Mercedes-Benz 2003 M-Class Operator's Manual page 164

Controls in detail
Useful features
When the connection is established, the
message
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE –
appears in the MCS dis-
CALL CONNECTED
play. The Tele Aid system will transmit data
generating the vehicle identification num-
ber, model, color and location (subject to
availability of cellular and GPS signals).
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While the call is connected you can
change to navigation menu by pressing
NAVI button on the MCS unit.
A voice connection between the Roadside
Assistance dispatcher and the occupants
of the vehicle will be established. When a
voice connection is established the audio
system mutes and the message
– ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CALL ACTIVE
pears in the MCS display.
Describe the nature of the need for as-
sistance.
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The Mercedes-Benz Roadside assistance
dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified
Mercedes-Benz technician or arrange to
tow your vehicle to the nearest
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center. For
services such as labor and/or towing,
charges may apply. Refer to the Roadside
Assistance manual for more information.
These programs are only available in the
USA:
Sign and Drive services: Services such
as jump start, a few gallons of fuel or
the replacement of a flat tire with the
vehicle spare tire are obtainable,
Remote Vehicle Diagnostics: This func-
tion permits the Mercedes-Benz Road-
side Assistance dispatcher to
TELE AID
ap-
download malfunction codes and actu-
al vehicle data.
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The indicator lamp in the Roadside As-
sistance button • remains illumi-
nated in red for approx. 10 seconds
during the system self-check after turn-
ing the key in the steering lock to
position 2 (together with the SOS but-
ton and the Information button ¡ ).
See system self-check ( page 160)
when the indicator lamp does not light
up in red or stays on longer than ap-
proximately 10 seconds.