What does code P0742 mean?

P0742 — TCC clutch stuck engaged. Vehicle stalls at stops like a manual — classic symptom. Belongs to the powertrain.transmission system. Severity: warning.

What are the common causes of P0742?

TCC solenoid stuck open; Clogged bleed passage, pressure not releasing; Mechanical lock-up in the clutch — needs torque converter service; Damaged solenoid wiring — constant signal; Valve body contamination from wear debris

Can I drive with code P0742?

Limited: reaching the nearest workshop is fine, but avoid long trips. May progress into a more serious fault.

How do I diagnose P0742?

Read the code and freeze-frame with a scanner, check related-system errors, inspect the components listed (wiring, connectors, sensors). See the "How to diagnose" section above for the full step-by-step.

How do I clear code P0742?

The code can be cleared via an OBD-II scanner (e.g. ELM327 + the Car Diagnostics app): plug the adapter into the OBD port, go to Errors → Clear. If the underlying cause isn't fixed, the code will return within a few drive cycles.

OBD-II Code P0742 — Car Diagnostics Platform

What it means

Common causes

TCC solenoid stuck open
Clogged bleed passage, pressure not releasing
Mechanical lock-up in the clutch — needs torque converter service
Damaged solenoid wiring — constant signal
Valve body contamination from wear debris
TCM/ECM failure — rare

How to diagnose

01
Read all stored and pending codes with an OBD-II adapter — get the full picture, not just the one code.
02
Capture freeze-frame data (RPM, coolant temperature, engine load) at the exact moment the code triggered.
03
Inspect the named subsystem with our app's AI explanation — get vehicle-specific causes for your make, model and year.

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