Ghost Immobiliser Review

Consumers are always seeking ways to stop car thefts as they increase. The ghost immobiliser does exactly that.

It's the first aftermarket CAN-bus immobiliser that is protected against key cloning or hacking and prevents thieves from driving off with your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags or Radio Signals

Ghost immobilisers, unlike other physical measures to prevent theft, such as wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, are designed to be invisible and covert. They are integrated into car buttons and offer protection against key cloning. Ghost immobilisers will stop the engine from beginning until you input a PIN code along with your key fob. The PIN code can be up to 20 presses long and is changed by the driver using an app or buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin, or the button is damaged or you decide to sell your car you can utilize an emergency PIN that is unique to each device to reset the system.

As an added bonus, ghost immobilisers are undetectable by diagnostic tools and don't emit radio frequency signals so thieves aren't able to use sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of a security device. They also utilize CAN data network, which doesn't require cutting wires to install and is quieter.

Ghost immobilisers aren't Thatcham approved but they are TASSA-approved. Some insurers will offer lower insurance rates to vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser. They are however recognised as an additional layer of security and could be a way to deter thieves from attacking your pride and joy.

Unlike factory-fitted immobilisers, the autowatch ghost installation walsall Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a range of vehicles, including motorhomes electric cars, vans and ride-on lawnmowers. This means it is more adaptable than other anti-theft technology and can be combined with vehicle trackers to give you the most comprehensive car security package.

MotorGuard can provide you with more details on the brand new Ghost immobiliser made by Autowatch. We are Midlands' leading car security experts and installers. We offer an experienced and professional service to help you secure your pride and joy. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all our services and products. We are also able to help you choose the best system for your car.

No key fobs or LED indicators.

Unlike a wheel lock or other physical anti-theft devices ghost immobiliser is integrated into the wiring of your vehicle so it cannot be removed or overridden. Furthermore, since it does not utilize LED indications or key-fobs it is far more difficult to find and hack than a standard factory fitted immobiliser.

The device is connected to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network) system and it will allow you to enter a unique PIN code push sequence you decide on - which can be as long as 20 digits long. This must be entered before your range rover sport ghost installer Rover or Land Rover J will begin. This is similar to how you would enter the pin code to protect your credit card. It is not affected by cloning, or ECU swapping that would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

As it uses your vehicles buttons, it is weatherproof and extremely small and compact, making it virtually impossible for thieves to recognize. It is connected to the CAN bus, so it is also silent and hard to spot. This makes it an excellent addition to your security system. It is especially useful because it can be used with other Autowatch technologies, for instance the Ghost Bluetooth tag. The tag allows you to start your vehicle without entering your PIN code or the Ghost app.

The ghost immobiliser also comes with the benefit of not leaving visible marks on your vehicle. This is an issue with other aftermarket security devices. This is particularly appealing to those who want to keep their pride-and-joy as authentic as they can to sell.

The Autowatch Ghost immobiliser, a approved product by TASSA, could lower the cost of insurance because it decreases the chance of your car being stolen. MotorGuard is the Midlands' most trusted vehicle security specialist and installer. Our installers are well-trained to install this discreet and effective solution for your enjoyment and pride. You can contact us now to discuss your requirements or make an appointment with our workshop in Coventry.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

Ghost immobilisers, unlike key fobs that use a code in order to unlock the ECU of your vehicle and then start it, communicate with the ECU through the CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable, silent and inaccessible to diagnostic tools. These systems can be attached to a variety of vehicles, including motorhomes and trucks, as well as plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was created to offer complete protection against theft. It works to prevent your vehicle from being started unless you have either the unique PIN or smartphone application that has the ghost app installed on it. This is a incredibly secure level of security that will help to secure your vehicle from key cloning, hacking and ECU swapping.

It is so secure as it does not require any additional elements like key fobs or LED indicators. Instead, the device uses your buttons already on the steering wheel and door panels to create an alterable sequence that has to be entered prior to the time your car will start. This could be as long as 20 actions and is similar to the PIN code on credit card.

The device is also concealed, so that thieves are unable to locate it. It also doesn't use radio waves and operates on the CAN network, making it totally invisible to thieves who employ scanners that scan RF.

Many car thieves try to remove the CAN chip from the ECU or even replace it to hide it, however this is only attainable by professionals with access to specialist equipment. This is the reason why the ghost immobiliser is so effective and can be used to protect your vehicle from various kinds of vehicle thefts.

In addition, it could be used in conjunction with an iPhone that you'll require if you need to start your engine while your car is parked at home or work. The app will recognize the phone and allow you to drive with no needing a PIN. This feature is available on any model of the Autowatch Ghost and can be paired with as many smartphones as you want.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser system is a quiet and discreet device that guards your car unlike any other. It is unnoticeable by thieves and impossible to start without your PIN code or app authorisation. It prevents signal jamming, device spoofing, and key cloning which are typical techniques used to circumvent standard immobilisers.

The Ghost is a hidden unit that sits inside the wiring harness on your dashboard. The unit then connects to your vehicle's CAN data network and communicates with engine control units, making it impossible to start your vehicle without the proper sequence. The device is small and weatherproof, which makes it invisible to thieves. It can be hidden under a dash panel or under the steering wheel or in any area of the vehicle.

Installation is fast and painless Installation is quick and easy, taking less than two hours. We provide a complete demonstration of how the Ghost works and handover the owner's manual, installation certification, the emergency card, and make sure you are happy with the product before you leave.

We are the only company to have this level of accreditation in Ireland. This means that you can be certain that you will receive a high-quality and professional installation.

The Autowatch Ghost is compatible with many vehicles. It can be fitted to motorhomes and caravans, as well as motorcycles and ride-on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be added to any vehicle so long as it has an energy source.

The Ghost Immobiliser creates a secret disarming sequence (like a pin code) using the buttons on the original key fob that came with your vehicle. This sequence must be entered before you start the engine. The driver is able to alter the sequence at anytime. It can include up to 20 actions. This is a safer method of security when compared to using a key fob, as no one else will be able to drive your car. This prevents thieves from 'hacking the system in order to gain access the key code or any information sent to the ECU of the vehicle. it.