Troubleshooting

My car doesn't work at all...
The throttle works, but I can't steer...
My car runs slow...
My car is noisy...
I hear the engine spinning, but my car's wheels do not move...
After I crash, the ball cup links keep unsnapping...
My car won't track straight even after adjusting the steering trim...
My car steers, but throttles uncontrollably, even when the trigger position is neutral...

My car doesn't work at all...

1. Check to see if transmitter and car are on.
2. Make sure frequency LED colors on both the car and transmitter match.
3. If any other remote control products are on, turn them off.
4. Adjust throttle trim.
5. Check antennas on car and transmitter.
6. Try inside/outside.
7. Replace batteries. Repeat.
8. If problem persists, contact us.

The throttle works, but I can't steer...

1. Check steering trim – adjust ST DR. to maximum.
2. If the servo feels jammed, try centering it by hand.
3. Check to see if four prong servo plug is unplugged. Plug it in.
4. Check and see if steering links are connected.
5. If any other remote control products are on, turn them off.
6. Replace batteries.

My car runs slow...

1. Change batteries (Use 1000mAH NiMH for best performance).
2. Make sure the ca is geared properly.
3. Clean and oil bushings or ball bearings.
4. Check for stripped or dirty gears.
5. Check to see tires fit optimally in pin.

My car is noisy...

1. Check gear mesh between motor pinion and spur gear. Adjust until optimal fit.
2. Check for stripped gears.
3. Clean and oil bushings or ball bearings.
4. Check to see if tires are secured properly.

I hear the engine spinning, but my car's wheels do not move...

1. The motor pinion and spur gear have come loose. Adjust the motor screws, align pinion and spur gear.
2. Make sure pinion is not stripped or spins on motor shaft.
3. Check gear ratio.
4. Check CV joints and drive shafts.

After I crash, the ball cup links keep unsnapping...

1. Take pliers and snap ball joint back together on stud.
2. If this continuously happens, the ball cups are dirty or worn. Replace ball cups.

My car won't track straight even after adjusting the steering trim...

1. Make sure the steering rod links aren’t bent. If they are, bend them back into place.
2. Pop off ball joints and remove steering rod link. Tighten to increase out. Loosen to increase in  tow. Make sure when the servo and tires are centered, the tires point slightly inward.
3. Check and see if servo is jammed or servo saver is broken.
4. Check out Performance Tips for proper setup.

My car steers, but throttles uncontrollably, even when the trigger position is neutral...

1. Adjust throttle trim.
2. If any other remote control products are on, turn them off.
3. Try in another room or outside.
4. Replace batteries.