Summary of Contents for Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0
- Page 1 MODEL 83076-4 extreme brushless power extreme brushless power extreme brushless power system extreme brushless power system owner s manual ’...
- Page 2 R/C enthusiast, it’s important to read and MAINTAINING follow the procedures in this manual. YOUR MODEL Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day ADVANCED to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. TUNING GUIDE...
- Page 3 Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement All rights reserved. Traxxas, 4-Tec, identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, An important warning about personal safety or avoiding and ProGraphix are trademarks or at Traxxas.com.
- Page 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate • Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic All instructions 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 If eye or skin contact occurs, flush with water. • If a battery gets hot to the touch during the charging process (temperature greater than 110°F / 43°C), immediately disconnect the battery from the charger and discontinue charging. 6 • TRAXXAS...
- Page 7 Optional gears Body clips 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 • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers • Phillips screwdriver Various pre-load spacers and shock •...
- Page 8 MODEL OVERVIEW Spur Gear Traxxas High-Current Caster Block Steering Block Front Suspension Arm Connector Shock Rear Shock Tower Battery Battery Drive Shaft Chassis Compartment Hold-Down Front Bumper Rear Bumper Rear Adjustable Steering Servo Body Mount LED Light Pipe Motor Front Adjustable...
- Page 9 6. Turn on the radio system • See page 15 Make a habit of turning the transmitter on first and off last. Look for the Quick Start logo at the bottom of Quick Start pages. TRAXXAS • 9...
- Page 10 2.4GHz RADIO 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 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. TRAXXAS • 11...
- Page 12 CH1 - Steering Servo CH1 - Channel 1* Steering † *Not used Accessory sensor ports for use with standard voltage/temperature and RPM telemetry sensors (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information) Trim VXL-3s ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL Multi-Function Traxxas High-Current Knob...
- Page 13 LiPo and NiMH batteries. One NiMH batteries. If you see any other or 2s/3s LiPo battery equipped with a Traxxas High-Current Connector is flashing signal from the LED, refer to the chart on page 30 to identify required.
- Page 14 Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the wire at the end of the metal tip. Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give. Correct...
- Page 15 In the event of signal loss (center) point of the steering channel. or interference, the throttle Note: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) must be completely will return to neutral and turned off while adjusting steering trim. See page 17 for TSM the steering will hold its last adjustments.
- Page 16 3. When the transmitter and receiver’s LEDs turn solid green, the 8. Once adjustments are made, turn off the receiver on your model, system is bound and ready for use. Confirm that the steering followed by the hand-held transmitter. 16 • TRAXXAS and throttle operate properly before driving your model.
- Page 17 TSM allows you to experience all Your Traxxas radio system the speed and acceleration that is equipped with a built- was engineered into your Traxxas in fail-safe function that returns the throttle to its model by helping you to maintain last saved neutral position control of the vehicle in low-traction situations.
- Page 18 2. Hold both MENU and SET. 7. To turn the VXL-3s off, press the EZ-Set button until the LED turns off (.5 seconds). 3. Turn transmitter on. 4. Release MENU and SET. The transmitter LED will blink red. 18 • TRAXXAS...
- Page 19 (indicating the throttle trim, then adjust the Throttle Trim to the middle “0” setting. Green to Red to Off Three blinks Red Profile numbers). 3. When the LED blinks red three times, release the EZ-Set button. TRAXXAS • 19 Release Solid...
- Page 20 Accelerate smoothly (avoiding full throttle starts), with most of the driving being done at higher speeds. This will help ensure that the motor provides the best performance and longest life. 20 • TRAXXAS...
- Page 21 Your driving habits will determine motor life with a wet motor. Do conditions. not submerge the motor under water. • The Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter is not water resistant. Do not • Do not gear the motor by temperature when running in wet subject it to wet conditions such as rain.
- Page 22 It is not necessary to remove the 4. Apply a small bead of silicone grease receiver or unplug any of the wires. (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp. 9. Additional Maintenance: Increase your frequency of 5. Using double-sided adhesive foam disassembly, inspection, and lubrication of the following items.
- Page 23 6. Elevate the model on a block or stand so that all of the tires are off the ground. Connect a fresh battery pack to the speed control and turn on the ESC (see page 18). The servo will automatically jump to its center position. TRAXXAS • 23...
- Page 24 10,000W viscosity silicone oil. recommended to reduce load on the motor. Only use silicone oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers SAE 10,000W, 30,000W, and 50,000W viscosity oil (see your parts list). The differentials have to be removed from the vehicle and disassembled to change/replace oil.
- Page 25 Be sure the rubber gaskets are in place, or the differential 5. Use a 1.5mm hex wrench to remove the two screw pins that hold may leak. the drive cups to the differential output shafts. TRAXXAS • 25 5. Install the 2.5x8mm screws and tighten securely.
- Page 26 ADJUSTING YOUR MODEL CHASSIS ADJUSTABILITY High-Angle Steering The steering blocks on the 4-Tec 2.0 chassis feature a high-angle Adjustable Body Mounts option when extra steering angle is desired (for example, when The 4-Tec 2.0 chassis features adjustable body mounts to power drifting around a turn).
- Page 27 Moving the links from the standard holes to the outer holes will increase camber and slightly reduce roll stiffness. This modification also requires adjustable camber links (part #8341X, sold separately) to lengthen the links and ensure proper camber settings. TRAXXAS • 27...
- Page 28 If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is part #2362. 11 11...
- Page 29 (set to The Multi-Function knob can be set to control Throttle Sensitivity. Starting Over: Traxxas Stability Management (TSM) by default, see page 17). Accessing Throttle Sensitivity works the same way as Steering Sensitivity, but Restoring Factory Defaults the programming menu is done by using the menu and set buttons on applies the effect to the throttle channel.
- Page 30 This is especially handy if you operate multiple equipped with a built-in failsafe This allows you to fine-tune the servo settings to prevent binding vehicles with a single transmitter via Traxxas Link Model Memory. ™ function that returns the throttle...
- Page 31 Model Lock locked. Press and hold MENU to return to driving mode. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty models Note: To unlock a memory, press SET twice at step 5. The LED will (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, Traxxas Link blink rapidly green to indicate the model is unlocked.
- Page 32 Transmitter is restored to default Press Delete Model C onfirm Deletion 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 33 Press MENU Press SET Press MENU Press SET Press MENU 3 times Press SET Press/hold MENU TRAXXAS • 33 servo to defaults green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) green LED blinks green LED blinks (x2) red LED blinks red LED blinks (x4)
- Page 34 Traxxas Link For more information about the Traxxas Link The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store℠ or on When you equip your model Wireless Module and the Google Play™) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning...
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