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  • Page 1 MODEL 39087-1 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2 MODEL this manual. TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. MAINTAINING We truly want you to enjoy your new model! YOUR MODEL...

  • Page 3: Before You Proceed

    6250 Traxxas Way All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate your model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and fun for you and McKinney, TX 75070 abuse and/or neglect.
  • Page 4 No previous experience with radio controlled models is required. • Nickel Metal Hydride batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. use. Traxxas does not recommend that anyone under the age of 14 use or Models require a minimum of setup, maintenance, or support equipment.

  • Page 5: Tools, Supplies And Required Equipment

    R/C toolbox: • Safety glasses • Traxxas Ultra Premium Tire Glue, part #6468 (CA glue) • Hobby knife • Side cutters and/or needle nose pliers Foam battery...
  • Page 6 E-MAXX BRUSHLESS EDITION OVERVIEW Half Shaft Traxxas High- Electronic Speed Control Hex Hub Pivot Ball Axle Carrier Current Connector Pinion Gear Toe Link Battery Hold-Down Toe Link Battery Front Suspension Arm Spur Gear Rear Body Mount Motor Front Body Mount...

  • Page 7: 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 8: Radio System

    It happens for a very short period as the signals from the electronic speed control and the motor Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with Applying the Decals synch with each other. The VXL-3m is optimized to virtually Traxxas Link ™...
  • Page 9 When flow is constricted, energy is converted to heat and is IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS lost. Traxxas power systems are optimized to reduce electrical • Do not kink the receiver’s antenna wire. Kinks in the antenna wire resistance and the resulting power-robbing heat.

  • Page 10: Transmitter And Receiver

    Wiring Diagram Your model is equipped with the TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with the Traxxas Link Wireless Module. The transmitter has two channels for controlling your throttle and steering. The receiver inside the model has 5 output channels. Your model is equipped with two servos and an electronic speed control.
  • Page 11 INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Your TQi transmitter uses 4 AA batteries. The battery The Traxxas Battery Charger is a fully featured NiMH (Nickle Metal The included charger is compartment is located in the base of the transmitter.
  • Page 12 Your model’s included battery are located in your instructions package. The spacers are shaped pack is equipped with Traxxas 2. Install the battery pack with the battery to conform to the chassis. There is a right and a left. Test fit them to Battery iD.
  • Page 13 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS Steering Trim The electronic steering trim located on the Using Reverse: While driving, face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral push the throttle trigger (center) point of the steering channel. forward to apply brakes.
  • Page 14 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO SYSTEM 7. Gently operate the throttle trigger to ensure that you have forward Note: The receiver must be connected to a 4.8-6.0v (nominal) power and reverse operation, and that the motor stops when the throttle source for binding and the transmitter and receiver must be within 5 To prevent loss of radio range trigger is at neutral.

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    Decreased Steering Sensitivity (Negative Exponential) ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC By turning the SPEED CONTROL MXL-6s Specs Turning Range Effective Turning Multi-Function at Transmitter Range on Model The MXL-6s speed control should not need reprogramming with Cells: knob clockwise, the normal use; however, if you install a different radio system in your 18 NiCad / NiMH 6s LiPo steering sensitivity model, or change the transmitter’s throttle-neutral setting from 50/50...

  • Page 16: Driving Your Model

    The E-Maxx’s high speed Slipper Clutch Break-In and torque can loosen the nuts over time The E-Maxx Brushless Edition’s slipper clutch requires a break-in if left unchecked. procedure to ensure consistent operation with the extremely high About Run Time power output of the included MXL-6s brushless motor system.
  • Page 17 Do not use LiPo batteries in wet conditions. • Use batteries with the highest mAh rating you can purchase. • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject • Use a high-quality peak-detecting charger. it to wet conditions such as rain.
  • Page 18 DRIVING YOUR MODEL Before Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions 4. Blow off the truck with compressed air (optional, but recommended). 1. Consult the section “After Running Your Vehicle in Wet Conditions” Wear safety glasses when using compressed air. before proceeding. Make sure you understand the additional 5.

  • Page 19: Receiver Box

    Label which wire is for which channel. 4. Apply small bead of silicone grease (Traxxas part #1647) to the wire clamp. 5. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.8x8mm cap screws securely.

  • Page 20: Tuning Adjustments

    TUNING ADJUSTMENTS SUSPENSION TUNING We recommend using two-hole pistons with a range of oil viscosities from 30W to 50W Adjusting the Pivot Ball Caps For easier access to the (available from your hobby shop). The thinner The pivot ball caps should be adjusted rear-most shock mounting viscosity oils (30W or less) flow with less so that the pivot balls operate freely in...
  • Page 21 (A) to position (B). position of the shocks will allow for lower shock progression and the soft, plush feel that’s characteristic of a Traxxas Maxx Truck. Ride height is not affected by changes in the upper shock mounting position.

  • Page 22: Alignment Settings

    (the direction is same carriers adjust the static camber. The pivot at all four corners). Note that Traxxas cannot recommend the use of other non-Traxxas wheels balls are protected by blue dust plugs. To the groove in the hex indicates with different specifications.
  • Page 23 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS MOTOR AND GEARING Adjusting Gear Mesh Gearing Compatibility Chart: The chart below shows a full range Incorrect gear mesh is the most The E-Maxx is equipped from the factory with a 68-tooth spur gear of gear combinations. This does NOT common cause of stripped spur and 17-tooth pinion gears.
  • Page 24 E-Maxx. Optional steering servo horns are sold center line of the chassis (pointing to the rear of the truck). separately for use with non-Traxxas servos. 7. Connect the short steering link from the servo saver to the servo horn.

  • Page 25: Maintaining Your Model

    5. Check the mounting of the receiver and servo(s) and overtightening. If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it speed control. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 6. Check the tightness of the wheel nuts with a wrench. part #2362.

  • Page 26: Tq I Advanced Tuning Guide

    Connecting mode The TQi radio system automatically keeps track of what vehicles it has bound a paired device. to and what settings were used for each--up to 30 models total! Traxxas Link Slow blue See above for information on pairing Pairing mode (0.5 sec on / 0.5 sec off)
  • Page 27 Many When the Multi-Function knob is set to device and the Traxxas Link application. All the features described racers set Dual Rate so they have only as much steering throw as...
  • Page 28 Press SET to delete the model. Press and hold MENU to Setting Lock turn them on and drive. With Traxxas Link Model Memory, return to driving mode. Once you’ve adjusted all of these settings the way you like...
  • Page 29 3. Press SET. The red LED will blink in single intervals to indicate Steering Sensitivity (Expo) has been selected. Model Locking Press Unlock Traxxas-Link Press 4. Press MENU twice. The red LED will blink three times repeatedly to One Blink Green One Blink Red Four Blinks Green indicate Steering % (Dual-Rate) has been selected.
  • Page 30 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...
  • Page 31 NOTES E-MAXX BRUSHLESS • 31...
  • Page 32 ’ 6250 Traxxas Way, McKinney, TX 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS Compatible with: iPhone 4S iPod touch (5th generation and later) iPhone 5 iPad (3rd generation and later) iPhone 5C iPad mini iPhone 5S iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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