[FIX] Hot Wheels Remote Control Car Not Working

You can try the following solutions to fix your Hot Wheels Remote Control Car Not Working issue:

You can try the following solutions to fix your Hot Wheels Remote Control Car Not Working issue:

• Solution One – First, swap out the battery.

• Use a Phillips head screwdriver to unscrew the battery cover (not included).
• Install 4 AA (LR6) alkaline batteries (not included) inside the battery compartment with the (+/-) polarity as indicated. Alkaline batteries have a longer lifespan.
• Tighten the screw after replacing the battery cover.
• If the remote controller’s LED does not illuminate during charging or if the car does not respond well after charging, replace the remote controller’s batteries.
• The controller will not turn on.

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• Solution Two – Recharge it

• If the remote controller LED flashes erratically during play or if the vehicle starts to react slowly, recharge it.

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• Solution Three: Properly connect the controller and remote.

• On the car, turn the power switch to the ON position (I).
• After starting the car, press the remote controller’s pairing button.
• When the LED on the remote controller turns from flashing red to solid red, pairing is finished.

NOTICE: Try pairing the car again by pressing the pairing button on the remote controller once the LED indicator has stopped flashing after around 10 seconds.

Extra:

• Instead of pointing your remote control down at your car, do so upward. Your car won’t run right if you drive too far away.
• Avoid storing your car in the heat or in the sun. Prior to storing, always turn all switches off and take all the batteries out of the remote control.
• Never drive your car in snow, water, or sand. Avoid submerging in water. If your car does become wet, dry it off overnight by wiping it off with a towel. Remove the battery(ies) and let the remote controller air dry if it were inadvertently fallen into the water. Before using, replace the battery(ies) with new ones.
• The remote controller and/or the vehicle may not operate properly when exposed to an electrostatic source. To resume the normal operation of the remote controller, remove it after 5 seconds. Yes, remove the batteries and put them back in. Turn the power OFF for 5 seconds, then turn it ON again to get the car back to regular operation.

Play responsibly! Drive not off the street with the car!

You might a different problem if there is no indication that the controller has been turned on.

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Other Causes and Fixes to Hot Wheels Remote Control Car Not Working

• Dead controller batteries

The battery case may be removed using a screwdriver. Examine the batteries to discover if they are rusted or dead. Replace the batteries with fresh AAA batteries if they need to be done. Reattach the battery housing and check the controller’s functionality.

Use this manual to replace controller batteries if you need assistance.

• Broken controller transmitter

Using a J1 screwdriver, remove the six screws that are located on the controller’s back. Check the circuit board for damage or disconnected wires after removing the shell. The controller’s top has a little circuit board that serves as the transmitter.

The rest of the circuits are blue, but the transmitter is green. Look for broken or disconnected wires on the transmitter. Use this manual to replace the controller transmitter.

• Disconnected or Broken Wires

A pair of controllers in the Hot Wheels AI Intelligent Race System are often utilized, which may cause the cables to become disconnected. Use a J1 Philips head screwdriver to remove the six screws that are located on the controller’s rear.

To view the controller’s interior and circuit board, pry apart the controller’s casing. Verify that all of the wires are connected and without breakage. If wires are cut, carefully reattach them or replace them as necessary. Use this manual to replace wires if you need assistance.

• Factory Reset

You can reset your controller to its default settings if all else fails. Push the black, round button on the controller that is next to the “on” button when the vehicle is connected. Turn the steering wheel left or right until “Factory Reset” appears.

On the controller’s front, press the checkmark button. Press the checkmark button one more to confirm after hearing the “Warning: Factory Reset” message. To confirm that you’ve successfully reset the controller, a series of beeps will play.

• Turns on, but the controller is unresponsive

The cars don’t move when you push buttons while the controller is turned on.

• Broken controller transmitter

Using a J1 screwdriver, remove the six screws that are located on the controller’s back. Check the circuit board for damage or disconnected wires after removing the shell. The controller’s top has a little circuit board that serves as the transmitter. The rest of the circuits are blue, but the transmitter is green. Look for broken or disconnected wires on the transmitter. Use this manual to replace the controller transmitter.

• Disconnected or Broken Wires

A pair of controllers in the Hot Wheels AI Intelligent Race System are often utilized, which may cause the cables to become disconnected. Use a J1 Philips head screwdriver to remove the six screws that are located on the controller’s rear. To view the controller’s interior and circuit board, pry apart the controller’s casing. Verify that all of the wires are connected and without breakage. If wires are cut, carefully reattach them or replace them as necessary. Use this manual to learn how to replace wires.

• Factory Reset

You can reset your controller to its default settings if all else fails. Push the black, round button on the controller that is next to the “on” button when the vehicle is connected. Turn the steering wheel left or right until “Factory Reset” appears. On the controller’s front, press the checkmark button. Press the checkmark button one more to confirm after hearing the “Warning: Factory Reset” message. To let you know that you’ve successfully reset the controller, a series of beeps will play.

