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 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE

PROGRAMMING YOUR TQi TRANSMITTER WITH 

YOUR APPLE iPHONE, iPAD, iPOD TOUCH, OR 

ANDROID MOBILE DEVICE

The Traxxas Link

 Wireless Module 

(part #6511, sold separately) for the TQi 
transmitter installs in minutes to transform 
your Apple® iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch®, 
or Android

 device into a powerful 

tuning tool that allows you to replace the 
transmitter’s button/LED programming 
system with an intuitive, high-definition, 
full-color graphical user interface.

Traxxas Link

The powerful Traxxas Link app (available in the Apple App Store

 

or on 

Google Play

) gives you complete control over the operation and tuning 

of your Traxxas model with stunning visuals and absolute precision. Install 
Traxxas Link telemetry sensors on the model, and Traxxas Link displays 
real-time data such as speed, RPM, temperature, and battery voltage.

Intuitive iPhone, iPad, iPod 
touch, and Android interface

Traxxas Link makes it easy to 
learn, understand, and access 
powerful tuning options. Control 
Drive Effects settings, such as 
TSM assistance percentage; 
steering and throttle sensitivity; 
steering percentage; braking 
strength; and throttle trim by 
simply touching and dragging 
the sliders on the screen.

Real-Time Telemetry

When you equip your model 
with sensors, the Traxxas Link 
dashboard comes to life showing 
you speed, battery voltage, RPM, 
and temperature. Set threshold 
warnings and log maximums, 
minimums, or averages. Use the 
recording function to document 
your dashboard view, with 
sound, so that you can keep your 
eyes on your driving and not 
miss a single apex.

Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link

The TQi radio system 
automatically keeps track of 
what vehicles it has bound to 
and what settings were used 
for each--up to 30 models total! 
Traxxas Link provides a visual 
interface to  name the models, 
customize their settings, attach 
profiles, and lock them into 
memory. Simply choose a model 
and any previously bound 
transmitter, power them up, 
and start having fun.

Apple, the Apple logo, iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.  

App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google Inc.

Tap and slide to adjust TSM, Steering Sensitivity,  

Throttle Trim, Braking Percent, and more!

The customizable Traxxas Link dashboard delivers 

real-time rpm, speed, temperature, and voltage data. 

Traxxas Link Model Memory simplifies organizing 

your collection of vehicles.

Compatible with:

iPod touch (5th generation and later)

iPad (3rd generation and later)

iPad mini

Android 4.4 (and later)

iPhone 4S

iPhone 5

iPhone 5C

iPhone 5S

The Traxxas Link 

Wireless Module is sold 
separately (part #6511).  
The Traxxas Link 
application is available 
from the Apple App store 
for iPhone, iPad, or iPod 
touch and on Google 
Play for Android devices. 
iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or 
the Android device are not 
included with the Traxxas 
Link Wireless Module. 

For more information 
about the Traxxas Link 
Wireless Module and the 
Traxxas Link application, 
visit Traxxas.com.

Summary of Contents for 44056-3

Page 1: ...MODEL 44056 3 owner s manual...

Page 2: ...TY PRECAUTIONS TOOLS SUPPLIES AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ANATOMY OF THE NITRO SLASH QUICK START GETTING UP TO SPEED TRAXXAS TQi RADIO SYSTEM THE TRX 3 3 RACING ENGINE DRIVING YOUR NITRO SLASH TUNING ADJUS...

Page 3: ...your question at support Traxxas com Join thousands of registered members in our online community at Traxxas com Traxxas offers a full service on site repair facility to handle any of your Traxxas se...

Page 4: ...e unaware of its presence Keep small children at a safe distance away from the operating area Because Nitro Slash is controlled by radio it is subject to radio interference from many sources beyond yo...

Page 5: ...ght Batteries on page 10 Battery and charger style are subject to change and may vary from images SUPPLIED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT sold separately 8 AA alkaline batteries Trax...

Page 6: ...ervo Suspension Arm Front Bumper Shock Oil Damper Tie Rod Turnbuckle Throttle Brake Servo Transmission Air Filter Header Pipe Pressure Line Fuel Line EZ Start Motor EZ Start Plug Shock Tower Body Moun...

Page 7: ...ish to add more decals do it now before you break in your engine Learn the proper way to use the EZ Start electric starting system 4 Install the antenna See page 13 13 Start the engine See page 23 The...

Page 8: ...re of the capacity of the battery pack The higher the number the longer the battery will last between recharges Neutral position The standing position that the servos seek when the transmitter control...

Page 9: ...ne end down hold the other end up and gradually smooth the decal down with your finger as you go This will prevent air bubbles Placing both ends of the decal down and then trying to smooth it out will...

Page 10: ...the base of the transmitter 1 Remove the battery compartment door by pressing the tab and sliding the door open 2 Install the batteries in the correct orientation as indicated in the battery compartme...

Page 11: ...or the radio system Weak batteries will limit the radio signal between the receiver and the transmitter Loss of the radio signal can cause you to lose control of your model RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTME...

Page 12: ...r until you reach the farthest distance you plan to operate the model 4 Operate the controls on the transmitter once again to be sure that the model responds correctly 5 Do not attempt to operate the...

