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  • Page 1 MODEL 67097-4 owner s manual ’...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND it’s very important that you take some time to read through the Owner’s ensure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction possible.
  • Page 3 Entire contents ©2023 Traxxas. All rights reserved. Traxxas, Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, Rustler, Rustler 4X4 Ultimate, Velineon, and ProGraphix Traxxas Internet: are trademarks or registered trademarks of Traxxas. Other brand names and marks are the property of their respective holders and are used only for 6250 Traxxas Way Traxxas.com purposes of identification.

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. • Disconnect the Battery: Always disconnect the battery or Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, batteries from the speed control when not in use.
  • Page 5 • ONLY use a Traxxas iD charger to charge Traxxas iD batteries. identifying the battery type and specifications. ONLY use a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) balance charger with a •...
  • Page 6 • DO NOT disassemble, crush, short circuit, or expose the batteries to flame or other source of ignition. Toxic materials could be released. If eye or skin contact occurs, flush with water. • If a battery gets hot to the touch during the charging process 6 • RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE...

  • Page 7: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    *Battery and charger style are subject to change and may vary from images. REMOVING AND INSTALLING THE BODY Your Rustler 4X4 Ultimate includes an innovative latching system for securing the body to the chassis. To remove the body for chassis access: 1.

  • Page 8: Anatomy Of The Rustler 4X4 Ultimate

    ANATOMY OF THE RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE Rear Camber Link Battery Hold-Down Steering Block Caster Block Half Shaft Battery Compartment Chassis Traxxas High-Current Chassis Spur Gear Front Connector Brace Suspension Arm Wheelie Bar Front Shock Tower Front Bumper Shock Rear Bumper...

  • Page 9: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed

    Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first and off last. Follow these critical steps to maintain the performance of your model and keep it in excellent running condition. Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of Quick Start pages. RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE • 9...

  • Page 10: Radio And

    RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INTRODUCTION Current - Current is a measure of power flow through the Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with electronics, usually measured in amps. If you think of a wire as a Applying the Decals Traxxas Link Model Memory.
  • Page 11 Trim - The fine-tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos, made by adjusting the throttle and steering trim knobs on the face of the transmitter. Note: The Multi-Function knob must be programmed to serve as a throttle trim adjustment. RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE • 11...
  • Page 12 CH1 - Steering Servo Trim CH1 - Channel 1* † *Not used Accessory sensor ports for use with standard voltage/temperature and RPM telemetry sensors (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) Multi-Function VXL-3s ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Knob Sensor Expansion Traxxas High-Current...
  • Page 13 Your model does not include a battery or charger. One NiMH or LiPo If the status LED doesn’t light compartment is located in the base of the transmitter. battery equipped with a Traxxas iD® High-Current Connector is required. green, check the polarity of Traxxas Power Cell iD batteries are strongly recommended for the batteries.
  • Page 14 Always turn your Turn on the model. Plug in the battery. transmitter on first. 14 • RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE...
  • Page 15 Function knob controls Traxxas Stability Management (TSM). 8. Once adjustments are made, turn off the receiver on your For more detail on TSM, refer to page 16.
  • Page 16 Drive with TSM on and off to test how it is making your control of the vehicle easier and more precise. For more information, visit Traxxas.com/tsm. Note: TSM must be completely turned off while adjusting steering trim. 16 • RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE...
  • Page 17 Rustler 4X4 Ultimate and no people or animals are nearby before self righting. The model moves quickly and the tires are spinning at high speed. If a person or animal approaches the model during self righting, cancel immediately by moving the steering wheel or the throttle trigger.

