Why is my Traxxas receiver blinking red?

The LED on the speed control blinking red indicates a low voltage shutdown. When the battery falls below the minimum threshold the speed control will shut down all motor output and the LED on the ESC will begin to blink red. If you need to get a new Traxxas ESC you can find those by clicking here.

Why is my Traxxas transmitter blinking green?

Typically when the transmitter is flashing green it’s because the remote won’t connect with the receiver (ESC) for some reason. This could be caused by bad batteries (in either the remote or transmitter), or the transmitter and ESC not synced properly.

What is the difference between Traxxas TQ and TQi?

The latest TQ 2.4GHz transmitter features the same case styling as the TQi, and is identified by the red TQ logo. This receiver can also be used with all TQi transmitters, but the receiver does not support the transmitter’s telemetry or model memory capabilities.

Why is my Traxxas going backwards?

Servo-reversing switch improperly set (mechanical speed controls only) Set channel 2 reversing switch so that the throttle servo operates in the correct direction. Reversing polarity to brushed motors reverses their direction. Verify correct installation of the motor to speed control connections.

Why is my Traxxas Slash not turning?

Simply unplug the servo that is not working from the receiver and plug it into a different channel. If the servo still does not work, then it’s time to replace or service the servo. If the servo operates normally when installed on a different channel, then it’s the receiver that is causing the servo failure.

How do I know if my Traxxas battery is bad?

The easiest way to tell if your Traxxas RC car battery is bad is to take the battery out and examine it. If the battery is swollen at all then the battery is bad and should immediately be replaced.

Can a 2218x be used with a Traxxas TQI?

The 2218X and 6519 receivers can also be used with the TQi, however, they do not support telemetry. The latest TQ 2.4GHz transmitter features the same case styling as the TQi, and is identified by the red TQ logo. This transmitter includes the #6519 receiver.

Is the Traxxas link 2.4GHz compatible with TQI?

The Traxxas Link Wireless Module is included with vehicles that feature factory-installed telemetry. The second-generation TQi 2.4GHz receiver, item no. 6533, features telemetry compatibility; it also features the Traxxas exclusive Traxxas Stability Management (TSM).

How does the Traxxas link model memory work?

Traxxas Link Model Memory. Traxxas Link Model Memory is an exclusive, patent-pending feature of the TQi transmitter. Each time the transmitter is bound to a new receiver, it saves that receiver in its memory along with all the settings assigned to that receiver.

Is there a docking base for a Traxxas transmitter?

This transmitter no longer uses a Docking Base, instead it uses the Traxxas Link Wireless Module, item no. 6511. The Traxxas Link Wireless Module is included with vehicles that feature factory-installed telemetry.