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 ADVANCED TUNING GUIDE

Set Multi-Function 
knob for STEERING 
SENSITIVITY (Expo)

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

8

Press SET to confirm 

green LED blinks (x8)

 

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

Set Multi-Function 
knob for THROTTLE 
SENSITIVITY (Expo)

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU to confirm 

red LED blinks (x2)

 

x

8

Press SET to select 

green LED blinks (x8)

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

Set Multi-Function 
knob for STEERING 
DUAL-RATE (%)

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

3

Press MENU twice 

red LED blinks (x3)

 

x

8

Press SET to select 

green LED blinks (x8)

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

Set Multi-Function 
knob for BRAKING 
PERCENTAGE (%)

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

4

Press MENU 3 times 

red LED blinks (x4)

 

x

8

Press SET to select 

green LED blinks (x8)

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

Set Multi-Function  
knob for  
THROTTLE TRIM

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

5

Press MENU 4 times 

red LED blinks (x5)

 

x

8

Press SET to select 

green LED blinks (x8)

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

Adjust the Multi-

Function knob until the 

LED turns solid green. 

To LOCK the  
Multi-Function knob

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

6

Press MENU 5 times 

red LED blinks (x6)

 

x

8

Press SET to lock 

green LED blinks (x8)

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

To REVERSE 
the direction of 
STEERING servo

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU

green LED blinks (x2)

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

8

Press SET 

to reverse 

servo direction

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

To set the SUB TRIM 
of the STEERING 
servo

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU 

red LED blinks (x2)

Use Multi-Function 

knob 

to set neutral

 

  

x

8

Press SET 

to save position

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

To set the END 
POINTS of the 
STEERING servo

  

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU  

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

3

Press MENU  twice

red LED blinks (x3)

 

 

Turn steering 

wheel 

to desired max 

left and right travel

 

x

8

Press SET 

to save each position

Turn steering wheel 

to test settings

IF END POINTS 

ARE OK:

 

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

IF END POINTS 

NEED TO BE 

CHANGED:

 

Press SET 

and repeat steps 6-8

To reset the END 
POINTS of STEERING 
servo to defaults

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU  

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

4

Press MENU  3 times

red LED blinks (x4)

 

x

8

Press SET 

to reset end points

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

To REVERSE 
the direction of 
THROTTLE servo

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

8

Press SET 

to reverse 

servo direction

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

To set the SUB TRIM 
of the THROTTLE 
servo

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU 

red LED blinks (x2)

Use Multi-Function 

knob 

to set neutral

 

 

x

8

Press SET 

to save position

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

To set the END 
POINTS of the 
THROTTLE servo

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU  

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU  

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

3

Press MENU twice 

red LED blinks (x3)

 

Use throttle 

trigger 

to set desired 

max throttle or brake

 

 

Press SET 

to save

Use trigger to test

IF END POINTS 

ARE OK:

 

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

IF END POINTS 

NEED TO BE 

CHANGED:

  

Press SET 

and repeat steps 7-9

To reset the END 
POINTS of THROTTLE 
servo to defaults

 

Press/hold MENU 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU  

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

green LED blinks

 

x

2

Press MENU

green LED blinks (x2)

 

Press SET 

red LED blinks

 

x

4

Press MENU 3 times 

red LED blinks (x4)

  

x

8

Press SET 

green LED blinks (x8)

Press/hold MENU 

returns to driving mode

MENU TREE FORMULAS

To select functions and make adjustments to the TQi transmitter without 
referencing the Menu Tree, turn your transmitter on, find the function in the 
left column you wish to adjust, and simply follow the corresponding steps. 

Always turn your

transmitter on first.

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Summary of Contents for Stampede 4x4 VXL 67086-1

Page 1: ...owner s manual MODEL 67086 1...

Page 2: ...uick Start This manual is designed with a Quick Start path that outlines the necessary procedures to get your model up and running in the shortest time possible If you are an experienced R C enthusias...

Page 3: ...e to contact us with any of your product support needs We want you to be thoroughly satisfied with your new model SAFETY PRECAUTIONS All of us at Traxxas want you to safely enjoy your new model Operat...

Page 4: ...opular for use in R C models due to their compact size high energy density and high current output However these types of batteries require special care and handling procedures for long life and safe...

Page 5: ...joint wrench Supplied Tools and Equipment Required Equipment Battery and charger style are subject to change and may vary from images 7 cell NiMH battery pack NiMH battery charger 2 5mm L wrench 8mm 4...

Page 6: ...LED Light Pipe Battery Hold Down Battery Receiver Box Antenna Mount Front Suspension Arm Front Bumper Steering Servo Shock Oil Damper Turnbuckle Toe Link Turnbuckle Front Camber Link Turnbuckle Rear C...

Page 7: ...nce from outside sources 3 Install batteries in the transmitter See page 11 8 Detail your model See sidebar page 8 The transmitter requires 4 AA alkaline batteries sold separately Apply other decals i...