  • Page 18: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    2. Press and hold the EZ-Set button for ten seconds. The LED will turn off and then light red. Also, a “falling” musical tone will be emitted from the motor. 3. Low-Voltage Detection is now DISABLED. 18 • RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE...
  • Page 19 3. When the LED blinks red twice, Release Solid release the EZ-Set button. 4. The LED will blink and then turn solid green (Low-Voltage Detection ACTIVE) or red (Low-Voltage Detection DISABLED). The model is ready to drive. RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE • 19...
  • Page 20 The VXL-3s will stay in this mode until a fully motion and vice-versa. You charged battery is connected. must come to a complete stop, release the throttle trigger, then apply opposite throttle to engage the motor in the desired direction. 20 • RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE...

  • Page 21: Driving Your Model

    RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS • Use good, common sense whenever you are driving your model. Your new Traxxas model is designed with water-resistant features to Intentionally driving in an abusive and rough manner will only result protect the electronics in the model (receiver, servos, electronic speed in poor performance and broken parts.
  • Page 22 Do not allow mud to collect on the motor or pack around the motor. • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to wet conditions such as rain.
  • Page 23 8. Apply a small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the foam Removing the Receiver on the wire clamp (C).

  • Page 24: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    Incorrect gear mesh is the most point to the same direction. common cause of stripped spur gears. This makes it easier to Rustler 4X4 Ultimate makes improper remember which way to turn gear mesh virtually impossible. A the wrench to increase or...
  • Page 25 Adjust the slipper so that you turn counterclockwise from can hear it slip for a moment from a standing, full throttle start. (Learn fully compressed. more about adjusting the slipper clutch in the sidebar.) RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE • 25...

  • Page 26: Maintaining Your Model

    4x12 BCS • Steering: Over time, you may notice increased looseness in the steering system. Slipper The tie rod ends may wear out from use (Traxxas Parts #2742 and #5525). Clutch Replace these components as needed to restore factory tolerances.

  • Page 27: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    Fits, not recommended drive and less likely to traction roll in turns. # Spur Gear Teeth Does not fit x 2.85 = Final Gear Ratio # Pinion Gear Teeth RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE • 27...
  • Page 28 4000+ mAh 5000+ mAh 4000+ mAh 5000+ mAh 6000+ mAh Skill Level *Stock gearing *Stock Gearing **Optional, included gearing **Optional, included gearing † Optional gearing sold separately †Optional gearing, sold separately 28 • RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE See your hobby dealer.
  • Page 29 The rear differential is filled with grease, but can also be tuned with silicone differential oil. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers SAE 10,000W, 30,000W, and 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts list). The 7.
  • Page 30 4. 3x20 BCS TUNING AND MAINTAINING THE SHOCKS Refilling the differential: Rustler 4X4 Ultimate features high-performance GTR shocks that 1. Remove the four 2.5x10mm screws from the differential case utilize friction-reducing titanium nitride shafts and hard-anodized and carefully pull the diff case halves apart. Work over a towel to bodies with PTFE-coated bores to provide the ultimate in precise collect any fluid that drips from the differential.
  • Page 31 Use the included steel shock wrench Slowly move the piston up and down 7463 to hold onto the shock body while (always keeping it submerged in oil) RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE • 31 7468 C. Remove/Install Rod End 7463 tightening (A).
  • Page 32 (pivot point) to increase torsion response and Stiffer fine tune the sway bar’s response If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS for different track conditions. Softer Closer to the pivot point results (1-888-872-9927) (U.S.

  • 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 set to device and the Traxxas Link application. All the features described the servo less responsive near neutral, with increasing sensitivity throttle trim, the transmitter remembers below may also be accessed using the MENU and SET buttons on as the servo nears the limits of its travel range.
  • Page 35 Note: Your transmitter is equipped with a Throttle Trim Seek amounts of steering travel are not required. mode to prevent accidental runaways. See the sidebar on page 34 for more information. RUSTLER 4X4 ULTIMATE • 35...
  • Page 36 3. Press MENU three times. The status LED will blink green four times Model Lock 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 One Blink Red Two Blinks Green *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 MENU TREE FORMULAS Set Multi-Function 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...
  • Page 40 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 231110 67097-4-OM-EN-R00...

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