2020 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS air suspension

This data can be saved locally in the vehicle or
is located on a device that you have connected
to the vehicle (e.g. smartphone, USB flash
drive or MP3 player). If this data is saved in
the vehicle, you can delete it at any time.
Transfer of this data to third parties is only
possible at your request, predominantly while
using online services and in accordance with
the settings you have selected.
You can save convenience settings/customi-
zations in the vehicle and change them at any
time.
Depending on the piece of equipment in ques-
tion, these can include:
R settings for the seat and steering wheel
positions
R suspension and air-conditioning settings
R customizations such as interior lighting
If your vehicle is equipped appropriately, you
can connect your smartphone or another
mobile end device to the vehicle. You can
operate this device using the integrated con-
trols in the vehicle. This allows images and
sound from the smartphone to be output
through the multimedia system. Simultane-
ously, certain information is transferred to
your smartphone.
Depending on the type of integration, this can
include:
R general vehicle status
R position data
This allows the use of selected smartphone
apps, such as navigation or music player apps.
No further interaction between smartphone
and vehicle takes place and, in particular, it is
not possible to actively access vehicle data.
The type of additional data processing is deter-
mined by the provider of the app being used.
Which settings can be made, if at all, depend
on the respective app and the operating sys-
tem of your smartphone. Online services
Wireless network connection If your vehicle has a wireless network connec-
tion, data can be exchanged between your
vehicle and other systems. The wireless net-
work connection is made possible by the vehi-
cle's own transceiver or by mobile end devices
that you have brought into the vehicle (e.g. smartphones). This wireless network connec-
tion can be used to access online functions.
This includes online services and apps provi-
ded by the manufacturer or other providers.
Services provided by the manufacturer In the case of the manufacturer's online serv-
ices, the manufacturer describes the functions
in a suitable place (e.g. manufacturer's operat-
ing instructions, website) and provides the
associated information subject to data protec-
tion legislation. Personal data may be used
when providing online services. The data
exchange for this takes place via a secure con-
nection, e.g. with the manufacturer's IT sys-
tems intended for the purpose. The collection,
the processing and the use of personal data
above and beyond the provision of services is
only permitted on the basis of a legal permit or
the consent of the person involved.
In most cases, you can enable or disable the
services and functions, some of which are sub-
ject to a charge. In some cases it will also
apply to the entire data connection of the vehi-
cle. There are exceptions to this; in particular,
legally prescribed functions and services such
as the "E-Call" traffic emergency call system.
Services provided by third parties If it is possible to use online services from
other providers, these services are the respon-
sibility of the provider in question and subject
to that provider's data protection conditions
and terms of use. The manufacturer has no
influence over the content exchanged in this
connection.
Please ask the respective service provider for
information on the type, extent and purpose of
the collection and use of personal data in the
context of services provided by third parties.36
Introduction

Snow chains
G
WARNING
If snow chains are installed to the front
wheels, they may drag against the vehicle
body or chassis components. This could
cause damage to the vehicle or the tires.
There is a risk of an accident.
To avoid hazardous situations:
R never install snow chains to the front
wheels
R always install snow chains in pairs to the
rear wheels. G
WARNING
If you drive too fast with snow chains moun-
ted, they may snap. As a result, you could
injure others and damage the vehicle. There
is a risk of an accident.
Observe the maximum permissible speed for
operation with snow chains.
When driving with snow chains installed, do
not exceed the maximum permissible speed of
30 mph (50 km/h
). Observe the country-spe-
cific laws and regulations for operation with
snow chains.
! Check the snow chains for damage before
mounting them. Damaged or worn snow
chains may snap and damage the following
components:
R wheel
R wheel housing
R wheel suspension
For this reason, you must use only snow
chains that are free of defects. Observe the
manufacturer's mounting instructions.
! Vehicles with steel wheels:
if you mount
snow chains on steel wheels, you may dam-
age the hub caps. Remove the hub caps
from the relevant wheels before mounting
the snow chains.
Snow chains increase traction on roads in win-
try conditions.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom-
mends that you only use snow chains or trac-
tion aids which have been approved for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The snow chains or traction aids must be of class U or meet the
SAE type U

specification.
Information about snow chains can be
obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Commercial
Van Center.
When mounting snow chains, please bear the
following points in mind:
R Snow chains cannot be mounted on all
wheel/tire combinations. When mounting
the snow chains, note the permissible tire
and snow chain dimensions. Observe the
restrictions on the use of snow chains under
"Wheel/tire combinations" (Y page 302).
R Mount snow chains only in pairs and only to
the rear wheels. Observe the manufacturer's
mounting instructions.
R Only use snow chains when the road is cov-
ered by a layer of snow. Remove the snow
chains as soon as possible when you come
to a road that is not snow-covered.
R The use of snow chains may be restricted by
local regulations. Observe the appropriate
regulations before mounting snow chains.
R When driving with snow chains installed, do
not exceed the maximum permissible speed
of 30 mph (50 km/h).
R Check the tension of the chains after a dis-
tance of approximately 0.5 miles (1.0 km)
and tighten the chains if required.
You may wish to deactivate ESP ®
when pulling
away with snow chains installed ( Y page 69).
This allows the wheels to spin in a controlled
manner, achieving an increased driving force
(cutting action). Operation in winter
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Wheels and tires Z