2000 Mercedes ML-Class Owner's Manual - Page 156

When the connection is established, the message "ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE - CALL CONNECTED" appears in the MCS display. The Tele Aid system will transmit data generating the vehicle identification number, model, color and location (subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals). While the call is connected, you can change to navigation menu by pressing NAVI button on the MCS. 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 "TELE AID - ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE CALL ACTIVE" appears in the MCS display. The nature of the need for assistance can then be described. 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 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 function permits the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher to download malfunction codes and actual vehicle data. Notes: The indicator lamp in the Roadside Assistance button • remains illuminated in red for approximately 10 seconds during the system self-check after turning key in steering lock to position 2 (together with the "SOS" button and the Information button ¡). See system self-check on page 148 when the indicator lamp does not light up in red or stay on longer than approximately 10 seconds. Tele Aid Instruments and controls Operation Driving 153 Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index