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MODEL 405 MODELS 3605 MODELS 3705 owners manual...
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Control important to read and follow the procedures in this manual. Driving Your Model Thank you again for going with Traxxas. We work hard every day to assure you the highest level of customer satisfaction possible. Adjusting We truly want you to enjoy your new model!
Traxxas service needs. Maintenance and replacement Throughout this manual, you’ll notice warnings and helpful hints www.Traxxas.com parts may be purchased directly from Traxxas by phone or online identified by the icons below. Be sure to read them! E-mail: support@Traxxas.com at www.BuyTraxxas.com.
Safety Precautions All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model. Operate your model sensibly and with care, and it will be exciting, All instructions and safe, and fun for you and those around you. Failure to operate your...
(CA glue) (sold separately) • Side cutters or needle nose pliers 8 AA alkaline NiCad or NiMH 7.2V to 8.4V NiCad or NiMH Small flat-blade Hobby knife Philips screwdriver batteries 6 or 7-cell battery pack battery charger screwdriver Traxxas • 5...
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Motor (Titan 12T) Electronic Speed Battery Hold-Down Control (XL-5) Bulkhead Transmission Front Spur Gear Bumper Front Shock Tower Pinion Gear Steering Servo Slipper Clutch Receiver Suspension Antenna Mount Arm (Rear) Shock (Oil Damper) Front Body Mount Turnbuckle (Tie Rod) Traxxas • 7...
Quick Start pages. 8. Range test the radio system • See page 16 Follow this procedure to make sure your radio system works properly at a distance and that there is no interference from outside sources. Traxxas • 9...
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If the wing is loose, spread the ends of the wire out so that the wing fits tighter in the holes. Adjust the wing by bending it up or down, as required. 10 • Traxxas...
The Traxxas TQ Radio System Wiring Diagram Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ Radio System. The Traxxas TQ Radio System is a 2-channel system that provides Model 3705, 3605, 2405 high-power output up to a quarter mile. Models 3605, 3705 and 2405 use one servo and an electronic speed control.
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Frequency band - The radio frequency used by the transmitter to send signals to your model. All Traxxas RTR models operate on a 27 MHz frequency band. 1 • Traxxas...
The Traxxas TQ Radio System Installing Transmitter Batteries Installing the Battery Pack Place the battery pack into the battery compartment of the model Your TQ transmitter uses 8 AA batteries. The battery compartment Use the Right Batteries and then place the battery hold-down over the posts. Secure the is located in the base of the transmitter.
The Traxxas TQ Radio System Setting up the Antenna Stampede Rustler and Bandit Spray a little window cleaner You must install the antenna mast (tube) before you operate your on the antenna wire to make model. You’ll find the plastic antenna tube and tip in the bag with...
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The Traxxas TQ Radio System TQ Radio System Controls There are two settings available: Steering 50/50: Allows equal travel for both acceleration and reverse. 70/30: Allows more throttle travel (70%) and less reverse travel (30%). Note: If you change throttle travel, you will need to reprogram the electronic speed control.
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The Traxxas TQ Radio System TQ Radio System Rules 3. Plug the battery pack in the model into the speed control. Channel 1 Each time you prepare to run your model, you Brown Remember, always turn the 4. XL-5 Electronic Speed Control Models - The on/off switch is...
The LED will continuously shines green should be adjusted as described previously. The profiles are selected indicating the XL-5 is on and at neutral (D). by entering the programming mode. Solid Green Traxxas • 17...
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Using a schottky diode with the XL-5 will damage the ESC and Note: If you missed the mode you wanted, keep the SET button void the 30-day warranty pressed down and the blink cycle will repeat until a Mode is selected. 18 • Traxxas...
Maintain your model. Do not allow dirt or damaged parts to cause your driving to paved surfaces only. Running in grass and off-road binding in the drivetrain. Keep the motor clean and the motor bushings could cause excessive loads on the electrical system in the model. lightly lubricated. Traxxas • 19...
Take the time to set them correctly. Set the Traxxas cannot recommend the use of other non-Traxxas wheels steering trim on your transmitter to neutral. Now, adjust your servo Do not run your model with with different specifications.
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86-Tooth Spur 76-Tooth Spur • Normal Conditions Key: Rustler Stampede Bandit/Rustler • High Top Speed 28-Tooth Pinion 23-Tooth Pinion 31-Tooth Pinion Stampede/Rustler Bandit • Long Distances 86-Tooth Spur 86-Tooth Spur 76-Tooth Spur • Hard Surfaces Traxxas • 1 *optional (sold separately)
If the bottom of the shock is leaking, then it condition of the batteries. is time for a rebuild. The Traxxas rebuild kit for two shocks is 8. Check for any loose screws in the chassis structure part #2362.
Improperly adjusted slipper clutch, refer to “Adjusting the Slipper and motor. Clutch” on page 20. XL-5: Possible internal damage. Return the XL-5 to Traxxas for service. Motor and steering servo do not work: Check the wires, radio system, crystals, battery and motor connectors, and the battery pack.
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