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Maintenance

Following a simple maintenance schedule will ensure that your truck, engine and radio system operate in top condition every time you
use them. It is strongly suggested.

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Check the foam air filter element for dirt blockage. If the

foam is dirty, remove it from the rubber filter housing and wash it
in liquid soap and warm water. Dry the foam element with a
paper towel, reinstall it and "wet" it with after-run oil.

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Check the chassis for any loose screws, especially the engine

and exhaust mounting screws. Tighten them if necessary.

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Check the steering linkage and the throttle/brake linkage for

any signs of wear or misalignment. Tighten and/or readjust them
if necessary.

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Once in a while, remove the wheels and clean the wheel bear-

ings using a bearing cleaner. This will remove any dust and grit
that may over time, damage the bearings.

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Check the fuel system, including the fuel tank and fuel lines,

for any signs of cracking or looseness. Replace any fuel line you
suspect may be damaged.

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After a period of time the chassis will accumulate a lot of dirt

and debris, especially around the engine area. This build-up should
be cleaned off using a high-powered spray cleaner like Emerald
Nitro Car Cleaner. Some nitro car cleaners will damage anodized
and/or plated parts. Test on an inconspicuous area first.

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After cleaning the chassis and engine with Nitro Car Cleaner

you should oil the moving parts of the chassis. Do not oil the clutch
bell or spur gear (large exposed plastic gear) or the brake disc.

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Periodically check the condition of the transmitter and re-

ceiver batteries. If you think they might be low, replace them
with a fresh set.

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Always use new fuel and keep the cap on the fuel tightly

closed. As fuel ages it absorbs water, which degrades the fuels
performance and will cause erratic engine operation.

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After you have finished using the engine for the day, remove

the glow plug and squirt several drops of a high quality after-run
oil into the cylinder. Reinstall the glow plug and crank the engine
over a couple of times (without the glow starter attached) to dis-
tribute the oil. This will prevent corrosion inside the engine.

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Never leave unused fuel in the fuel tank for more than a couple

of days. The Nitromethane and methanol in the fuel will evapo-
rate, leaving the oil behind. This will eventually turn into a thick
sludge that will require replacement of the fuel tank to fix.

Troubleshooting Guide

This troubleshooting guide has been provided to help you diagnose and solve most problems that you may encounter with your Baja
Outlaw nitro truck. Most problems encountered can be solved by carefully following the problem-cause-solution sections. If you
cannot solve the problem using this troubleshooting guide, please feel free to contact us at the address, phone number or email address
shown on page # 2 of these instructions.

Hitec Lynx Sport Radio System

PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

1) Radio system does not operate

A) Transmitter and/or receiver batteries low

A) Replace transmitter and/or receiver batteries

B) Batteries are installed incorrectly

B) Check that the polarity of the batteries is correct

C) Receiver battery connector is loose

C) Check that receiver battery connector is plugged in and tight

2) Operating range is short