How Long After Hitting an ETC Pole Before Being Found?
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Drivers who hit an ETC pole will typically be contacted by staff within one to two days, with a maximum delay of three to four days. If toll station personnel do not reach out after a week, it is likely because the impact was minor and does not qualify as a traffic accident. ETC Usage Precautions: The ETC transaction sensing range is 8 meters. When the vehicle ahead stops, maintain a distance of over 10 meters to prevent automatic fee deduction for the preceding vehicle, which may occur if their ETC device is faulty or nonexistent. The ETC lane recognizes vehicles at speeds up to 20km/h. Exceeding this speed may result in failure to read vehicle device information and unsuccessful fee deduction. Unauthorized removal or movement of the OBU device, or if the ETC electronic tag becomes detached or loose, will render the tag ineffective. In such cases, visit the bank where the ETC card was issued or a highway service center for inspection. If the detachment is not due to human interference, reactivation may suffice. When using a debit card linked to ETC, insufficient balance may cause fee deduction failure. Follow on-site staff guidance to proceed through manual MTC lanes using cash or card payment. Excessively thick car windshields may impair signal reception. This is particularly relevant for vehicles that have undergone windshield replacement after accidents or for those with modified front windshields.
