How to Check if ETC is Working?

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BraxtonAnn
07/30/25 6:57am
Here are the detailed steps to check if your ETC is functioning properly: 1. For a newly received ETC electronic tag, press the anti-tamper switch on the back: A red light will briefly illuminate, and the screen will display messages like 'Tag Invalid' or 'Please Insert Card,' indicating the device is normal and ready for activation. 2. For an already activated ETC device, insert the ETC card: If it displays corresponding vehicle information or account balance, the ETC device is functioning normally. 3. If the screen remains blank after inserting the card, or the ETC light stays off while the device is powered on, it may indicate a dead battery or damage: The ETC electronic tag is powered by a solar panel but contains an internal battery with a lifespan of about 3 years. In such cases, the device should be taken to an ETC service center or highway office for reactivation. 4. If the ETC electronic tag is damaged or falls off, rendering it invalid: Inserting the card won't work, and the account balance won't be displayed. The device must be taken to an ETC service center for secondary activation.
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