short to ground
Ford · transmission
Data confidence94%
Ford documents P0740:11 (circuit short to ground) for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as short to ground. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.
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Applies toFord gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0740:12
short to power
Ford · transmission
Data confidence94%
Ford documents P0740:12 (circuit short to battery) for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as short to power. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.
Recommended checks
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Applies toFord gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0740:13
open circuit
Ford · transmission
Data confidence94%
Ford documents P0740:13 (circuit open) for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as open circuit. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.
Recommended checks
Perform a full module scan
Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
Check power supplies and grounds
Compare commanded and measured values
Check applicable OEM service information
Applies toFord gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0740:1F
circuit intermittent
Ford · transmission
Data confidence94%
Ford documents P0740:1F for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as circuit intermittent. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.
Recommended checks
Perform a full module scan
Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
Inspect relevant wiring and connectors
Check power supplies and grounds
Compare commanded and measured values
Check applicable OEM service information
Applies toFord gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0740:7E
functionally stuck on
Ford · transmission
Data confidence94%
Ford documents P0740:7E for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as functionally stuck on. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.
Recommended checks
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Applies toFord gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
P0740:7F
functionally stuck off
Ford · transmission
Data confidence94%
Ford documents P0740:7F for its 2024-2025 gasoline-engine OBD monitor strategy as functionally stuck off. This three-byte interpretation is application-specific and identifies the detected monitor condition rather than a confirmed failed component.
Recommended checks
Perform a full module scan
Review freeze-frame and occurrence data
Compare commanded and measured values
Check applicable OEM service information
Applies toFord gasoline-engine OBD applications|2024-2025 model years
Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.
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Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.
740
Specific fault index within the subsystem.
Frequently asked questions about P0740
What does P0740 mean?
Diagnostic Trouble Code (6 variants). The control module detected improper operation of the Torque Converter Clutch circuit.
Is P0740 generic or manufacturer-specific?
P0740 exists both as a generic OBD-II code (same meaning on every make) and with 1 manufacturer-specific interpretation(s): Ford. Always read it in the context of your vehicle.
Can TuningBot remove P0740 at file level?
If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.
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