How to Activate ETC After Removal?
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Methods to reactivate ETC after removal: Insert and remove the ETC card twice consecutively until the electronic tag screen displays "Bluetooth is on". If "Tag Invalid" appears when inserting and removing twice without the electronic tag attached, this is normal and does not affect activation. Alternatively, you can directly press the button on top of the electronic tag to enable Bluetooth. Turn on your phone's Bluetooth, open the corresponding mobile app (usually a download QR code is provided on the electronic tag), and enter the device activation interface. Click on "Device Connection" and wait patiently for the "Connection Successful" prompt. Once connected, upload a photo of the vehicle's front to complete activation. The ETC installation process is as follows: Upon receiving the device, first check if the ETC card and electronic tag (OBU) are damaged. Press the anti-removal button on the back of the OBU; a red light will briefly turn on, and the OLED screen will display "Tag Invalid, Please Insert Card", indicating the device is functioning properly. Clean the front windshield, ensuring the glass surface is smooth, clean, and dry. Then, peel off the protective film on the OBU adhesive and stick it to the installation location. Press firmly for 2-3 minutes to remove any air bubbles. Insert the ETC card with the front facing the driver and the back facing the windshield, ensuring the chip is inserted into the OBU device. Benefits of installing ETC: Time-saving: Eliminates the hassle of waiting in queues; Green and eco-friendly: Promotes low-carbon travel by allowing vehicles to pass through toll stations without stopping, reducing noise and exhaust emissions, thereby minimizing pollution; Cost-saving: Reduces expenses by decreasing the frequency of vehicle starts and brakes, lowering wear and fuel consumption. Users also enjoy a 5% discount on toll fees; Improved efficiency: ETC lanes can theoretically increase vehicle throughput by 2-3 times, making traditional ETC more updated, faster, and more high-tech. Compared to license plate payment, ETC technology is more mature and advantageous.
As an ordinary car owner who drives daily, I found reactivating the ETC after removal isn't difficult. First, confirm the device isn't damaged, then reinstall it to the original position on the windshield. If it doesn't recognize automatically, I take out my phone, open the official binding app to scan the QR code on the device, and follow the prompts to rebind the account information. When I changed cars before, I also removed the ETC and completed this process in just minutes. ETC is indeed convenient, reducing highway queuing time, but remember to regularly check battery life to prevent failure. If you encounter difficulties, call the ETC service provider or visit a bank branch—they can remotely activate it or provide guidance. The entire process is simple and safe, no need to stress too much. Developing a habit of regularly cleaning device dust can also extend its lifespan.
