188 Tele Aid
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Te l e  A i d  (optional for Canada)
Important!
The initial activation of the Tele Aid system may only be 
performed by completing the subscriber agreement and 
placing an acquaintance call using the SOS button. 
Failure to complete either of these steps will result in a 
system that is not activated. If the system is not 
activated the indicator lamp in the SOS button stays on 
after turning electronic key in steering lock to position 2 
and the message “TELE AID – NOT ACTIVATED” will be 
shown in the multifunction display for approx. 
10 seconds.
If you have any questions regarding activation, please 
call the Response Center at 1-800-756-9018 (in the USA) 
or 1-888-923-8367 (in Canada).
(Te l ematic Alarm Identification on Demand)
The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response; 
automatic and manual emergency, roadside assistance 
and information.The Tele Aid system is operational providing that the 
vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not 
damaged and cellular and GPS coverage is available.
The speaker volume of a Tele Aid call can be adjusted 
when using the volume control on the multifunction 
steering wheel, for raising press buttonæ and for 
lowering press buttonç.
To activate, press the SOS button, the Roadside 
Assistance button• or the Information button¡, 
depending on the type of response required.
Shortly after the completion of your Acquaintance Call, 
you will receive a user ID and password via first call 
mail. By visiting www.mbusa.com and selecting 
“Tele Aid” (USA only), you will have access to account 
information, remote door unlock, profile and more.
Important!
Tele Aid utilizes the cellular network for 
communication and the GPS (Global Positioning 
System) satellites for vehicle location. If either of these 
signals are unavailable, the Tele Aid system may not 
function and if this occurs, assistance must be 
summoned by other means.