Troubleshooting - Engine stalls during normal driving or braking
Article #542307
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- Out of fuel or low fuel level
- Fill fuel tank
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- Idle screw incorrectly adjusted
- Raise your idle speed adjustment (clockwise) to prevent carburetor from closing too far. TRX 2.5 / 3.3 or Pro .15
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- Improper or contaminated fuel
- Replace fuel. Top Fuel Power Plus is recommended.
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- Glow plug fouled or weak
- Check for the glow plug light on the handheld starter when the EZ-Start® button is pressed. No light indicates a completely shorted plug or loose connection. Replace with the correct Traxxas glow plug for best performance.
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- Fuel flow blocked
- Check that all fuel lines are clear with no pinhole leaks. Check for dirt blockage in the carburetor fuel inlet and high speed needle seat.
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- Air bubble in fuel line
- Prime the engine to force air through/ Check for pinhole leaks in the fuel line
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- Insufficient fuel tank pressure
- Replace the pressure hose (between pipe and fuel tank)/ clear blockage in the tuned pipe hose fitting/ check flow to and from tank/ Check seal on fuel tank cap
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- Air cleaner plugged
- Clean and replace air cleaner element
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- Engine excessively worn
- Repair or replace engine through the Traxxas Engine Replacement Plan.
