What does it mean when the ETC light is flashing?
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It is normal for the ETC light to flash, indicating that the sensor is detecting. Below is relevant information about ETC: 1. Definition: The Electronic Toll Collection system is one of the service functions of the Intelligent Transportation System, particularly suitable for use on highways or in busy bridge and tunnel environments. Currently, there are dedicated ETC toll lanes at highway toll stations. 2. Working Principle: The ETC system uses automatic vehicle identification technology to establish wireless data communication between vehicles and toll stations, enabling automatic vehicle recognition and exchange of relevant toll data. It employs computer networks to process toll data, achieving a fully automated electronic toll collection system without the need for vehicles to stop or toll booths. 3. Technical Features: The non-stop toll collection technology is especially suitable for use on highways or in busy bridge and tunnel environments.
The ETC light on my car started flashing last week, which made me panic and immediately contact the bank's customer service. The customer service explained that it was caused by the device not being inserted tightly or poor card contact, and advised me to reinsert the card. Sure enough, after I took out the ETC card, wiped the metal contacts with a tissue, and inserted it back, the light stopped flashing. They also mentioned that the light would flash if the battery was dead, especially for older devices that have been used for more than three years. It is recommended to avoid parking in direct sunlight as high temperatures can shorten the battery life. If reinserting the card doesn't work, you should go to a service center to check the device. Never try to disassemble it yourself, as triggering the anti-tamper switch will cause even more trouble.
