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document new option to disable IMU checks with ICE running
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common/source/docs/common-ice.rst

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The high vibration from internal combustion engines means that :ref:`vibration dampening <common-vibration-damping>` is critical. It is often necessary to mount the autopilot on a plate with `self-adhesive lead weights <https://www.amazon.com/Great-Planes-Segmented-Weights-6-Ounce/dp/B0015KLJE0>`__ added to increase its mass.
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.. note::
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When using Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) motors, vibration during
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engine run-up can cause the IMU consistency checks to fail, preventing
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arming.
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In ArduPilot 4.7 and later an option has been added to :ref:`ARMING_OPTIONS<ARMING_OPTIONS>`:
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**Bit 2 – Skip IMU consistency checks when ICE motor running**
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When this bit is set, ArduPilot will bypass the IMU consistency check
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if an ICE motor is running. This is intended for setups
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where ICE engines are typically started before arming, and their
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vibration may otherwise trigger false failures.

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