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Team Losi Desert Buggy XL-E 2.0 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MANUEL D'UTILISATION
Before operating this vehicle, please read all printed materials thoroughly.
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
Horizon Hobby is not responsible for inadvertent errors in this manual.

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUEL D’UTILISATION Before operating this vehicle, please read all printed materials thoroughly. MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI Horizon Hobby is not responsible for inadvertent errors in this manual.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    NOTICE All instructions, warranties and other collateral documents are subject to change at the sole discretion of Horizon Hobby, LLC. For up-to-date product literature, visit www.horizonhobby.com or www.towerhobbies.com and click on the support or resources tab for this product. MEANING OF SPECIAL LANGUAGE The following terms are used throughout the product literature to indicate various levels of potential harm when operating this product: WARNING: Procedures, which if not properly followed, create the probability of property damage, collateral damage, and serious injury OR create a high probability of superfi...

  • Page 3: Box Contents

    BOX CONTENTS COMPONENTS • Losi ® DBXL-E 2.0 RTR, AVC ® : 1/5-Scale 4WD Desert Buggy (LOS05020) • Spektrum ™ DX2E Active ™ , 2.4GHz Transmitter • Spektrum SR6100AT 6 Channel AVC Telemetry Surface Receiver (SPMSR6100AT) • Spektrum S906 1/5 Waterproof Servo (SPMS906) •...

  • Page 4: Installing The Batteries

    INSTALLING THE BATTERIES 1. Remove the 2 body clips from the vehicle as shown. 2. Lift the body to access the chassis. 3. Install (2) fully charged batteries in the vehicle. 4. Secure with the hook and loop straps. 5. Connect the batteries to the ESC. IMPORTANT: Secure the ESC wires so they do not interfere with the gearing.

  • Page 5: Disabling Avc® Technology Stability Assist

    BINDING AND CALIBRATING THE RECEIVER Binding is the process of linking the SR6100AT receiver to your Spektrum transmitter. The AVC CAUTION: When the bind process is complete, the throttle and steering channels are features on the receiver can be enabled or disabled during the binding process. active.

  • Page 6: Control Direction Test

    Place the vehicle on a stand supporting the chassis so the wheels are off the ground during CONTROL DIRECTION TEST the steering and throttle tests. Verify all the controls work correctly before turning it on with the wheels on the ground. STEERING THROTTLE Move the steering wheel Left and Right and observe the direction the front wheels...

  • Page 7: Vehicle Tuning

    VEHICLE TUNING This Vehicle Tuning Guide will take you through the basic tuning adjustments and will describe the changes to the handling of your vehicle. Before making any setup changes, make sure all suspension parts move freely and that there are no broken or dislodged parts. Only make one change at a time to clearly feel the impact of that change.

  • Page 8: Droop

    DROOP Always measure the droop (down travel) with the shocks on the vehicle. Droop is measured from the center of the top shock mount to the center of the bottom shock screw. More front and rear droop will accelerate better in bumps when going straight, but can cause the vehicle to traction roll in rough turns. Less front and rear droop will slide over bumps better in turns and may be better on high-speed and high-traction tracks.

  • Page 9: Front Toe

    FRONT TOE Never run front toe-in which can cause limited steeering response. FACTORY SETTING Toe-Out 33mm Front Toe Characteristics Toe-out (shorter steering rods) increases steering response when entering the turn and straight line stability; however, it will Toe-Out decrease on-power steering SWAY BARS The vehicle is equipped with medium (4mm) sway bars on the front and rear.

  • Page 10: Spektrum Firma 780Kv Brushless Motor

    SPEKTRUM FIRMA 780KV BRUSHLESS MOTOR ™ ™ PRECAUTIONS SETTING THE GEAR MESH • Never touch moving parts. The gear mesh has already been set at the factory. Setting it is only necessary when changing motors or gears. • Never disassemble while the batteries are installed. Proper gear mesh (how gear teeth meet) is important to the performance of the vehicle.
  • Page 11 ESC FUNCTIONS AND MODES The ESC includes programming options so you can adjust the way your vehicle performs. Refer to the included programming table to adjust the ESC for your driving conditions. PROGRAMMING TABLE Default Settings PROGRAMMING VALUE PROGRAMMING ITEMS 1.

  • Page 12: Vehicle Maintenance

    VEHICLE MAINTENANCE The following items require semi-frequent maintenance. Always clean screw threads and apply removeable thread locking compound when threading machine screws into metal parts. SHOCK DISASSEMBLY/CLEANING Remove the shocks and service as needed. Replace worn parts. FRONT REAR Pull the spring up and away from the lower cup. Slide the lower spring cup up and off of the shaft.