• The car Won’t Start

When turned on, the car doesn’t respond.

• Car Batteries are Dead

The battery case may be removed using a screwdriver. Examine the batteries to discover if they are rusted or dead. If batteries need to be changed, get some fresh AAA batteries. Reattach the battery shell and check the car’s operation. Use this guide to replace the batteries.

• Power button stuck

The power buttons of the Hot Wheels AI Intelligent Race System’s cars and controllers are prone to jamming. The top of the controller and the bottom of the cars both have power switches. Check that the switches can be easily flipped from the on to the off position by flipping them back and forth.

The switch is jammed if it becomes stuck or if the light is unresponsive. By removing the two little screws on the bottom front of the toy vehicle, you can remove the top casing of the car and correct switch jamming. Remove the four J1 Philips head screws on the top portion of the car’s body after removing the casing.

Next, use a j0 Philips head screwdriver to remove the two tiny screws covering the transmitter. Remove the body’s top to see the car’s electrical systems. The circuit board’s on/off switch is situated there. Lift the board to look for any potential switch-jamming debris.

• Disconnected or Broken Wires

A pair of controls for the Hot Wheels AI Intelligent Race System are frequently dropped and used heavily. Wires may become disconnected as a result of this. Use a J1 Phillips head screwdriver to remove the six screws that are attached to the controller’s back.

To view the controller’s interior and circuit board, pry apart the controller’s casing. Verify that all of the wires are connected and without breakage.

If wires are cut, carefully reattach them or replace them as necessary. See this manual for assistance with replacing wires.

• The car receiver is damaged

A receiver is a feature of the Hot Wheels AI Intelligent Race System automobiles, and it is positioned on the bottom of the vehicle between the two sets of wheels. When utilizing the controller, connection issues can be brought by debris or damage to these receivers. If there is no debris or damage on the bottom side of the car, the receivers might need to be replaced.

The top casing of the car is removed in order to find the receivers. To accomplish this, use a J0 Philips head screwdriver to remove the two screws located in the front of the automobile. Release the casing to reveal the car’s body. On the top portion of the automobile body, remove the four J1 Philips head screws.

Next, use a j0 Philips head screwdriver to remove the two tiny screws covering the transmitter. Remove the body’s top to see the car’s electrical systems. Expose the transmitter by removing the circuit board and wheel bearings. Look for disconnections or damage in the transmitter. The transmitter must be changed even if there is no damage. Use this manual to learn how to replace the transmitter.

• The car Will Not Drive Straight

When being driven, the car leans to the left or the right.

• Steering Alignment Needs to be Adjusted

These automobiles crash frequently, and their steering occasionally needs to be corrected. Connect the vehicle to the controller, then hit the black circle button next to the “on” button to change the steering. When you hear “Adjust Steering,” move the steering wheel to the left and right. To follow the voice instructions, click the checkmark button.

Check to determine if the automobile goes left or right on its own by moving the car forward and backward without steering. Pushing the steering wheel in the opposite direction from where the car is turning will correct the steering.

A “beep” will indicate that you have turned the steering wheel one round to the left or right with each rotation of the stick. Press the checkmark button once more when the steering appears to be straight and you are satisfied with it.

• Wheels fail to turn or turn slowly

The automobiles’ wheels either don’t turn or spin very slowly.

Between the wheels and the car’s body, debris is wedged.

Dust, dirt, or other debris may get lodged between the wheels and the car’s body and the tires. Using a little Phillips head screwdriver, remove the two screws located on the bottom front side of the car to reveal the top shell. Remove the casing from the car’s body and wheels. The wheels and bearings will then be clearly visible. To clean the wheels and bearings, use a moist towel.

• Broken controller transmitter

Using a J1 screwdriver, remove the six screws that are located on the controller’s back. Check the circuit board for damage or disconnected wires after removing the shell. The controller’s top has a little circuit board that serves as the transmitter.

The rest of the circuits are blue, but the transmitter is green. Look for broken or disconnected wires on the transmitter. Use this manual to replace the controller transmitter.

• Volume is Too Low

It’s difficult to hear the instructions and exclamations coming from the controllers’ speakers.

The volume control is set to a lower level.

Make sure the controller is on a low-volume setting. Click the blue checkbox labeled “Confirm Selection,” which is located on the right. To control the volume, toggle left or right. To choose a volume, press “Confirm Selection” once again.

• Debris Stuck in Speakers

Use a dust-off disposable compressed gas duster to blow into the speakers. In the event that cleaning doesn’t work, unscrew the six screws on the controller’s back to remove the casing. Pop the case off after the screws are removed, then check the speaker for dust or damage.

• water Damage

The controller’s casing can be taken off in the event of water damage. Using a j1 Philips head screwdriver, remove the six screws from the rear of the device. Break the case free, then soak the device in rice for a few hours to absorb extra moisture. Once the controller and car are dry, diagnose them.