Page 13: ...justing steering trim INSTALLING THE RECEIVER ANTENNA The receiver antenna and antenna tube must be properly installed before operating your model Follow these steps to install the antenna and antenna...

Page 14: ...o perform regular routine maintenance The number one cause of premature engine wear and failure is lack of care and maintenance BREAK IN The TRX 3 3 Racing Engine is manufactured to exacting tolerance...

Page 15: ...dle Throttle Arm Crankshaft Flywheel Carburetor Air Intake Fuel Intake High Speed Needle Idle Speed Adjustment Screw Clutch Bell Crankcase Two Stage Air Filter Glow Plug EZ Start Controller THE TRX 3...

Page 16: ...s body that contains all of the running mechanical components Crankshaft The main shaft of the engine that holds the reciprocating assembly Cooling fins The cooling fins are milled into the cylinder h...

Page 17: ...the first level of air filtration for the engine The majority of dirt and debris will be stopped by this filter Clean re oil and replace this filter after every hour of run time Always use both the p...

Page 18: ...ther factors determine how much nitro can be efficiently used in the engine The TRX 3 3 Racing Engine responds exceptionally well to a maximum of 33 nitro returning cooler temps more power and a smoot...

Page 19: ...pulling the entire filter assembly firmly to the side to release it Do not pull straight up 2 Remove the pre filter element 3 Clean the pre filter element by thoroughly washing the foam element in ho...

Page 20: ...nd low rpm part throttle engine speed The high speed needle is used to meter the fuel when the throttle is open from part throttle to wide open throttle WOT Two needles on the TRX 3 3 Racing Engine pr...

Page 21: ...protection circuitry prevents damage to the motor by cutting power if the load on the motor or other electronics exceeds safe limits Charging the EZ Start Battery The included charger can be used to...

Page 22: ...battery or one that has not been fully charged may not deliver enough power to crank the engine over at the appropriate rpm to keep the piston from sticking at top dead center TDC A new engine will t...

Page 23: ...after break in Follow the instructions exactly for each of the first 5 tanks of fuel Starting Your TRX 3 3 Racing Engine for the First Time Before you start your TRX 3 3 Racing Engine for the first t...

Page 24: ...try to creep forward when stopped Reduce the idle speed by turning the idle adjustment see page 15 on the carburetor counterclockwise 3 When the fuel tank is nearly empty shut off the engine and refu...

Page 25: ...s then it is likely that it is over 220 F and needs to cool down If the water takes a long time or does not evaporate at all then the engine is too cool We do not recommend that you operate your engin...

Page 26: ...clockwise and retest This setting will extend engine component life Low Speed Fuel Mixture Adjustment The low speed mixture is always set after the high speed needle is correctly adjusted The low spee...

Page 27: ...ture is air temperature Expect the engine temperature to vary almost in direct proportion to air temperature Assuming you tuned the engine for the same maximum performance each day the engine will run...

Page 28: ...thing with your Nitro Slash The engine is cooled by airflow created by speed Towing creates a high load on the engine and at the same time limits cooling of the engine due to low vehicle speed If your...

Page 29: ...er angle of both the front and rear wheels can be adjusted with the camber rods upper turnbuckles Use a square or right angle triangle to set the camber accurately Adjust the front and rear wheels to...

Page 30: ...ing rod should be replaced when the piston and sleeve are replaced or after three gallons of fuel whichever comes first Also replace the piston wrist pin and G clip whenever the connecting rod is repl...

Page 31: ...intenance instructions 10 Replace the glow plug reconnect the glow plug power wire and reinstall the air filter Centering the Servos Whenever your radio system has been removed for service or cleaning...

Page 32: ...next to the terminal The engine could be flooded If too much fuel accumulates in the combustion chamber at start up the engine will hydraulically lock Follow the procedure on page 33 for clearing a f...

Page 33: ...ed with fuel When the engine is flooded it will no longer turn due to excess fuel in the combustion chamber preventing upward movement of the piston Use the following procedure to clear a flooded engi...

Page 34: ...ing Turning the Multi Function knob fully clockwise will deliver maximum steering throw turning the knob counterclockwise reduces steering throw note turning the dial counterclockwise to its stop will...

Page 35: ...he servo s travel range or its end point independently for left and right travel on the steering channel and throttle brake travel on the throttle channel This allows you to fine tune the servo settin...

Page 36: ...to select any model from a list of model memory entries The transmitter and receiver do it all for you automatically To activate Model Lock 1 Switch on the transmitter and receiver you wish to lock 2...

Page 37: ...s how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings and functions Press and hold MENU to enter the Menu Tree and use the following commands to navigate through the menu and select options...

Page 38: ...LED blinks Press SET red LED blinks x3 Press MENU twice red LED blinks x3 Turn steering wheel to desired max left and right travel x8 Press SET to save each position Turn steering wheel to test settin...

Page 39: ...or averages Use the recording function to document your dashboard view with sound so that you can keep your eyes on your driving and not miss a single apex Manage up to 30 Models with Traxxas Link The...

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