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- Page 1 MODEL 24054-4 MODEL 36054-4 MODEL 37054-4 owner s manual ’...
- Page 2 CONTROL follow the procedures in this manual. DRIVING YOUR Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day MODEL to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. We truly want you to enjoy your new model!
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Page 3: Before You Proceed
Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online Rustler, Bandit, Stampede, and An important warning about personal safety or avoiding at Traxxas.com. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate • Use Neutrally Timed Motors: For reverse use, the motors must have your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, safe, and 0°... - 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...
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Page 7: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment
Turnbuckle wrench U-joint wrench 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 Optional pinion gear †... - Page 8 ANATOMY OF THE RUSTLER Steering Block Half Shaft Upper Chassis Plate Battery Hold-Down Caster Block Chassis Rear Shock Tower Traxxas High-Current Connector Camber Link Electronic Speed Rear Control (XL-5) Body Mount Front Body Mount Motor (Titan 12T) Suspension Transmission Arm (Front)
- Page 9 Arm (Front) Bulkhead Spur Gear Front Bumper Pinion Gear Steering Servo Front Slipper Clutch Antenna Mount Shock Tower Receiver Box Shock Front Body Mount (Oil Damper) Suspension Arm (Rear) LED Light Pipe Turnbuckle (Tie Rod) Camber Link TRAXXAS • 9...
- Page 10 Pinion Gear Front Shock Tower Spur Gear Slipper Clutch Shock (Oil Damper) Receiver Box Suspension Antenna Mount Arm (Rear) Steering Servo Turnbuckle Rear Shock Tower (under Upper Chassis Plate) LED Light (Tie Rod) Pipe Servo Saver (not visible) 10 • TRAXXAS...
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Page 11: Quick Start: Getting Up To Speed
6. Turn on the radio system • See page 17 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 • 11... - Page 12 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM INTRODUCTION LiPo - Abbreviation for Lithium Polymer. Rechargeable LiPo battery packs are known for their special chemistry, which Your model includes the TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. When powered Applying the Decals allows extremely high energy density and current handling in a on, the TQ 2.4GHz will automatically locate and lock onto an...
- Page 13 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics are used in the ESC to detect overloading and overheating of the • Do not kink the receiver antenna wire. Kinks in the antenna wire To prevent loss of radio range, transistor circuitry.
- Page 14 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. XL-5 Wiring Diagram The transmitter has two channels: Channel one operates the Motor steering, and channel two operates the throttle. The receiver...
- Page 15 LiPo and NiMH batteries. One NiMH batteries. Check rechargeable batteries for a full charge. If you or 2s LiPo battery equipped with a Traxxas High Current connector is see any other flashing signal from required. Traxxas Power Cell iD batteries are strongly recommended for the LED, refer to the chart on page maximum performance and safer charging.
- Page 16 Stampede Traxxas battery chargers (sold resistance. Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is separately) to automatically engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give.
- Page 17 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS • Always turn on the transmitter before plugging in the battery. • In order for the transmitter and receiver to bind to one another, Make certain the model’s the receiver in the model must be turned on within 20 seconds receiver antenna is properly of turning on the transmitter.
- Page 18 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM is wired correctly. Before attempting to reverse the throttle channel 6. When looking down at the 0° 0° using the procedure below, you should first recalibrate the speed model, the front wheels Using Reverse: While driving, control.
- Page 19 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO SYSTEM to see and control the model. Most drivers will struggle to see and TRANSMITTER LED CODES drive their model at distances farther than a football field (300+ LED Color / Pattern Name Notes Fail-Safe feet). At greater distances, you could lose sight of your model and...
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Page 20: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control
2. Press and hold the EZ-Set button (the LED Low-Voltage Detection Yes (User Enabled) will turn off). After ten seconds, the motor will beep three times and the LED will shine RED. Release the button. 3. Low-Voltage Detection is now DISABLED. 20 • TRAXXAS... - Page 21 3. When the LED blinks RED TWICE, release the EZ-Set button. Release Solid 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. TRAXXAS • 21...
- Page 22 • Fast Blinking Green: The XL-5’s LED will blink fast green if the speed control is not receiving a signal. Make certain the speed control is properly plugged into the receiver and the transmitter is switched on. 22 • TRAXXAS...
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Page 23: Driving Your Model
The • The Titan 12T motor will benefit from a short break-in period higher voltage potential allows increased speed until the battery to ensure optimum performance and longer motor life. For the begins to become discharged. TRAXXAS • 23... - Page 24 Your driving habits will determine motor life with a wet motor. Do conditions. not submerge the motor under water. • The Traxxas TQ 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 25 Pull out all available antenna wiring from the receiver box. 8. Apply a small bead of silicone grease to the foam on the wire clamp (C). 9. Install the wire clamp and tighten the two 2.5x8mm cap screws securely (D). TRAXXAS • 25...
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Page 26: Adjusting Your Model
The offsets and dimensions slipper clutch setting is 1/2 For increased stability, add 1°-2° of toe in to each front wheel. Use designed into the model’s wheels are intentional; therefore, Traxxas turn counterclockwise from the turnbuckles to adjust the alignment. - Page 27 Does Not Fit 7.13 7.78 8.07 8.44 and this gearing is not recommended for off-road or repetitive 6.89 7.53 7.80 8.16 starting and stopping. 6.67 7.28 7.55 7.90 TRAXXAS • 27...
- Page 28 6. Turn off the power to the model followed by the transmitter. The servo horn is now ready to be installed. 7. Be careful not to move the servo shaft when installing the servo horn. Readjust the ESC as described in the “Adjusting the Speed Control” section. 28 • TRAXXAS...
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Page 29: Maintaining Your Model
If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is or suspension. part #2362. - Page 30 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 180627 24054-37054-4-OM-EN-R02...