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- Page 1 MODEL 5509 owners manual...
- Page 2 Advanced Tuning Adjustments stands behind it. Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to Index assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new Jato 3.3!
- Page 3 P.O. Box 1128 The driver must exercise all caution and accept full responsibility for Winterbourne, Bristol Special advice from Traxxas to make things easier and more fun. their own safety, and the safety of others nearby. Full-speed operation BS36-2SH requires a large, smooth running area free of obstacles and closed off England to pedestrian and automobile traffic.
- Page 4 Safety Precautions All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new Jato. Operate your Do not operate your Jato at night, or anytime your line of sight to the Jato sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you model may be obstructed or impaired in any way.
- Page 5 ™ NiCad or NiMH NiCad or NiMH battery charger 12 AA alkaline batteries see page21 7.2V battery pack Traxxas part #3030X shown • Safety glasses • Thin, hobby-quality cyanoacrylate instant tire glue (CA glue) • Side cutters or needle nose pliers...
- Page 6 Anatomy of Your Jato 3.3 EZ-Start Air Filter Fuel Line Steering Servo Plug Engine Shut-off (under top plate) Slipper Clutch Clamp Throttle/Brake Roll hoop Suspension Arm Servo Spur Gear Battery Box, Brake Tension Mid Location Fuel Pull Ring Oil Shock (Damper) Adjuster On/Off Switch Throttle Return...
- Page 7 Quick Start: Getting up to Speed The following guide is an overview of the procedures for getting your Jato running, from opening the box to breaking in and tuning your engine. Refer to the pages indicated for details on each step. Look for the Quick Start logo on the bottom corners of Quick Start pages. The Quick Start Guide is not intended to replace 1.
- Page 8 Gluing the Tires and Decorating your Jato 3.3 Tire Gluing Applying The Decals The factory tires on your Jato are already glued to the rims. The tires The main decals have already been Always wear safety glasses to prevent glue from must be glued to the rims to prevent the rims from spinning inside the applied to your Jato.
- Page 9 The Traxxas TQ Radio System Your Jato is equipped with the TQ Radio System. The TQ is a 2-channel system that provides high-power output up to a quarter mile and control for two servos. The Jato makes use of two channels for throttle/brake and steering.
- Page 10 Frequency band - The radio frequency used by the transmitter to send the transmitter. signals to your Jato. All Traxxas RTR models operate on a 27 MHz frequency band. mAh – Abbreviation for milliamp hour. Measure of the capacity of the battery pack.
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Page 11: Installing Transmitter Batteries
The Traxxas TQ Radio System Installing Transmitter Batteries Your TQ transmitter uses 8 AA batteries. The battery compartment is Use the Right Batteries located in the base of the transmitter. Your transmitter uses AA batteries. Use new alkaline batteries, or rechargeable... - Page 12 4. Install the 5-cell RX Power Pack into the rear battery box, carefully positioning the wires into the slots so that they will not be pinched Traxxas' integrated TRX Power System is the easiest way to add the when both battery covers are reinstalled.
- Page 13 The Traxxas TQ Radio System Setting up the Antenna Antenna Tip Spray a little window 1. Locate the black antenna wire that exits the receiver cover. The cleaner on the antenna receiver cover is located between the fuel tank and the tuned pipe.
- Page 14 The Traxxas TQ Radio System There are two settings available: TQ Radio System Controls Steering 50/50: Allows equal travel for both acceleration and braking. 70/30: Allows more throttle travel (70%) and less brake travel (30%). 50/50 is the required setting for Jato with the TRX 3.3 Racing Engine.
- Page 15 The Traxxas TQ Radio System Always have the transmitter and receiver turned on before you start TQ Radio System Rules the engine. Never turn the radio system off while the engine is Remember, always turn the Each time you prepare to run your Jato, running.
- Page 16 The Traxxas TQ Radio System 6. Operate the throttle trigger on the transmitter and check for rapid Using the TQ Radio System operation of the throttle servo. When the throttle trigger is pulled The TQ Radio System was pre-adjusted at the factory. The adjustment When the engine is running, back, the carburetor should open (slide moves out).
- Page 17 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine ™ Introduction The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine is the next generation of TRX nitro power. Traxxas strongly The larger displacement and advanced porting generate class-leading discourages changing or horsepower while still maintaining the TRX Racing Engine characteristics of modifying any part of the TRX 3.3 Racing Engine.