Page 8: ...eliminate cogging Current Current is a measure of power flow through the electronics usually measured in amps If you think of a wire as a garden hose current is a measure of how much water is flowing...

Page 9: ...solder tabs Transmitter The hand held radio unit that sends throttle and steering instructions to your model Trim The fine tuning adjustment of the neutral position of the servos made by adjusting th...

Page 10: ...on LED Sensor Expansion Port V T Voltage Temp Senor Port RPM RPM Sensor Port BATT CH5 Battery Channel 5 CH4 Channel 4 CH3 Channel 3 CH2 Speed Control CH1 Steering Servo CH1 Channel 1 Not used Accessor...

Page 11: ...as indicated in the battery compartment 3 Reinstall the battery door and snap it closed 4 Turn on the transmitter and check the status indicator for a solid green light If the status LED flashes red t...

Page 12: ...TEM RULES Always turn your TQi transmitter on first and off last This procedure will help to prevent your model from receiving stray signals from another transmitter or other source and running out of...

Page 13: ...ns Steering Trim The electronic steering trim located on the face of the transmitter adjusts the neutral center point of the steering channel Multi Function Knob The Multi Function knob can be program...

Page 14: ...oser to you making it easier to see and control No matter how fast or far you drive your model always leave adequate space between you the model and others Never drive directly toward yourself or othe...

Page 15: ...wrong way to adjust exponential Any setting that makes you more comfortable with your model s handling is the right setting Setting up the Antenna The receiver antenna has been set up and installed fr...

Page 16: ...and green 2 Press and hold the EZ Set button for ten seconds The LED will turn off and then light red Also a falling musical tone will be emitted from the motor 3 Low Voltage Detection is now DISABLE...

Page 17: ...conds VXL 3s Profile Selection The speed control is factory set to Profile 1 100 forward brakes and reverse To disable reverse Profile 2 or to allow 50 forward and 50 reverse Profile 3 follow the step...

Page 18: ...light Low Voltage Detection is ACTIVATED LiPo setting Solid Red VXL 3s power on light Low Voltage Detection is DISABLED NiCad NiMH setting Never use LiPo batteries while Low Voltage Detection is disa...

Page 19: ...pack will theoretically run twice as long as a 1500mAh sport pack Because of the wide variation in the types of batteries that are available and the methods with which they can be charged it s impossi...

Page 20: ...led by water contact and will not give an accurate indication of appropriate gearing Use special care when operating your model in muddy conditions Stop operating your model if it appears to be strain...

Page 21: ...y removing the two 3x10mm cap screws 3 To remove the receiver from the box simply lift it out and set to the side The antenna wire is still inside the clamp area and cannot be removed yet 4 Unplug the...

Page 22: ...to 1 to 2 of negative camber In the rear adjust the wheels to 1 to 2 of negative camber These adjustments should be set with the truck positioned at its normal ride height Shock Mounting Positions Big...

Page 23: ...ed toward the receiver s LED 3 Turn the transmitter power switch on Make certain the transmitter s batteries are not depleted 4 Turn the transmitter s steering trim knob to the center 0 position 5 Dis...

Page 24: ...e Inspect the driveline for signs of wear such as worn drive yokes dirty axle half shafts and any unusual noise or binding If a U joint pops apart then it is time to replace the part Remove the gear c...

Page 25: ...r further move the outer camber link ends to the lower position on the C hub Bump steer correction Bump steer refers to unwanted steering inputs caused by suspension movement Your model s suspension g...

Page 26: ...e lives of the batteries and motors There are many options available that will help you monitor temperatures and cool your components Temperature sensor To accurately monitor motor temperature and pre...

Page 27: ...likely to overturn on high traction surfaces From the factory the front differential is filled with SAE 30 000W viscosity silicone oil The rear differential is filled with grease but can also be tune...

Page 28: ...ont of the case 8 To reinstall the differential reverse the steps Refilling the differential 1 Remove the four 2 5x10mm screws from the differential case and carefully pull the diff case halves apart...

Page 29: ...nt settings you select will represent what you wish to be the servo s maximum travel the Steering Percentage or Braking Percentage functions will not override the End Point settings Steering and Throt...

Page 30: ...blink green four times repeatedly 4 Press SET once The status LED will blink green once repeatedly 5 Press MENU once The status LED will blink green twice repeatedly 6 Press SET The memory is now sele...

Page 31: ...ave Push forward to desired end point and press set to save To reset max throw Let go of controls and press SET The Menu Tree below shows how to navigate through the TQi transmitter s various settings...

Page 32: ...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 33: ...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...

Page 34: ...6200 TRAXXAS WAY McKINNEY TEXAS 75070 1 888 TRAXXAS 141001 67086 1 OM N EN R00 owner s manual...

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