Page 2 - INTRODUCTION; Even if you are an experienced R/C enthusiast,
2 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED 4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT 6 ANATOMY OF THE 1/16 E-REVO VXL 7 QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED 8 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM 16 ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL 18 DRIVING YOUR MODEL ...
Page 3 - BEFORE YOU PROCEED; Your hobby; Refers you to a page with a related topic.; SUPPORT
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 3 BEFORE YOU PROCEED Carefully read and follow all instructions in this and any accompanying materials to prevent serious damage to your model. Failure to follow these instructions will be considered abuse and/or neglect. Before running your model, look over this entire m...
Page 4 - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; Skill Level = Myriad Semi Bold; bluehighway font; C h o o s e t h e M o d e l T h a t i s R i g h t F o r Yo u .; IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER; Traxxas does not recommend; SPEED CONTROL
4 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L This model is not intended for use by children under 14 years of age without the supervision of a responsible and knowledgeable adult. All instructions and precautions outlined in this manual should be strictly followed to ensure safe operation of your model. SAFETY PRE...
Page 5 - Use the Right; Supplied Tools and Equipment; APPLYING THE DECALS; The main decals for your model have been applied at the; DECORATING YOUR MODEL; NiMH battery charger*; Required Equipment; Body clips
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 5 TOOLS, SUPPLIES, AND REQUIRED EQUIPMENT Your model comes with a set of specialty metric tools. You’ll need to purchase other items, available from your hobby dealer, to operate and maintain your model. Recommended Equipment These items are not required for the operation...
Page 7 - QUICK START: GETTING UP TO SPEED
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 7 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. 1. Read the safety precautions on page 4 8. Range test the radio system • See page 14 For your own safety, unde...
Page 8 - TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM
8 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM INTRODUCTION Your model includes the TQ 2.4GHz transmitter. When powered on, the TQ 2.4GHz will automatically locate and lock onto an available frequency, allowing multiple models to be raced together without frequency...
Page 9 - IMPORTANT RADIO SYSTEM PRECAUTIONS; Correct
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 9 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM allow higher capacity than NiCad batteries. They can last up to 500 charge cycles. A peak charger designed for NiMH batteries is required for optimal performance. Receiver - The radio unit inside your model that receiv...
Page 10 - VXL-3m Wiring Diagram; Speed Control; VXL-3m ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL; Your model is equipped with the Traxxas TQ 2.4GHz transmitter.; MODEL WIRING DIAGRAM; TRANSMITTER AND RECEIVER
10 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM VXL-3m Wiring Diagram MOTOR MOTOR To Motor LED EZ-Set Button Heat Sinks High-Current Battery Connector KA186 7-R00 KA186 7-R00 CH3 - Channel 3* CH2 - Speed Control CH1 - Steering Servo CH1 - Channel 1* Antenna Receive...
Page 11 - Use the Right Batteries; INSTALLING TRANSMITTER BATTERIES; To prevent loss of radio range, do not; INSTALLING THE BATTERY PACK; Battery Installation
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 11 2-5 Use the Right Batteries Your transmitter uses AA batteries. Use new alkaline batteries or rechargeable batteries, such as NiMH (nickel-metal hydride) batteries, in your transmitter. Make sure rechargeable batteries are fully charged according to the manufacturer’s ...
Page 12 - Pinion Gear Installation Instructions; RADIO SYSTEM RULES; Precautions
12 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L The following Traxxas High-Current Connector packages are available from your hobby dealer. When using adapters, be careful not to exceed the current rating of the Molex connector. Part #3060 Single Male/Female Part #3080 2-Pack Female Part #3070 2-Pack Male Part #3061...
Page 13 - RADIO SYSTEM BASIC ADJUSTMENTS; Steering Trim; Servo reversing should only be required; Steering reversing procedure:; Setup; RADIO SYSTEM CONTROLS
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 13 TRAXXAS TQ 2.4GHz RADIO & VELINEON POWER SYSTEM Remember, always turn the transmitter on first and off last to avoid damage to your model. When rechargeable batteries begin to lose their charge, they will fade much faster than alkaline dry cells. Stop immediately a...
