 mph (57 km/h). Ford Technical Service Bulletin 21-2389 (superseding 21-2081) attributes the condition primarily to PCM/transmission solenoid control software rather than internal mechanical wear, though severe untreated cases progressed to harsh shifting and, in a minority of CarComplaints reports, complete transmission failure. This is the single most-complained-about Nautilus problem and is the subject of a Chimicles Schwartz Kriner class-action investigation covering 2019-2021 Edge/Nautilus 8F35 vehicles.
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What does P0741 mean on Lincoln?▼
P0741 stands for "Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance/Stuck Off." This code means the torque converter clutch (TCC) is not working as expected and is effectively stuck off, so the converter clutch isn't locking up the way the computer commands it to. The TCC mechanically links the engine to the transmission at cruising speeds to reduce slippage and improve fuel economy, and the computer compares engine RPM to transmission/output speed to verify lockup. When the expected RPM drop from lockup doesn't happen, it sets this performance code. You may notice higher-than-normal RPM at highway speed, reduced fuel economy, and sometimes elevated transmission temperatures. On Lincoln specifically, this code is documented across 1 model.
What causes P0741 on Lincoln vehicles?▼
Common causes on Lincoln: Low, dirty, or degraded transmission fluid, Faulty torque converter clutch (TCC) solenoid, Stuck or worn valve body / TCC control valve, Failed torque converter (internal clutch worn or slipping), Internal transmission leaks reducing apply pressure. Specific causes vary by model and year — see the per-model sections below.
How much does it cost to fix P0741 on a Lincoln?▼
Repair costs vary widely depending on the root cause and specific Lincoln model.
Which Lincoln models have P0741 documented?▼
Au7o has documented P0741 on 1 Lincoln model: Nautilus.