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  • Page 1 MODEL 68277-4 owner s manual ’...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    We know you’re excited about getting your new model on the road, but Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to ANATOMY OF THE it’s very important that you take some time to read through the Owner’s ensure you receive the highest level of customer satisfaction possible.
  • Page 3 Entire contents ©2023 Traxxas. All rights reserved. Traxxas, Ready-To-Race, Ready-To-Win, Slash, Velineon, and ProGraphix are trademarks or registered Traxxas Internet: trademarks of Traxxas. Other brand names and marks are the property of their respective holders and are used only for purposes of identification. No 6250 Traxxas Way Traxxas.com part of this manual may be reproduced or distributed in print or electronic media without the express written permission of Traxxas.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. • Transmitter on First: Switch on your transmitter first before Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, switching on the speed control to prevent runaways and erratic All instructions and safe, and fun for you and those around you.
  • Page 5 • ONLY use a Traxxas iD charger to charge Traxxas iD batteries. identifying the battery type and specifications. ONLY use a Lithium Polymer (LiPo) balance charger with a •...
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (continued from previous page) • While charging or discharging, ALWAYS place the battery (all (temperature greater than 110°F / 43°C), immediately disconnect types of batteries) in a fire retardant/fire proof container and on the battery from the charger and discontinue charging. a non-flammable surface such as concrete.
  • Page 7: Anatomy Of The Slash 4X4 Ultimate

    (Rear Camber Link) Rear Hub (C-Hub) Chassis Front Sway Bar Carrier Rear Clipless Body Mount Front Shock Tower Rear Sway Bar Traxxas iD® High-Current Connector Rear Bumper Front Bumper Drive Shaft Shock Rear Shock Tower (Damper) Motor (Velineon 3500) LED Light...
  • Page 8: Tools, Supplies, And Required Equipment

    4-way wrench Shock 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 for use with • Side cutters and/or needle...
  • Page 9: 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 10: Traxxas Tq Radio And

    TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INTRODUCTION with each other. The VXL-3s electronic speed control is optimized Your model includes the latest Traxxas TQi 2.4GHz transmitter with to virtually eliminate cogging. Applying the Decals Traxxas Link Model Memory. The transmitter’s easy-to-use design ™...
  • Page 11 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM NiMH - Abbreviation for nickel-metal hydride. Rechargeable NiMH Thermal Shutdown Protection - Temperature sensing electronics batteries offer high current handling and much greater resistance used in the VXL-3s electronic speed control detect overloading and To prevent loss of radio range to the “memory”...
  • Page 12 (for optional use) Receiver cable Heat Sink (RX wire) Power Switch Battery Compartment EZ-Set Button ** Accessory sensor expansion port for use with the Telemetry Expander Module (On/Off Button) 12 • SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE (see Traxxas.com and included materials for more information)
  • Page 13 Make certain you choose the correct type of charger for the batteries you of the battery pack installed in the model. Refer to the select. Traxxas recommends you choose a genuine Traxxas EZ-Peak iD Troubleshooting section on page 34 for more information on charger for safer charging and maximum battery life and performance.
  • Page 14 Secure, long-lasting, and easy to grip, the Traxxas connector is engineered to extract all the power your battery has to give. To reinstall the body: 1.
  • Page 15 From the factory, the Multi-Function knob sign of weak batteries. Never controls Traxxas Stability Management (TSM). For more detail on • Always use new batteries for the radio system. Weak batteries will turn the transmitter off when TSM, refer to page 17.
  • Page 16 TRAXXAS TQ RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM USING THE RADIO SYSTEM Range-Testing the Radio System The TQi Radio System has been pre-adjusted at the factory. The Before each running session with your model, you should range-test Using Reverse: While driving, adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of your radio system to ensure that it operates properly.
  • Page 17 To remove the antenna tube, was engineered into your Traxxas cut the metal tip, and do not simply remove the set screw with the model by helping you to maintain bend or cut the white wire at included 1.5mm wrench.
  • Page 18: Adjusting The Electronic Speed Control

    7. To turn the VXL-3s off, press the EZ-Set button until the LED turns 2. Hold both MENU and SET. off (.5 seconds). 3. Turn the transmitter on. 18 • TRAXXAS 4. Release MENU and SET. The transmitter LED will blink red.
  • Page 19 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL VXL-3s Profile Selection Note: If you missed the mode you wanted, keep the EZ-Set button pressed down The speed control is factory set to Profile #1 (100% forward, brakes, and reverse). and the blink cycle will repeat until the button is released and a Mode is selected. Patented Training Mode To disable reverse (Profile #2) or to allow 50% forward and 50% reverse (Profile #3), LED Codes and Protection Modes...
  • Page 20: Driving Your Model

