2004 toyota corolla torque converter clutch solenoid location

Last Updated on Wed, 16 Dec 2020 | Toyota Corolla 2004

(a) Install the torque converter clutch to the automatic trans-axle.

(b) Using vernier calipers, measure the dimension "A" between the transaxle fitting part and the converter fitting part of the drive plate.

(c) Using vernier calipers and a straight edge, measure the dimension "B" shown in the illustration and check that "B' is greater than "A" measured in (b). Standard: A + 1 mm or more NOTICE:

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I attached the diagram of the valve body for you to view. There is no actual torque converter solenoid but there is a valve for it in the valve body. Check out the diagrams (Below).

REMOVAL

1. REMOVE ENGINE UNDER COVER LH
2. DRAIN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID
(a)Remove the drain plug, gasket and drain ATF.
(b)Install a new gasket and drain plug.
Torque: 18 Nm (180 kgf-cm, 13 ft-lbf)
3. REMOVE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OIL PAN SUB-ASSEMBLY

(a)Remove the 18 bolts, oil pan and gasket.

NOTE: Some fluid will remain in the oil pan. Remove all pan bolts, and carefully remove the oil pan assembly.

(b)Remove the 2 magnets from oil pan.

(c)Examine particles in pan.
(1)Remove the magnets and use them to collect any steel chips. Look carefully at the chips and particles in the pan and the magnet to anticipate what type of wear you will find in the transaxle.
Steel (magnetic): bearing, gear and plate wear
Brass (non-magnetic): bearing wear

4. REMOVE VALVE BODY OIL STRAINER ASSEMBLY

(a)Remove the 3 bolts and oil strainer.

NOTE: Be careful as some fluid will come out with the oil strainer.

5. REMOVE TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY ASSEMBLY

(a)Disconnect the 4 solenoid connectors.

(b)Remove the bolt and manual detent spring.

(c)Remove the 17 bolts.

(d)Using needle-nose pliers, while disconnecting the manual valve connecting rod from the manual valve lever, remove the valve body with the manual valve together.

(e)Remove the 2 bolts (A and B bolts) and 3 solenoid valves.
(f)Remove the 3 O-rings from each of the solenoid valves.
(g)Remove the bolt (C bolt), lock plate and line pressure control valve.

Check out the diagrams (Below).

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Wednesday, May 26th, 2021 AT 6:41 PM (Merged)

P0741 Toyota - Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Performance

Possible causes

- Low transmission fluid level

- Dirty transmission fluid

- Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid valve

- Torque converter clutch solenoid valve harness or connectors

- Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted

- Transmission internal mechanical problem

Befroe doing anything, take it to your dealer and have them check it. There is a service bulletin out that adress this issue specifically. "

TSB number TC008-04

Title:

M.I.L. "ON" DTC P0741

Models:

'04 - '05 Corolla (1ZZ-FE)

November 22, 2004

Introduction

Some 2004 - 2005 model year Corolla vehicles may exhibit M.I.L. "ON" with DTC P0741 (Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Performance). Production changes have occurred to correct this condition. Follow the repair procedure to address those vehicles that exhibit the condition.

NOTE :The repair procedure must be followed closely to assure that only the affected part is replaced, as multiple possible causes are listed.

Applicable Vehicles

^ 2004 - 2005 model year Corolla vehicles equipped with 1ZZ-FE engine produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown below.

SO THAT MEANS BEFORE VIN # 1NXBR3#E#52369427

Production Change Information

Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty*:

R & R of the Speed Sensor, Transaxle, and Torque Converter Clutch Assembly are covered under the Toyota Powertrain Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 60 months or 60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

R & R of the Engine Control Module is covered under the Toyota Federal Emissions Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 96 months or 80,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

See if you can get anything resolved through Toyota first. Hope this helps, good luck.

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