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P0740 Chevrolet Code - Torque Converter Clutch Malfunction

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0740 Chevrolet?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Low transmission fluid level
  • Dirty transmission fluid
  • Faulty Control Solenoid Valve Assembly
  • Control Solenoid Valve Assembly harness is open or shorted
  • Control Solenoid Valve Assembly circuit poor electrical connection
  • Transmission internal mechanical problem
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How to Fix the DTC P0740 Chevrolet?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0740 Chevrolet code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)
  • Transmission shift shock
  • Vehicle may not shift into the highest gear

What Does the P0740 Chevrolet Code Mean?

The Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) pressure control solenoid is part of the control solenoid valve assembly which has no serviceable parts. The TCC pressure control solenoid is a normally low-pressure control solenoid. The TCC pressure control solenoid regulates the transmission fluid to the TCC regulator valve in the lower valve body and the TCC control valve in the pump cover. When vehicle operating conditions are appropriate to apply the converter clutch, the Transmission Control Module (TCM) will increase TCC pressure control current flow (duty cycle) to the TCC solenoid. The TCC pressure control solenoid directs fluid pressure to move the TCC control valve to the apply position and moves the TCC regulator apply valve to the regulating position. The TCC regulator valve regulates TCC apply fluid pressure proportional to TCC solenoid pressure. When the TCC is fully applied, the engine is coupled directly to the transmission. TCC release is accomplished by the Transmission Control Module decreasing current flow to the TCC pressure control solenoid. This results in decreasing the applied pressure which allows the TCC control valve to move to the release position. The Transmission Control Module calculates torque converter slip speed based on engine speed and transmission input shaft speed.

P0740 Chevrolet Code - Torque Converter Clutch Malfunction

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