Page 14 - USING THE RADIO SYSTEM; Never use LiPo batteries while
14 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L USING THE RADIO SYSTEM The TQ 2.4GHz Radio System has been adjusted at the factory for correct operation with your model. The adjustment should be checked before running the model, in case of movement during shipping. Here’s how: 1. Turn the transmitter switch on. The ...
Page 15 - TRANSMITTER LED CODES
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 15 Higher Speeds Require Greater Distance The faster you drive your model, the more quickly it will near the limit of radio range. At top speeds, models can cover anywhere between 50 to 100 feet every second! It’s a thrill, but use caution to keep your model in range. If ...
Page 16 - ADJUSTING THE ELECTRONIC SPEED CONTROL
16 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L The electronic speed control is factory set and should not require any adjustments. These instructions are provided for your reference. Setup Programming (Calibrating your ESC and transmitter) Read through all of the following programming steps before you begin. If you...
Page 17 - Tip For Fast Mode Changes
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 17 Selecting Sport Mode (Profile #1) 1. Connect a fully charged battery pack to the ESC and turn on your transmitter. 2. With the ESC off, press and hold the EZ-Set button until the light turns solid green, then solid red, and then begins blinking red (indicating the Prof...
Page 18 - DRIVING YOUR MODEL; About Run Time; RUNNING IN WET CONDITIONS
18 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L DRIVING YOUR MODEL 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 are some important precautions to keep in mind. • Allow the model to cool for a few minutes between runs. This ...
Page 20 - Transmission
20 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L DRIVING YOUR MODEL • Transmission : Remove, disassemble, and clean the transmission components. No grease is required for the nylon gears. Refer to your exploded view diagrams for help with disassembly and reassembly. • Motor : Remove the motor, clean with aerosol moto...
Page 21 - TUNING ADJUSTMENTS; SUSPENSION TUNING; Ride Height Adjustment; Remove the lower; The shocks are
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 21 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS Your model is factory-tuned for optimum performance on pavement and concrete surfaces. To tailor the performance and handling of your model to suit your driving style and available traction, your model has a number of adjustable features. Gearing, sh...
Page 22 - Static Camber Adjustment; ° camber each side; Front Toe Adjustment; : Rear toe-in is adjusted in the same way as; Negative camber; toward chassis; Positive camber; away from chassis
22 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L TUNING ADJUSTMENTS A camber gauge (available at your local hobby shop) can be a useful tool for alignment setting. To achieve a good starting point for the slipper clutch, tighten the slipper clutch adjusting nut clockwise until the slipper clutch adjusting spring full...
Page 23 - TRANSMISSION TUNING; Adjusting the Slipper Clutch
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 23 TUNING ADJUSTMENTS TRANSMISSION TUNING Adjusting the Slipper Clutch Your model is equipped with an adjustable Torque Control slipper clutch, which is built into the large spur gear. The purpose of the slipper clutch is to prevent over-stressing of the drivetrain and tr...
Page 24 - MOTOR AND GEARING; Motor Installation; Remove the motor as described; Adjusting Gear Mesh; Motor Mount Positions
24 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L Spur Gear Pinion Gear 45 50 55 11 - - 25.20 12 - - 23.10 13 - - 21.32 14 - - 19.80 15 - - 18.48 16 - 15.75 17.33 17 - 14.82 16.31 18 - 14.00 15.40 19 - 13.26 14.59 20 - 12.60 13.86 21 10.80 12.00 13.20 22 10.31 11.45 12.60 23 9.86 10.96 12.05 24 9.45 10.50 11.55 25 9.0...
Page 25 - High Speed Gearing; The included high-speed pinion gear can be installed to increase; 0+mph Battery and Gearing Installation Instructions; Install the included high-speed pinion gear as described in; WHEELS AND TIRES
1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L • 25 High Speed Gearing The included high-speed pinion gear can be installed to increase the top speed of your model to 50+mph. This also requires the use of an additional battery (sold separately) and a Traxxas series connector (Part #3063, sold separately). See page 12 fo...
Page 26 - MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL; The following procedures should be taken; Slipper
26 • 1 / 1 6 E - R E V O V X L 1 1 If you have questions or need technical assistance, call Traxxas at 1- 8 8 8 - T R A X X A S (1-888-872-9927) (U.S. residents only) MAINTAINING YOUR MODEL Your model requires timely maintenance in order to stay in top running condition. The following procedures sho...