- Page 18 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Illustrated Jato’s fuel tank is equipped Air Filter Head Protector with a built-in sintered Housing bronze fuel filter. Cylinder head Idle Speed Screw EZ-Start Drive Unit EZ-Start Motor High-Speed Needle Low-Speed Needle Fuel Intake Crankcase Air Intake...
- Page 19 Dirt ingestion is the number one cause EZ-Start - Traxxas on-board electric starting system. The system consists of of premature engine failure so the engine should never be run without the a hand held starter control unit and an on-board gearbox with an electric air filter in place.
- Page 20 On High-speed needle (HSN) - Adjusts the carburetors fuel/air mixture at high a Traxxas model this is done by holding your finger over the exhaust tip for throttle openings.
- Page 21 When using Traxxas Top Fuel, using higher nitro percentages does not Traxxas Top Fuel is made with just the right balance of the highest Follow fuel label warnings. cause the engine to wear out faster. 33% Top Fuel contains the same grade natural and synthetic lubricants to allow excellent throttle quality lubrication package as 10 and 20% Top Fuel.
- Page 22 5. Oil the foam element with foam filter oil. Use the supplied Traxxas filter oil (part# 5263) or a high-quality, special-purpose foam filter oil The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine air filter assembly consists of 3 pieces: like what is used for off-road motorcycle and ATV engines.This type...
- Page 23 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine molecules) to maintain the correct air/fuel ratio. Warmer air is less dense The Carburetor (fewer air molecules) and therefore needs less fuel to maintain the Understanding the Carburetor adjustments See page 31 for more correct air/fuel ratio. The tuning needles are there to adjust how much information on how The carburetor performs several functions.
- Page 24 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Slightly lean fuel mixtures deliver stronger, more efficient Richen See Tuning Your TRX 3.3 Water Valve combustion and more power, but with less lubrication. Racing Engine on page 30 (Controls Overall Flow) for complete information on High Speed Needle Slightly rich fuel mixtures deliver cooler running and more adjusting the air/fuel...
- Page 25 The Traxxas EZ-Start ™ Electric Starting System Use the Right Charger The Traxxas EZ-Start brings the convenience of push-button electric Installing the EZ-Start Battery The most convenient type engine starting to your Jato. The EZ-Start consists of a hand-held control The EZ-Start system requires a fully charged 7.2-volt rechargeable NiCad...
- Page 26 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Using the EZ-Start slows under the heavier load. This causes the protection circuit to shut off the power to the motor. Allow at least 3 minutes for the starter motor Your EZ-Start controller plugs into a 4-prong receptacle in the center of When the EZ-Start to cool and the circuit to automatically reset before continuing.
- Page 27 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Clearing a Flooded Engine 3. Put two or three drops of light machine If the engine is primed for too long during startup, then it can become flooded with fuel. When the engine is flooded it will no oil into the glow plug hole to lubricate the piston and sleeve.
- Page 28 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Breaking in Your TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Keep extra Traxxas glow plugs handy. The break-in process can cause The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine uses a ringless, aluminum-brass-chrome (ABC) deposits to form on the plug leading to plug failure.
- Page 29 3. When the fuel tank is nearly empty, shut off the engine and let it cool 2. The model should now be shifting into second gear. If it is not, try Traxxas break-in procedure. for 15 minutes. Other break-in procedures...
- Page 30 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Winter Break-in Tips We do not recommend that you operate your engine below 35 degrees During the break-in process, the piston and sleeve wear into each other to Fahrenheit. If you insist on running your vehicle below 35 degrees, be When tuning for form a precise fit.
- Page 31 The TRX 3.3 Racing Engine Before you begin tuning, the engine should be warmed up to its normal Fluctuating idle speed. operating temperature and running slightly rich. All final tuning adjustments Temperature measurement above 270° F at the glow plug When adjusting the low must be made to the engine at its normal operating temperature.
- Page 32 Watch closely for any signs of overheating. temperature gauge (Traxxas on-board digital Richen the fuel mixture slightly to provide a safety margin of additional temperature gauge, part #4091). Engine cooling lubrication.
