Ghost Immobiliser Review

As car theft increases consumers are constantly searching for ways to stop it. The ghost immobiliser is an innovative new device that is able to do exactly that.

It's the first aftermarket CAN bus immobiliser on the market that protects against key hacking or key cloning and prevents thieves from taking your vehicle.

No Faraday Bags and Radio Signals

Unlike other physical anti-theft devices like wheel locks or steering wheel clamps, ghost immobilisers are designed to be covert and unnoticeable. They are integrated into the car buttons and offer protection against key cloning. Ghost immobilisers stop the engine from running until you input a PIN code together with your key fob. This PIN code can be as long as 20 presses long, and is alterable by the driver through an app or on the buttons on the vehicle. If you forget your pin, or a button breaks, or if you sell your vehicle or sell it, you can use an emergency PIN code that is unique to each device to reset the system.

As an added bonus, ghost immobiliser problems immobilisers are undetectable by diagnostic tools and do not emit any radio frequency signals, which means that thieves aren't able to utilize sophisticated RF scanning technology to detect the presence of an immobiliser. They also make use of the CAN data network which requires no wire cutting upon installation and is more quiet than other immobilisers.

Although ghost immobiliser fitting near me immobilisers may not be Thatcham approved, they are TASSA approved and some insurers offer lower rates on insurance for vehicles that have an aftermarket immobiliser. However, they are regarded as an additional layer of security that can deter thieves.

Unlike factory-fitted immobilisers, the Autowatch Ghost immobiliser is designed to work with a variety of vehicles such as motorhomes, electric cars, vans and ride-on lawnmowers. This makes it more versatile than other anti-theft technologies and is able to be combined with vehicle trackers to create the best car security package.

MotorGuard can provide more details on the brand new Ghost immobiliser from Autowatch. We are Midlands most trusted car security experts and installers. We offer a professional and friendly service to help you secure your pride and joy. We provide a no-obligation estimate on all our services and products. We can also help you choose the best solution for your car.

No Key Fobs or LED Signs

Unlike a wheel lock or other physical anti-theft devices ghost immobiliser is integrated into your vehicle's wiring therefore it is not able to be removed or overridden. It is also more difficult to locate or hack because it doesn't use key-fobs or LED indicators.

The device is connected to your vehicle's CAN (Control Area Network) and allows you to select a distinct PIN push sequence that can be up to 20 digits in length which is required to start your Range Rover or Land Rover J. This is like the way you enter a pin code on your bank card to secure it. It is not affected by the process of cloning, or ECU swapping, which would normally disable the factory immobiliser.

Since it is based on your vehicle's buttons, it is weatherproof and incredibly small, meaning that it is almost impossible for a thief to recognize. It communicates with the CAN bus, which means it is silent and hard to spot. This makes it the perfect supplement to your security system and is particularly useful as it can be used in conjunction with other Autowatch technologies like the Ghost Bluetooth tag, which allows you to start your car without having to enter your PIN, or the ghost app.

Another benefit of the ghost immobiliser is that it does not leave any visible marks on the interior of your vehicle which is an issue with other security products sold on the market. This is particularly attractive to those who wish to keep their pride and joy as authentic as is possible for reselling.

The Autowatch ghost immobiliser is an TASSA approved product that could reduce your insurance costs as it lowers the risk of your vehicle being stolen. It is available for purchase from MotorGuard the Midlands most trusted security expert for vehicles and installer. Our highly trained installers are ready to fit this discreet and effective security solution for your pride and joy. Contact us today to discuss any requirements or to book an appointment at our Coventry workshop.

Simple PIN Code Change Process

In contrast to key fobs, which utilize codes to unlock the ECU and start your vehicle, ghost immobilisers communicate with the vehicle's ECU through its own CAN data network. They are therefore undetectable by diagnostic tools, inaudible, and unhackable. Furthermore, the technology in these systems ensures that they can be incorporated into a broad variety of vehicles, including trucks, motorhomes and plant machinery.

Our Autowatch Ghost system was created to offer complete security against theft. It prevents your vehicle from starting unless you have either the unique PIN or smartphone application with the ghost application installed on it. This is an incredibly high level security that protects your vehicle from key cloning. Hacking and ECU Swapping.

The reason it's so secure is because there is no need to add additional components such as key fobs, LED indicators or a remote. Instead, it uses your existing buttons on your steering wheel and door panels to create a changeable sequence that must be entered prior to the time your car will begin. This could be as long as 20 actions and is similar to the PIN number on credit cards.

As well as this it is completely hidden and will not divulge the location of the device to thieves. It also doesn't make use of radio waves and works on the CAN network, which makes it virtually invisible to thieves who employ RF scanning devices.

Many thieves attempt to remove the chip CAN or replace it inside the ECU to be able to avoid detection. But, this method is only possible by professionals who have access to the right tools. Ghost immobilisers can safeguard your car from various kinds of vehicle thefts.

In addition, autowatch ghost Immobiliser it can be used in conjunction with an iPhone which you'll require if you need to start your engine of your vehicle when it is located at work or home. The app will detect the phone and allow you to drive without needing a PIN. This functionality is available on all models of the Autowatch Ghost and can be used with as many smartphones as you want.

Service Mode

The Autowatch Ghost 2 immobiliser is a discreet and silent device that guards your car unlike any other. It is impossible to start your vehicle without your PIN code, or an app authorisation. It stops signal jamming, device spoofing, and key cloning that are typical techniques used to circumvent the standard immobilisers.

The Ghost is a hidden unit that sits inside the wiring harness on your dashboard. The unit connects to the data network in your CAN vehicle and communicates with engine control units which makes it impossible to start your car if you do not follow the correct sequence. The device is weatherproof and tiny making it virtually unnoticeable to thieves. It can be hidden in a dash panel, underneath the steering wheel, or anywhere else on the vehicle.

Our installation process is fast and easy with most installations taking about two hours. We provide a complete demonstration of how the Ghost functions and hand over the owner's manual, installation certification, and the emergency card and ensure you are completely satisfied with the product before leaving.

We are a recognised installer for Ghost and we are the only company in Ireland with this level of accreditation. You can rest assured that you will receive a quality installation from a professional firm.

The Autowatch Ghost can be fitted to a variety of vehicles. It can be added to motorhomes, caravans, motorbikes and Autowatch Ghost Immobiliser ride-on lawn mowers. Immobilisers can be fitted to any vehicle, as long as it is powered by an electrical source.

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