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Can the ETC card be turned off when not in use?

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Robert
07/24/25 6:25am

ETC's card can be removed when not in use, but be careful not to remove the card during use, otherwise it will cause the ETC to fail to work properly. Benefits of installing ETC: Save time: Avoid the hassle of queuing up; Green and environmentally friendly: Green and low-carbon, vehicles can pass through toll stations without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions and pollution; Save wear and tear: Save costs, reduce the frequency of vehicle starts and brakes, reduce wear and fuel consumption, and users can also enjoy a 5% discount on tolls; Improve efficiency: The efficiency of ETC lanes can theoretically be increased by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC newer, faster, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous. ETC working principle: Through the dedicated short-range communication between the on-board electronic tag installed on the vehicle's windshield and the microwave antenna on the ETC lane of the toll station, the computer network technology is used to conduct background settlement processing with the bank, so that vehicles can pass through the highway or bridge toll station without stopping, and can pay the highway or bridge toll.

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AdrianaDella
08/11/25 12:13am

I always use the ETC in my car. When it's not in use, the device itself doesn't need to be manually turned off, as energy-saving considerations were incorporated into its design. After the car is turned off, it automatically enters sleep mode, consuming very little power. As for the card, such as a bank-bound ETC card, it doesn't have an on/off function—it's essentially a storage chip that just needs to be inserted into the device and can't be powered off like an electrical appliance. If I really won't be using it for a long time, like if the car is parked for several months, I'll remove the card for storage to prevent the device's battery from slowly draining and affecting the next startup. If you drive frequently, leaving it as is is the most hassle-free approach, as unnecessary tampering might cause detection failures at highway entrances, wasting time. I drive on highways often and find ETC maintenance simple—just occasionally check that the card is securely inserted. There's really no need to go out of your way to turn anything off. Ultimately, the system is designed for convenience, so trust it to handle things automatically.

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CassidyRose
09/24/25 7:42am

From a technical perspective, the ETC device has built-in energy-saving mechanisms and enters a low-power state when not in use, consuming almost no electricity, so there's no need to turn it off. The ETC card itself is a data card without a power switch and cannot be turned off at all. If you really want to handle the idle state, it's recommended to remove the card and store it in a dry place, or contact a service outlet to deactivate the account. However, I don't recommend unnecessary tinkering, as the device might lose settings due to power interruption, causing slow response during the next highway passage. Remember to regularly check the device's battery alerts to avoid issues on the road. My experience is that ETC should always be kept in a ready state, ensuring smooth and hassle-free passage through toll stations, thereby improving overall driving efficiency.

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KadenAnn
11/08/25 3:06am

Simple handling of ETC when not in use: Do not touch the device switch, it automatically enters sleep mode for energy saving. The card should not be removed, just leave it inserted. For long-term parking, such as traveling for several months, remove the card and store it in a safe to prevent damage. Do not disassemble the device to avoid toll collection malfunctions. When driving, the ETC automatically activates, providing convenience and safety. I regularly clean the dust from the card slot to prevent poor contact. This approach saves trouble and ensures smooth operation whenever needed.

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VonLaila
12/29/25 4:52am

The most important thing is to use ETC safely. The device is designed to stay on in the vehicle without turning off the power; the card is the core identification component and cannot be turned off. Random operations may cause the card to loosen or the device to fail initialization, leading to traffic jams at highway entrances when the card can't be scanned. I've seen cases where someone accidentally turned off the device, and the toll station didn't recognize it, wasting half a day on emergency handling. Normally, I just ensure the card is secure, and if the car is parked for a long time, I remove the card to save battery. Maintaining ETC focuses on avoiding unnecessary interference to ensure smooth and unobstructed travel every time, which is crucial for driving safety and efficiency.

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