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  • Page 1 MODEL 68077-4 owner s manual ’...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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.
  • Page 3 Entire contents ©2020 Traxxas. All rights reserved. Traxxas, Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, Slash, Velineon, and ProGraphix are trademarks or registered Traxxas Internet: trademarks of Traxxas. Other brand names and marks are the property of their respective holders and are used only for purposes of identification. No 6250 Traxxas Way Traxxas.com part of this manual may be reproduced or distributed in print or electronic media without the express written permission of Traxxas.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. • Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic All instructions and safe, and fun for you and those around you.
  • Page 5 LiPos. on the risks associated with LiPo battery use. Traxxas does not • Store and transport your battery pack(s) in a cool dry place.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued from previous page) • REMOVE flammable items and combustible materials from the • Allow the battery pack to cool off between runs (before charging). charging area. • ALWAYS unplug the charger and disconnect the battery when not •...

  • Page 7: Anatomy Of The Slash 4X4 Ultimate

    Caster Block (Rear Camber Link) Rear Hub (C-Hub) Carrier Chassis Front Sway Bar Rear Body Mount Front Shock Tower Rear Sway Bar Traxxas High-Current Connector Front Bumper Rear Bumper Drive Shaft Shock Rear Shock Tower (Damper) Motor (Velineon 3500) LED Light...

  • Page 8: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    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...

  • Page 9: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    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.

  • Page 10: Traxxas Tq

    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...
  • Page 11 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”...
  • Page 12 (for optional use) Receiver cable Heat Sink (RX wire) Power Switch Battery Compartment EZ-Set Button ** Accessory sensor expansion port for use with the Telemetry Expander Module 12 • SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE (On/Off Button) (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information)
  • Page 13 Traxxas High-Current Connector is required. green, check the polarity of Traxxas Power Cell iD batteries are strongly recommended for maximum the batteries. If you see any performance and safer charging. The following chart lists all the available...
  • Page 14 Secure, separately) to automatically (lock) the end into the front hold-down recognize connected battery long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered to retainer (B). packs and optimize the extract all the power your battery has to give.
  • Page 15 From the factory, the Multi-Function knob sign of weak batteries. Never the transmitter on first and off last. controls Traxxas Stability Management (TSM). For more detail on turn the transmitter off when • Always use new batteries for the radio system.
  • Page 16 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 Before each running session with your model, you should range-test Using Reverse: While driving, adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
  • Page 17 To remove the antenna tube, was engineered into your Traxxas cut the metal tip, and do not simply remove the set screw with the bend or cut the white wire at model by helping you to maintain included 1.5mm wrench.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    7. To turn the VXL-3s off, press the EZ-Set button until the LED turns 2. Hold both MENU and SET. off (.5 seconds). 18 • TRAXXAS 3. Turn the transmitter on. 4. Release MENU and SET. The transmitter LED will blink red.
  • Page 19 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection Note: If you missed the mode you wanted, keep the EZ-Set button pressed down The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and reverse). and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released and a Mode is selected. Patented Training Mode To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% reverse (Profile LED Codes and Protection Modes...

  • Page 20: Driving Your Model

    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.
  • Page 21 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.
  • Page 22 DRIVING YOUR MODEL 7. Let the truck stand or you may blow it off with compressed air. Placing RECEIVER BOX: MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL the truck in a warm, sunny spot will aid drying. Trapped water and oil Removing and Installing Radio Gear will continue to drip from the truck for a few hours.

  • Page 23: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    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...
  • Page 24 BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Slash 4x4 Ultimate can also use plastic rear stub axle carriers (part 2. Connect the steering servo to channel 1 on the receiver. Connect #1952, sold separately), which offer 2.5° of toe-in. They can be the electronic speed control (ESC) to channel 2. The white wire on To achieve a good starting installed on either side of the truck, as they are not left/right specific.

  • Page 25: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure require attention. Always is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is check your wheel nuts and or suspension.
  • Page 26 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.

  • Page 27: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS CAMBER GAIN and potentially more steering. Raising the roll center on the front and Gearing Compatibility Chart: 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.
  • Page 28 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.
  • Page 29 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.
  • Page 30 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.
  • Page 31 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 1. Remove the lower spring retainer and shock spring. Refer to your parts list for piston.
  • Page 32 (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) 32 • SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE...

  • Page 33: Tq Advanced Tuning Guide

    Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Traxxas countries.
  • Page 34 The following items can be adjusted most easily using your mobile “negative exponential” and decrease steering sensitivity by making When the Multi-Function knob is device and the Traxxas Link application. All the features described the servo less responsive near neutral, with increasing sensitivity set to throttle trim, the transmitter below may also be accessed using the MENU and SET buttons on as the servo nears the limits of its travel range.
  • Page 35 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Decreased Steering Sensitivity Steering and Throttle End Points Effective Turning Turning Range Range on Model (Negative Exponential): at Transmitter The TQi transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo’s By turning the Multi-Function travel range (or its “end point”) independently for left and right knob clockwise, the steering travel (on the steering channel) and throttle/brake travel (on the sensitivity of the model will be...
  • Page 36 3. Press MENU three times. The status LED will blink green four Model Lock times repeatedly. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty 4. Press SET once. The status LED will blink green models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, once repeatedly.
  • Page 37 Transmitter is restored to default Press C onfirm Deletion Delete Model Two Blinks Green One Blink Red *Torque Control is a feature designed only for use with the power system in the Traxxas Funny Car Race Replica (Model #6907).
  • Page 38 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...
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  • Page 42 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 200831 68077-4-OM-EN-R06...

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