  • Page 13: Refilling/Bleeding Shocks

    REFILLING/BLEEDING SHOCKS Fill the shock body 5mm (0.2 in) from the top with 40wt silicone shock oil (TLR74025). Slowly move the piston up and down 5 times, allowing air to rise to the top. Let the shock sit for 5 minutes. With the piston all the way down, fi...

  • Page 14: Rear Differential

    REAR DIFFERENTIAL Remove the rear clip. Remove the cover and differential. Check the differential fl uid and refi ll or replace as needed with DYN2656 (30,000CS) fl uid. The fl uid level should be about 0.12 in (3.0mm) from the top surface of the case.

  • Page 15: Center Differential

    CENTER DIFFERENTIAL Inspect the spur gear. Replace if worn or damaged. Check the differential fl uid and refi ll or replace as needed with DYN2657 (50,000CS) fl uid. The fl uid level should be about 0.12 in (3.0mm) from the top surface of the case. Do not overfi...

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Battery not charged or plugged in Charge battery/plug in Vehicle does not operate ESC switch not "On" Turn on ESC switch Transmitter not "On" or low battery Turn on/replace batteries Pinion not meshing with spur gear Adjust pinion/spur mesh Pinion spinning on motor shaft Tighten pinion gear setscrew on motor shaft fl...

  • Page 17: Warranty And Service Contact Information

    NOTICE: Do not ship Li-Po batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to confl ict of law principals). This Li-Po battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support offi ce. warranty gives you specifi...

  • Page 18: Hardware

    HARDWARE VISSERIE ET ACCESSOIRES ZUBEHÖR VITI E PARTI ACCESSORI M3 x 10mm (LOS255005) 3 x 8mm (LOS255002) M3 x 22mm (LOS255001) M5 x 20mm (LOS255002) M5 x 30mm (LOS255001) M4 x 12mm (LOS255002) M4 x 20mm (LOS255002) M5 x 35mm (LOS255001) M5 x 18mm (LOS255002) M5 x 20mm (LOS255002) M5 x 45mm (LOS255001)
  • Page 19 10.1 x 14 x .25mm (LOS256001) 8 x 19 x 6mm (LOS257000) 4 x 10 x 1mm (LOS256001) 10 x 22 x 6mm (LOS257001) M4 (LOS256000) 12 x 24 x 6mm (LOSB5972) M5 (LOS256000) M5 (LOS256000) 7 x 10 x 4mm (LOS257002) 8 x 22 x 0.2mm (LOS256001) (LOS256005) (LOS256005)

  • Page 20: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS // TEILELISTE // LISTE DES PIÈCES DE RECHANGE // ELENCO DEI RICAMBI Part # English Deutsch Français Italiano LOS250019 LED Light Bar Set:DBXL-E LED-Leuchtbalken-Set: DBXL-E Ensemble de rampe d’éclairage à DEL : DBXL-E Set barra a LED: DBXL-E LOS250020 Roll Cage Screw Set: DBXL-E Überrollkäfi...

  • Page 21: Recommended Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS // TEILELISTE // LISTE DES PIÈCES DE RECHANGE // ELENCO DEI RICAMBI Part # English Deutsch Français Italiano LOS255000 Set Screw, Set,(20):1:5 4wd DB XL Schraubensatz (20): 1:5 4wd DB XL Vis de fi xation, ensemble (20) : 1:5 4rm DB XL Set viti (20): 1:5 4WD DB XL Vis d’assemblage creuses, ensemble (30) : Set di viti a testa cilindrica (30): 1:5 LOS255001...

  • Page 22: Optional Parts

    OPTIONAL PARTS // OPTIONALE TEILE // PIÈCES OPTIONNELLES // PARTI OPZIONALI Part # English Deutsch Français Italiano Karosseriesatz mit Stickerbogen, transparent Ensemble carrosserie avec feuille d’autocol- Carrozzeria con adesivi, trasparente: LOS250018 Body Set W/Sticker Sheet, Clear: DBXL-E DBXL-E lants, transparent : DBXL-E DBXL-E Engrenage à...

