PRECAUTIONS We know you’re excited about getting your new model on the road, but Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to it’s very important that you take some time to read through the Owner’s ANATOMY OF THE ensure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction possible.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate your • No Reverse Voltage: The ESC is not protected against reverse polarity voltage. model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and •...
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LiPo batteries • ALWAYS unplug the charger from the wall outlet and disconnect in Traxxas models. If you have questions about LiPo battery usage, • DO NOT attempt to build your own LiPo battery pack from loose the battery when not in use.
Carrier (LiPo battery standard on Model 6809L only. 68077 Rear Body Mount includes Series 4 NiMH battery) Front Front Shock Tower Rear Sway Bar Traxxas High-Current Sway Bar Connector Front Bumper Rear Bumper Chassis Drive Shaft Shock Rear Shock Tower...
8mm/4mm wrench 4-way wrench model, but are a good idea to include in any R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, Part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife for use with • Side cutters and/or needle...
QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your model running. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace the 1.
RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INTRODUCTION with each other. The VXL-3s electronic speed control is optimized to virtually eliminate cogging. Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals Traxxas Link ™ Model Memory. The transmitter’s easy-to-use design...
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TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance used in the VXL-3s electronic speed control detect overloading and To prevent loss of radio range to the “memory”...
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(for optional use) Receiver cable Heat Sink (RX wire) Power Switch Battery Compartment EZ-Set Button (On/Off Button) ** Accessory sensor port for use with the Telemetry Expander Module (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE • 11...
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Traxxas Power Cell Battery Pack. Cheaply made battery packs do not retain their performance characteristics after repeated uses in high-powered electric applications.
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• 166mm (6.54") long 3. Plug your Traxxas Power Cell 2-cell LiPo into the charger using x 49.5mm (1.95") wide its balance plug. LEDs 1 and 2 will glow steady red, indicating 25mm side: Standard NiMH stick pack setup •...
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TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS • In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another, the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds Remember, always turn the of turning on the transmitter. The transmitter LED will flash fast TQi transmitter on first and red, indicating a failure to link.
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TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The Using Reverse: While driving, Before each running session with your model, you should range-test...
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TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 2. Press and hold the receiver’s LINK button as you switch on the becomes. Decreased steering sensitivity may be helpful when driving speed control by pressing the EZ-Set button. on low-traction surfaces, when driving at high speed, or on tracks To prevent loss of radio that favor sweeping turns where gentle steering inputs are required.
3. Turn the transmitter on. 7. To turn the VXL-3s off, press the EZ-Set button until the LED turns 4. Release MENU and SET. The transmitter LED will blink red. TRAXXAS • 17 off (.5 seconds).
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ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection 4. The LED will blink and then turn solid green The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and reverse). (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low- Patent-Pending Training To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% reverse (Profile Voltage Detection DISABLED).
DRIVING YOUR MODEL Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on About Run Time driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here A large factor affecting run time is the type and condition of your are some important precautions to keep in mind.
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Do not allow mud to collect • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to on the motor or pack around the motor.
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Be sure to wear eye protection when using spray guides in the receiver box. aerosol cleaners. 7. Apply small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp. 8. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.5x12mm cap screws securely. SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE • 21...
BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need ADJUSTING THE TOE-IN to make adjustments for better driving performance. Toe-in refers to the angle of the wheels as viewed from above. All of the toe links are Geometry and alignment specs play an important roll in your installed on the truck so the ADJUSTING GEAR MESH...
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BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS the right side, R on the left side) to provide 1° of toe-in. 2. Connect the steering servo to channel 1 on the receiver. Connect Slash 4x4 Ultimate also includes the plastic rear stub axle carriers as the electronic speed control (ESC) to channel 2.
If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it require attention. Always 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is check your wheel nuts and or suspension.
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maintaining your model Suspension and slipper clutch assembly removal The Slash 4X4 Ultimate was designed with ease of disassembly in mind. The entire front and rear suspension assemblies can be removed from the chassis fully intact with the removal of only a few screws. Refer to the exploded views included in the Slash 4X4 Ultimate Service and Support Guide for complete assembly diagrams.
ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Gearing Compatibility Chart: CAMBER GAIN and potentially more steering. Raising the roll center on the front and The chart below shows recommended rear equally will increase overall roll resistance without changing the Slash 4X4 Ultimate has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry gear combination ranges for your model.
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ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS GEARING LIPO BATTERIES One of the more significant advantages to your model’s transmission LiPo batteries are intended only for the most advanced users that are Velineon 3500 Specs is the extremely wide range of available gear ratios. Changing the educated on the risks associated with LiPo battery use.
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Only use silicone front screws do not need to be removed. oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers silicone differential fluid in a 4. Remove the 3x20mm button-head screw from the bumper variety of viscosities: mount and tie bar.
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ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 5. Slide the bumper assembly off of the chassis. 3. Insert the included center differential unit into the rear of the chassis (where the spur gear/slipper unit was removed). Stand 6. Remove the tie bar from the chassis. the chassis up on the front bumper to hold the spur gear steady 7.
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Optional shock springs and disassembled to change the oil. optional piston. Be careful not to lose available from Traxxas. the small washer located below the Refer to your parts list for 1. Remove the lower spring retainer and shock spring.
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(closer to the sway bar mount). • Adjust rear linkage placement for softer response (farther from the sway bar mount). If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only) SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE • 31...
Connecting mode The TQi radio system automatically keeps track of what vehicles it has bound a paired device. to and what settings were used for each--up to 30 models total! Traxxas Link Slow blue See above for information on pairing Pairing mode (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off)
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Many When the Multi-Function knob is device and the Traxxas Link application. All the features described racers set Dual Rate so they have only as much steering throw as...
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Press SET to delete the model. Press and hold MENU to Setting Lock turn them on and drive. With Traxxas Link Model Memory, return to driving mode. Once you’ve adjusted all of these settings the way you like...
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3. Press SET. The red LED will blink in single intervals to indicate Steering Dual Rate has been selected. Model Locking Press Unlock Traxxas-Link Press 4. Press MENU twice. The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to One Blink Green One Blink Red Four Blinks Green indicate Steering Percentage has been selected.
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ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Set Multi-Function MENU TREE FORMULAS knob for STEERING Press/hold MENU Press SET Press SET to confirm Press/hold MENU SENSITIVITY (Expo) To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without green LED blinks red LED blinks green LED blinks (x8) returns to driving mode referencing the menu tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the...