- Page 33 Driving Your Jato 3.3 Introduction Driving Tips Your TRX 3.3 Racing Engine is broken in, the fuel mixture is balanced, Jato is very fast. Select a large area to drive with few opportunities for and the idle is set…now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains collision until you become familiar with Jato’s speed and handling.
- Page 34 Adjustment such as pavement, where Optional springs available from Traxxas are listed below. Refer to your procedures for alignment, spring rate, damping, steering, and ride controlling wheelies can be parts list for a complete part number listing. Higher rate springs are difficult.
- Page 35 Basic Tuning Adjustments Upper Shock Mounting Positions an oil of certain viscosity will become less viscous at higher temperatures and more viscous at lower temperatures. Operating in regions with cold The upper shock mounting positions will Important: The shocks are temperatures may require lower viscosity oil.
- Page 36 Basic Tuning Adjustments Alignment Settings Static Camber: Base Factory Settings The alignment settings are critical for optimizing the performance of Jato. For caster and roll center Front: 1-degree negative camber each side Adjust your alignment as carefully and precisely as you possibly can. tuning see Advanced Tuning Rear: 1-degree negative camber each side Adjustments on page 42.
- Page 37 Basic Tuning Adjustments Adjusting the Two-Speed Transmission Transmission Tuning Jato comes equipped with an adjustable two-speed transmission. When the Adjusting the Slipper Clutch shift point on the transmission is adjusted correctly, it will maximize Your Jato is equipped with an acceleration and improve drivability.
- Page 38 (about the steering servo or disassemble the steering linkage please follow these with non-Traxxas servos. 0.1mm thick) between the mating teeth. Loosen instructions carefully. the four engine mount screws from the bottom...
- Page 39 Basic Tuning Adjustments Brake Setup & Adjustment Jato is equipped with an adjustable disc brake. The brake is preset at the factory and should not require attention. As the brake material wears, future adjustments may be necessary. Brake Shoulder Screw Adjustment The two shoulder bolts that are used to secure the brake pads to the transmission housing may need to be adjusted periodically as the brake material...
- Page 40 The cleanliness and condition of your Slipper clutch pads (friction Traxxas Lifetime Engine air filter directly influences the running life span of your engine. Do not material): Under normal use, the Replacement Plan (ERP).
- Page 41 After-run Procedure 6. Place a rag or paper towel over the engine to catch any WD-40 or You must perform after-run maintenance on your Traxxas engine Denatured alcohol after-run oil that may come out the carburetor or glow plug hole.
- Page 42 Advanced Tuning adjustments This advanced tuning guide will take you one step further into the 3. Disconnect the throttle return spring from the molded chassis brace. innovative adjustment possibilities that have been designed into 4. Remove the two 4x18-countersunk machine Jato.
- Page 43 Advanced Tuning Adjustments Camber Gain Down Travel Limiters (optional) Jato has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry of the front An optional kit is available separately for and rear suspension. The camber gain of the vehicle can be changed by installing suspension down travel limiters moving the camber link attachment to a different horizontal mounting on the front and rear of Jato.
- Page 44 Advanced Tuning Adjustments lower or higher viscosity oil will vary the performance characteristics of the Differential Tuning: Transmission and Differential tuning differential. The differential uses standard silicone shock oils. Use higher viscosity Adjusting the Gear Ratio (thicker) oil for: Changing to a higher viscosity oil in the differential will reduce the The gear ratio on Jato can be adjusted for different conditions that may More power to the wheels tendency for engine power to be transferred to the wheel with the least...
- Page 45 Index tension adjuster, 6 winter break-in, 30 After-run Procedure, 41 Fuel tank, 6, 18 Bumper, 6 factory needle settings, 24 Air filter, 6, 18, 33 filling, 22 cleaning (maintenance), 22 Camber gain, 43 flooding, 27 Gear ratio, 44 oil, 22 Camber link, 6 high altitude operation, 29 Glow plug...
- Page 46 Transmitter, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16 Sleeve maintenance, 40 power indicator, 9, 11 Slipper clutch, 6 power switch, 9 adjusting, 37 Traxxas Lifetime Engine pads, 40 Replacement Plan, 40 Trim, see also Throttle trim, Spur gear, 6 Steering trim, 10 changing, 38...
- Page 48 MODEL 5509 1 100 Klein Road, Plano, Texas 75074 1-888-TRAXXAS 060515...