    DRIVING YOUR MODEL About Run Time Now it’s time to have some fun! This section contains instructions on driving and making adjustments to your model. Before you go on, here A large factor affecting run time is the type and condition of your are some important precautions to keep in mind.
  • Page 21 Do not allow mud to collect • The Traxxas TQi transmitter is not water resistant. Do not subject it to wet on the motor or pack around the motor.
  • Page 22 DRIVING YOUR MODEL RECEIVER BOX: MAINTAINING A WATERTIGHT SEAL 7. Let the truck stand or you may blow it off with compressed air. Placing Removing and Installing Radio Gear the truck in a warm, sunny spot will aid drying. Trapped water and oil The unique design of the receiver box allows the removal and installation will continue to drip from the truck for a few hours.
  • Page 23: Basic Tuning Adjustments

    BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTING THE TOE-IN Once you become familiar with driving your model, you might need Toe-in refers to the angle of the wheels as viewed from above. to make adjustments for better driving performance. All of the toe links are Geometry and alignment specs play an important roll in your installed on the truck so the ADJUSTING GEAR MESH...
  • Page 24 BASIC TUNING ADJUSTMENTS the right side, R on the left side) to provide 1° of toe-in. 2. Connect the steering servo to channel 1 on the receiver. Connect Slash 4x4 Ultimate can also use plastic rear stub axle carriers (part the electronic speed control (ESC) to channel 2.
  • Page 25: Maintaining Your Model

    If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it check your wheel nuts and or suspension. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is other hardware and tighten 9. Check the operation of the steering servo and ensure that it is part #7463.
  • Page 26 maintaining your model Suspension and slipper clutch assembly removal The Slash 4X4 Ultimate was designed with ease of disassembly in mind. The entire front and rear suspension assemblies can be removed from the chassis fully intact with the removal of only a few screws. Refer to the exploded views included in the Slash 4X4 Ultimate Service and Support Guide for complete assembly diagrams.
  • Page 27: Advanced Tuning Adjustments

    ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS CAMBER GAIN and potentially more steering. Raising the roll center on the front and Gearing Compatibility Chart: Slash 4X4 Ultimate has provisions for adjusting the camber gain geometry The chart below shows recommended rear equally will increase overall roll resistance without changing the gear combination ranges for your model.
  • Page 28 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS GEARING LIPO BATTERIES One of the more significant advantages to your model’s transmission LiPo batteries are intended only for the most advanced users that are Velineon 3500 Specs is the extremely wide range of available gear ratios. Changing the educated on the risks associated with LiPo battery use.
  • Page 29 Only use silicone crews that hold the bumper/skid plate to the bulkhead. The two oil in the differentials. Traxxas offers silicone differential fluid in a front screws do not need to be removed.
  • Page 30 ADVANCED TUNING ADJUSTMENTS 5. Slide the bumper assembly off of the chassis. 3. Insert the included center differential unit into the rear of the chassis (where the spur gear/slipper unit was removed). Stand 6. Remove the tie bar from the chassis. the chassis up on the front bumper to hold the spur gear steady 7.
  • Page 31 Optional shock springs and disassembled to change the oil. optional piston. Be careful not to lose available from Traxxas. the small washer located below the 1. Remove the lower spring retainer and shock spring. Refer to your parts list for piston.
  • Page 32 (closer to the sway bar mount). • Adjust rear linkage placement for softer response (farther from the sway bar mount). If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1-888-TRAXXAS (1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only) 32 • SLASH 4X4 ULTIMATE...
  • Page 33: Tq Advanced Tuning Guide

    Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks by Traxxas countries.
  • Page 34 The following items can be adjusted most easily using your mobile “negative exponential” and decrease steering sensitivity by making When the Multi-Function knob is set to device and the Traxxas Link application. All the features described the servo less responsive near neutral, with increasing sensitivity throttle trim, the transmitter remembers below may also be accessed using the MENU and SET buttons on as the servo nears the limits of its travel range.
  • Page 35 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE Steering and Throttle End Points Decreased Steering Sensitivity Effective Turning Turning Range Range on Model (Negative Exponential): The TQi transmitter allows you to choose the limit of the servo’s at Transmitter By turning the Multi-Function travel range (or its “end point”) independently for left and right knob clockwise, the steering travel (on the steering channel) and throttle/brake travel (on the sensitivity of the model will...
  • Page 36 3. Press MENU three times. The status LED will blink green four times Model Lock repeatedly. The Traxxas Link Model Memory feature can store up to thirty 4. Press SET once. The status LED will blink green models (receivers) in its memory. If you bind a thirty-first receiver, once repeatedly.
  • Page 37 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 38 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE MENU TREE FORMULAS Set Multi-Function 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 40 ’ 6250 TRAXXAS WAY, McKINNEY, TEXAS 75070 1-888-TRAXXAS 231006 68277-4-OM-EN-R00...

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