Nissan Versa (N17): P0740 Torque converter

DTC Logic

DTC DETECTION LOGIC

DTC	Trouble diagnosis name	DTC detection condition	Possible causes
P0740	Torque Converter Clutch Circuit/ Open	The follow diagnosis conditions are met, and the TCM torque converter clutch solenoid valve current monitor reading is 200 mA or less continuously for 0.5 seconds or more. - Diagnosis condition - Solenoid valve output current: 750 mA or more - TCM power supply voltage: 10 V < TCM power supply voltage < 16 V	- Harness or connector (Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted to power supply.) - Torque converter clutch solenoid valve

DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Be careful of the driving speed.

1.PREPARATION BEFORE WORK

If another "DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE" occurs just before, turn ignition switch OFF and wait for at least 10 seconds, then perform the next test.

>> GO TO 2.

2.CHECK DTC DETECTION

1. Drive the vehicle.
2. Maintain the following conditions for 5 seconds or more.

Selector lever : D position

Vehicle speed : 45 km/h (28 MPH) or more

    3.   Stop the vehicle.

    4.   Check the first trip DTC.

Is "P0740" detected?

YES >> Go to TM, "Diagnosis Procedure".

NO >> INSPECTION END

Diagnosis Procedure

1.CHECK CIRCUIT BETWEEN TCM AND THE A/T UNIT

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the TCM connector and the A/T unit connector.
3. Check the continuity between the TCM harness connector and the A/T unit harness connector. 

Is the check result normal?

YES >> GO TO 2.

NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.

2.CHECK TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE

Check the torque converter clutch solenoid valve. Refer to TM, "Component Inspection (Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve)".

Is the check result normal?

YES >> Check intermittent incident. Refer to GI, "Intermittent Incident".

NO >> Repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.

Component Inspection (Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve)

1.CHECK TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE

Check the resistance between the A/T unit connector terminal and ground.  

Is the check result normal?

YES >> INSPECTION END

NO >> There is a malfunction of the torque converter clutch solenoid valve. Replace the transaxle assembly. Refer to TM, "Removal and Installation".