Mercedes-Benz Metris Operator's Manual page 170

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the load. The lashing rods directly absorb the
potential shi ing forces.
Securing loads on the cargo compartment oor by
lashing them down is only recommended for light-
weight loads. Lay anti-slip mats under the load to
assist in securing it.
Do not attempt to modify or repair the cargo tie-
down points, tie-down eyes or tie downs. Read the
information on quali ed specialist workshops
( / page 18).
Using lashing straps Using lashing str aps
Observe the Operating Instructions or the lashing
strap manufacturer's instructions for the operation
of the lashing strap.
Securing loads on the cargo oor by lashing them
down is only recommended for lightweight loads.
Lay anti-slip mats under the load to assist in secur-
ing it.
Observe the notes on securing loads
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( page 166).
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Observe the maximum loading capacity of the
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cargo tie-down point and tie-down eyes
( page 245).
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Notes and information on the maximum loading
capacity of the lashing strap can be found on the
lashing strap label. If the label is missing or illegi-
ble, the lashing strap is ready to be discarded and
must be replaced. Such a lashing strap must not
be used.
If reference stickers were included on delivery,
a x them to the vehicle as follows:
Clean the surface before sticker
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The stickers must be a xed to a at, metallic
surface free from grease and dust.
A x stickers
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close proximity to the loading rails in a clearly
visible location.
T T ensioning s ensioning str trap ap
Observe the Operating Instructions or the
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manufacturer's notes on how to use the ten-
sioning strap.
T T ight ightening ening
Press and hold tensioning lever 3.
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Guide tensioning strap
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lever
tighten.
Release tensioning lever 3.
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R R eleasing eleasing
Press and hold tensioning lever 3.
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Pull tensioning strap
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buckle.
R R atc atche het s t str trap ap
1 is a xed.
1 on every side of the vehicle in
1 between tensioning
3 and brace 2 as illustrated and
1 out of the strap