No, it cannot be used. If the ETC is removed by itself, it will become invalid because the ETC device has an anti-tamper function. There is a small switch behind the ETC electronic tag. Once it is peeled off from the windshield, the internal switch will automatically close. Therefore, you must take the vehicle's registration certificate to the ETC service provider to reactivate it. ETC Billing Principle: There will be one or more ETC lanes on highways. Through dedicated short-range microwave communication between the vehicle's electronic tag installed on the windshield and the microwave antenna in the ETC lane, the computer network technology is used to settle accounts with the bank, achieving the purpose of paying tolls without stopping at the toll station. All of this is based on the principle of passing first and deducting fees later. Benefits of Installing ETC: Save Time: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in line; Green and Eco-Friendly: Low-carbon, vehicles pass through toll stations without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions and minimizing pollution; Reduce Wear and Tear: Saves costs, reduces the frequency of vehicle starts and brakes, and lowers wear and fuel consumption; Improve Efficiency: The efficiency of ETC lanes can theoretically increase by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC updates faster and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous. More Policy Support: The State Council clearly stated in the "13th Five-Year Plan for the Development of a Modern Comprehensive Transportation System" that "by 2020, the interoperability of transportation cards in key urban agglomerations will be basically achieved, and the proportion of vehicles equipped with ETC will be significantly increased." It also set a target in the "13th Five-Year" comprehensive transportation development indicators: "By 2020, the ETC usage rate for road passenger vehicles will reach 50%." More Future Possibilities: In addition to continuously improving the convenience of ETC installation and usage and increasing the ETC adoption rate for passenger vehicles, efforts will be made to promote ETC usage for trucks in the future. There will also be exploration of deep integration between ETC systems and smart transportation directions such as vehicle-to-vehicle communication and vehicle-road coordination, providing comprehensive travel services for car owners. This means more application scenarios will support ETC usage. Precautions for Installing ETC: Do Not Block the View: It is best to install it behind the rearview mirror. Many car models have windshields with a large rearward tilt angle, which reduces the driver's field of vision. If this is not considered during ETC installation, it will increase the driver's blind spots. Installing it behind the rearview mirror on the right side can avoid blocking the view. Do Not Affect Charging: The ETC electronic tag requires power but generally does not need to be charged or have its battery replaced because it has a solar panel on the back that can charge itself. Therefore, during installation, avoid the black areas on the windshield and positions that may block the solar panel. Do Not Remove It Once Installed: The button in the middle of the adhesive is an anti-tamper lever connected to a switch. Once the electronic tag is installed on the windshield, the anti-tamper lever will be pressed in. If it is removed, the lever will pop out and trigger the switch, locking the electronic tag and rendering it unusable. You will then need to visit an ETC service point to unlock it. This is designed to prevent multiple vehicles from sharing one device. Notes When Using ETC: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. To prevent issues with the vehicle ahead's ETC device, maintain a distance of more than 10 meters to avoid automatic fee deduction for the vehicle ahead. The ETC lane recognition speed is 20 km/h; driving too fast may result in failed fee deductions due to inability to read the vehicle's device information. If a debit card is linked to the ETC, insufficient balance will also cause fee deduction failures.
