Specifications

DCS
[P-51D Mustang]
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NORMAL PROCEDURES
If for any reason you anticipate pulling more than 40” of manifold during the engine ground run, be
sure that the airplane is anchored.
Stopping the Engine
To stop the engine, follow the procedure below:
 Set the propeller control full forward. This makes the engine easier to start next time.
 Idle at 1500 RPM.
 Fuel booster - OFF.
 Move the mixture control to IDLE CUT-OFF, opening the throttle as the RPM drops below 700
RPM. Do not open the throttle above 700 RPM as any sudden opening of the throttle at this
point discharges fuel into the carburetor and causes after-firing – the engine sputters and
attempts to fire again.
 Ignition switch - OFF.
 Turn off all electrical switches. Don’t forget the battery switch.
 Lock the controls, and move the carburetor air lever to UNRAMMED FILTERED AIR.
Suction gauge
RPM gauge
Oil temp. gauge
Oil pressure gauge