Model glitches and stutters
Article #542267
- Onboard batteries not properly charged
- Replace, or Charge battery completely.
- Servo lead wires are cut or frayed
- Fix or send the servo back to Traxxas for repair.
- Antenna lead cut, or damaged
- Send the receiver to Traxxas for repair.
- Damaged frequency crystal (27MHz)
- Replace the damaged crystal set (RX & TX) before continuing to run the model.
- Burned out resister or speed control (electrics with mechanical speed controls only)
- Visually inspect the resistor - if it's cracked or discolored replace it with a new one. If the resistor looks fine, you'll need to replace the mechanical speed control. The mechanical speed control includes a new resistor just in case.
- Motor is dirty or damaged (electric models)
- Give the motor a thorough cleaning and then install it back on the motor mount.
- Batteries in the transmitter are weak, or completely discharged
- Check for a bright red LED on transmitter. If the transmitter's LED blinks, install fresh batteries before continuing to run the model.
- Receiver or transmitter failure
- Return the component to Traxxas for service.
- Frequency conflict (27MHz)
- Someone nearby may already be using your frequency. Try another frequency or go to another area.
- Frequency conflict (27MHz)
- VXL brushless motor phases loose (Velineon electrics only)
- Check the motor connections to the ESC and verify they are properly and securely connected.
- ESC requires setup (electric models)
- Follow the instructions shown in your manual for basic ESC setup.
