How to Remove the ETC Device?
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To remove the ETC device, follow these steps: Press the electronic tag firmly with your hand, then use a wallpaper knife to cut through the double-sided tape adhering it to the windshield. Be careful to keep the anti-tamper switch pressed throughout the process. Theoretically, you can use 502 glue to seal the ETC anti-tamper switch and place the ETC on the dashboard to use, which can to some extent prevent the risk of ETC fraud. Information about the ETC device is as follows: 1. ETC stands for Electronic Toll Collection in Chinese, which is an automatic toll collection system for highways or bridges. 2. Through the dedicated short-range communication between the vehicle-mounted electronic tag installed on the windshield and the microwave antenna in the ETC lane at the toll station, the computer network technology is used to settle accounts with the bank in the background, thereby achieving the purpose of vehicles passing through highway or bridge toll stations without stopping to pay the tolls.
I often remove ETC devices myself, having done it several times when changing cars. Those things are usually stuck to the windshield with strong double-sided tape, which holds pretty tight. First step is to evenly heat it with a hairdryer for three to five minutes—this softens the adhesive. Keep the dryer at a distance to avoid overheating and warping the plastic casing. Once heated, gently pry up an edge using a small plastic card or old credit card, then slowly peel it off. Never use knives or hard tools, or you might scratch or even crack the glass. After removal, there might be sticky residue left on the glass—spray some adhesive remover, wait a few minutes, then wipe it off for best results. The process requires patience; rushing or applying too much force might damage the device, as its internal circuitry is delicate. If it's your first time, search for tutorial videos online—just follow along. Note that the device may not work immediately after removal; contact your ETC provider to check if it can be reactivated at the new location to avoid delays on highways.