  • Page 23: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW // EXPLOSIONSZEICHNUNG // VUE ÉCLATÉE DES PIÈCES // VISTA ESPLOSA DELLE PARTI LOS231057 LOS231057 LOS251092 LOS251097 LOS251093 LOS251094 LOS251094 LOS255002 LOS251097 LOS251092 LOS251102 LOS254063 LOS254063 LOS255002 SPMS906 LOS251092 LOS252121 LOS252122 LOS254065 LOS255003 LOS257001 LOS252125 LOS254006 LOS252117 LOSB5972 LOS254010 LOS251011 LOS252067 LOS252123...
  • Page 24 EXPLODED VIEW // EXPLOSIONSZEICHNUNG // VUE ÉCLATÉE DES PIÈCES // VISTA ESPLOSA DELLE PARTI LOS251090 SPMXSM1100 LOS252058 LOS252064 LOS251090 LOS252066 LOS251090 LOS251090 LOS252067 LOS251090 LOS252066 LOSB5972 LOS251099 LOS252059 LOS251090 SPMSR6100AT TLR256005 SPMXSE1160 LOS251090 LOS251099 LOS251090 LOS251099 LOS251103 LOS251048 LOS255003 LOS251090 LOS251098 LOS251098 LOS2521100...
  • Page 25 EXPLODED VIEW // EXPLOSIONSZEICHNUNG // VUE ÉCLATÉE DES PIÈCES // VISTA ESPLOSA DELLE PARTI LOS251046 LOS254064 LOS251053 LOS254065 LOS251100 LOS251102 LOS251045 LOS254065 LOS252117 LOS251102 LOS251090 LOS252113 LOS252113 LOS252122 LOSB5972 LOS254006 LOS251100 LOS252116 LOS251090 LOS252067 LOS254005 LOSB5972 LOS252117 LOS252020 LOS252123 LOSB3972 LOS257001 LOS254009 LOS252121...
  • Page 26 EXPLODED VIEW // EXPLOSIONSZEICHNUNG // VUE ÉCLATÉE DES PIÈCES // VISTA ESPLOSA DELLE PARTI LOS45032, LOS45033 LOS45018 LOS45017 LOS45032, LOS45033 LOS250021 LOS250043, LOS250044, LOS250018 LOS250021 LOS250043, LOS250044, LOS250018 LOS251053 LOS250043, LOS250044, LOS250018 LOS250020 LOS250020 LOS250019 LOS251053 LOS250020 LOS250021 LOS250043, LOS250044, LOS250018 DBXL-E 2.0, AVC: 1:5 4WD DESERT BUGGY •...
  • Page 27 Setup Sheet-Stock Event: Date: Name: Track: City: State: Smooth Hard Packed Blue Groove Grass Low Bite High Bite Track Indoor Tight Loose/Loamy Conditions Outdoor Open Rough Dusty Astro Turf Med Bite Other Front Suspension Notes: Out -1° Black Spring: Toe: Arms Level 161mm Overall Shock Length:...
  • Page 28 Setup Sheet Event: Date: Name: Track: City: State: Smooth Hard Packed Blue Groove Grass High Bite Track Tight Low Bite Indoor Outdoor Open Rough Loose/Loamy Dusty Astro Turf Med Bite Other Conditions Front Suspension Notes: Toe: Spring: Ride Height: Overall Shock Length: Camber Link: Camber: Shock Location:...
  • Page 29 Setup Sheet Event: Date: Name: Track: City: State: Smooth Hard Packed Blue Groove Grass High Bite Track Tight Low Bite Indoor Outdoor Open Rough Loose/Loamy Dusty Astro Turf Med Bite Other Conditions Front Suspension Notes: Toe: Spring: Ride Height: Overall Shock Length: Camber Link: Camber: Shock Location:...
  • Page 30 Setup Sheet Event: Date: Name: Track: City: State: Smooth Hard Packed Blue Groove Grass High Bite Track Tight Low Bite Indoor Outdoor Open Rough Loose/Loamy Dusty Astro Turf Med Bite Other Conditions Front Suspension Notes: Toe: Spring: Ride Height: Overall Shock Length: Camber Link: Camber: Shock Location:...
  • Page 31 Setup Sheet Event: Date: Name: Track: City: State: Smooth Hard Packed Blue Groove Grass High Bite Track Tight Low Bite Indoor Outdoor Open Rough Loose/Loamy Dusty Astro Turf Med Bite Other Conditions Front Suspension Notes: Toe: Spring: Ride Height: Overall Shock Length: Camber Link: Camber: Shock Location:...
  • Page 32 WWW.LOSI.COM ©2019 Horizon Hobby, LLC. Losi, Desert Buggy XL, Firma, DSM, DSM2, DSMR, AVC, Active Vehicle Control, Active, IC5 and the Horizon Hobby logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Horizon Hobby, LLC. The Spektrum trademark is used with permission of Bachmann Industries, Inc. US 9,320,977.

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